The photoshoot was in collaboration with the fashion brand CELINE, for which Taehyung serves as the global ambassador.

Harper’s BAZAAR Korea previously revealed that the photoshoot was in theme of 2024 being the ‘Year of the Blue Dragon’ in astrology.

Taehyung transforms into an ethereal being, revealing a bold and striking change in his image.

His beautiful appearance and confident attitude, combined with the blue hair and aesthetic scenery, add a surreal touch to the photos.

Taehyung also took to his Instagram Story to share an impressive billboard featuring one of his covers dominating the entire facade of a high-rise building in Gangnam, arranged by Harper’s BAZAAR Korea.Additionally, numerous other billboards and LED screens adorned various locations across South Korea.

[INFO] Harper’s Bazaar Korea shares locations of Taehyung’s Bazaar Korea billboards pic.twitter.com/SpAGELLY8u

— TAE GUIDE (@taeguide) January 17, 2024

The photoshoot was taken before Taehyung’s mandatory military enlistment. He has recently completed his five-week basic training and is now moving on to the next stage of his training in preparation to join the Special Forces.

Taehyung was also chosen as an elite trainee for his outstanding performance, and Harper’s BAZAAR Korea congratulated him, writing:

“Today, the appearance of #KimTaehyung, selected as the elite trainee upon completing the training camp, has been revealed! In Bazaar, an unseen playful side of V is also unveiled. Check out the diverse pictorial of V in the February issue of Bazaar!”