11 May,2026 08:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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V once again became the centre of attention during BTS' Mexico concerts after his playful food adventures inside the stadium went viral online. The singer, whose real name is Kim Taehyung, first sparked massive reactions when he casually picked up and ate a banderilla a Korean-style corn dog popular in Mexico while performing with the group at Estadio GNP Seguros in Mexico City. Fans were amused watching the global superstar snack on food mid-performance while continuing to interact with the crowd.
Videos from the concert quickly spread across social media platforms, with ARMYs sharing clips of the unexpected moment. The reactions of fellow BTS members also added to the viral buzz. Several members appeared surprised and entertained after spotting Taehyung calmly eating during the show. Fans especially loved the expressions of J-Hope and Jungkook, who looked visibly shocked while watching him enjoy the snack in the middle of the concert.
The banderilla moment became one of the biggest talking points from BTS' Mexico stop. According to reports, the singer approached one of the food stalls located inside the venue during the group's "IDOL" performance segment, where members moved around the stadium greeting fans. Staff members at the stall happily handed him the snack, while the crowd erupted into cheers and laughter.
Soon after the moment went viral, online discussions emerged over whether the snack had been properly paid for. Fans later learned that BTS' staff reportedly returned to the stall before the group's second concert to pay for the banderilla Taehyung had eaten. However, the workers at the food stall refused to accept the money and instead said the snack was a gift for the singer. Mexican ARMYs praised both the staff and Taehyung's team for the respectful gesture, and many fans joked that "Mexico invites BTS."
The excitement continued during BTS' second Mexico concert when Taehyung surprised fans yet again by stopping at another food stall, this time to grab blue cotton candy. Videos showed the singer smiling while receiving the sweet treat from vendors inside the stadium. However, instead of eating it himself, he later gifted the cotton candy to a lucky fan in the audience, creating another heartwarming viral moment.
Taehyung's spontaneous food adventures became hugely popular online because fans felt they showcased his natural and playful personality. Many ARMYs praised the idol for openly embracing Mexican culture and enjoying local snacks during the tour. The moments also helped boost attention for the local food vendors, with some businesses reportedly seeing increased popularity after being associated with the BTS singer.