J-Hope pays tribute to BTS while performing to a sold-out crowd in Rosemont, Illinois

J-Hope captivated thousands of fans as he took the stage for his Hope On The Stage concert in Rosemont, Illinois, staying true to his BTS roots while delivering a powerful solo performance.

Wearing a red leather outfit adorned with rhinestones, the 31-year-old K-pop star took centre stage at the Allstate Arena, marking a major milestone as he became the second BTS member to sell out the venue after Suga in 2023.

Despite performing as a solo artist, J-Hope remained connected to BTS, introducing himself as “J-hope of BTS” and referring to the 18,000 fans in attendance as “Army”, the name of BTS’ dedicated fanbase.

His setlist celebrated his musical journey, featuring songs from his first solo album, Jack in the Box, his 2018 mixtape, Hope World, and his most recent project Hope on the Street Vol. 1, which was released during his mandatory military enlistment in 2024.

Fans were thrilled as J-Hope also performed a medley of BTS hits, including MIC Drop, Trivia: Just Dance, Silver Spoon, and Ego, proving that his bond with the group remains unbreakable.

In an exciting moment for fans, J-Hope hinted at BTS’ long-awaited reunion, reminding the audience that the group is set to reunite after completing their military service in June.

With his electrifying performance and heartfelt tribute to BTS, J-Hope continues to prove why he is one of the most influential artists in K-pop today.