J-Hope spills beans on IVE's popularity in military; reveals he bragged to juniors about friendship with girl group
He also specifically talked about how IVE was one of the most popular groups in the army, and how everyone listened to their songs.
While on a popular TV variety show alongside hosts ZEROBASEONE's Yujin and IVE's
Leeseo
. The idol shared details about his military lifestyle with the audience. While discussing the two idols and their music, a BTS member mentioned how popular IVE is in the army.
While joking about the situation, he shared that he bragged about his friendship with IVE.
He continued, and even talked about how excited they would be if they were here as well.
He added, "I listened to so much of IVE in the military. My juniors right now are going to go crazy. The ones who were privates when I was discharged, if they were next to me right now, it would be absolutely chaotic. Are you watching me right now [guys?] Hyung was this kind of person, did you know? This is what I used to do'.
J-Hope has been busy with solo promotions for his latest single 'Killin' It Girl'. The idol has appeared on various music shows and other variety shows to promote his new single and to connect with fans as well.
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