"ALMOST HALF A MILLION"– Fans react as BTS’ j-hope wraps HOPE ON THE STAGE solo tour with 524,000 audience across 16 cities

BTS member j-hope has wrapped up his debut solo world tour, Hope on the Stage. According to Newsis, 524,000 viewers witnessed 33 concerts in 16 cities worldwide. The last stop was held at South Korea's Goyang Stadium on June 13 and 14, which happened to be BTS' 12th debut anniversary.

The recent stop attracted another 54,000 fans. Adding to the emotional toll of the finale, all members of BTS, even those who had just finished their military duty, were in attendance.

While Jin and Jungkook joined j-hope on stage, the other members, RM, Jimin, V, and Suga, were watching, cheering, dancing, and hugging each other in the stands.

This record-breaking turnout has made j-hope’s tour one of the largest ever for a K-pop soloist.

Fans took to social media to celebrate the artist’s milestone. They praised his ability to deliver high-energy performances for nearly half a million people around the globe. An X user, @hobekits, wrote,

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"wow 524k audience ALMOST HALF A MILLION SSKSMSKSMSK."

Many highlighted how he managed the entire production with full passion and artistry, especially during his encore shows. Social media was filled with messages calling him a “superstar” and admiring the scale and intimacy of the tour.

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"bro performing for over half a million people is CRAZY. Jhope you're a SUPERSTAR," an X user wrote.

"for solo concert it's insane," another person added

"Woah Hobi that's a BIG CROWD!!!," a netizen remarked.

THIS IS NOT THE LAST TIME, THIS IS NEVER GONNA BE. WE LOVE YOU JHOPE. We are so proud of you, you are our sunshine and our hope. Thank you everything, you have no idea how many people you have made happy," a fan commented.

Fans were especially emotional as they stated that they were present in one of the cities. They now await his upcoming stage at Lollapalooza Berlin.

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"Hobi is THAT performerwho attracts hundreds of people ohh I can't wait for Lollapalooza in Berlin," a fan commented.

"Half a mil and i was one of them can't believe it's really overall," an X user mentioned.

"being one of hobi's 524,000 audiences was the best thing that happened to me this year," another one said.

More about j-hope’s world tour finale and reunion

J-hope’s final concert dates were held at the Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium, just as BTS’ 12th FESTA celebration was underway. The timing added significance to the performance, with June 13 marking the exact debut anniversary of the group.

The concerts featured dazzling stages, a live band, and surprise appearances from fellow BTS members, making the finale a memorable moment for the artist and fans. The two-day encore also included the debut live performance of j-hope’s new digital single Killin’ It Girl (feat. GloRilla), which had dropped earlier the same day.

Special effects such as fireworks, water cannons, and a huge open stage assisted in adding to the midsummer concert atmosphere, while the emotional energy between j-hope and his audience continued to be at the forefront.

Members RM, Jin, Suga, Jimin, V, and Jungkook all joined forces for the event. Jin and Jungkook surprised audiences with a live performance of Jamais Vu, the first time they had sung the song live since 2020. Jin also performed Don't Say You Love Me while Jungkook performed i Wonder… and Seven along with j-hope, which got the crowd cheering wildly.

Meanwhile, Suga, Jimin, RM, and V were seen dancing and cheering from the audience section.

With the group now almost complete, fans are excited for upcoming activities, especially as Jin is expected to start solo promotions following his discharge in June 2024. The moment felt like a symbolic beginning of BTS’ full-member era once again.

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