Lea Salonga, a world-renowned musical actress, has a special place in her heart for BTS's V.
Known for her award-winning performances in "Miss Saigon" and her iconic Disney songs "A Whole New World" and "Reflection," Lea's talent has transcended cultural and linguistic boundaries, showcasing the universal power of music.
In a recent interview, Lea was asked about her favourite BTS member, and she enthusiastically named V as her top choice. Her admiration for V's emotional vocals has been well-documented. She described his voice as one that "hugs your heart," illustrating the profound impact his singing has on her. To demonstrate her admiration, she even sang a part of V's solo track "For Us" from his album "Layover."
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During the difficult times of the COVID-19 pandemic, Lea found solace in BTS's music, especially V's performances. She praised his focus videos and individual fancams, noting that every moment V spends on stage is filled with purpose and intent. "V knows how to fill the stage. He is amazing. Truly exceptional," she remarked, highlighting his remarkable stage presence.
Lea also reflected on a memorable moment from BTS's reality show "American Hustle Life," where R&B legend Iris Stevenson told V he had something special. This resonated with Lea, reminding her of similar encouragement she received in her own career.
Music truly transcends borders and unites people, making the prospect of a collaboration between Lea Salonga and V an incredibly exciting possibility.
Imagine them combining their extraordinary talents for a Disney film soundtrack – a dream we hope will come true someday!
