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Ruru Madrid takes a fashion cue from BTS's Taehyung

By Cara Emmeline Garcia

Ruru Madrid came knocking into K-pop fans' hearts when he posted a mirror selfie of himself on Instagram on Wednesday, July 15.

According to fans, more specifically PH ARMYs, the Kapuso actor's fashion ensemble closely resembles that of BTS member and K-pop idol V or Kim Taehyung.

Check out the photos below for a proper side-by-side comparison:

Ruru Madrid and BTS Taehyung / Source: @rurumadrid8 (IG) and BTS Official (VLive)

As of this writing, Ruru's post has already garnered more than 58,000 Likes with fans gushing how good he looks in the all-black outfit.

Even Mikee Quintos said, “Taehyungaaaaaaahhhh”

While a fan wrote, “Magko-comment din sana ako na parang si V. Andami na pala nagsabi! Hahaha”

Fans' comments on Ruru Madrid's post. / Source: @rurumadrid8 (IG)

On Twitter, Ruru thanked his fans for the sweet messages he's received from fans.

He said, “I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who showed their love and support for me yesterday. It was unexpected!

“To be compared with an icon like Taehyung is such an honor that is why my heart is full until now.

“To my Rurunatics family, thank you for making me feel loved and valued always. You never fail to make me smile all the time.

“To all ARMYs who showed support worldwide, thank you so much. I am with you as we celebrate love and success for BTS.

“Hope we all keep safe especially during these times when our unity and discipline are being tested.

“Again, let's spread love and positivity. I love you Rurunatics and ARMYs! Borahae,” ending with three purple hearts, the fandom color of BTS.

Update as of July 17, 2020

It seems like BTS member Taehyung took notice of the Kapuso actor.

On WeVerse, Big Hit Entertainment's fan community platform, a fan posted a photo of Ruru to which the singer replied, “Ah… Seeing things like this makes me think if I should give up on working out.”

The tweet garnered so much attention that even ARMY Winwyn Marquez couldn't help but feel proud of Ruru's feat.

She wrote on her own account, “Okay, Ruru okay. Isang malaking high five sa'yo!

“Why am I so proud?! Haha!”

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