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Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
J-Hope Scores At The Box Office, Earning A Top 10 Movie — After One Night
J-Hope's Hope on the Stage live viewing earns $4.1 million globally, breaking into the U.S. box ... More office top 10 for the May 30 to June 1 weekend. PARIS, FRANCE - JANUARY 20: J-Hope of BTS is seen outside Dior, during the Paris Fashion Week - Menswear Fall Winter 2023 2024 : Day Four on January 20, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by) J-Hope has spent 2025 releasing solo smash after solo smash, with only short breaks in between his drops. He has scored several new Hot 100 hits in just the past few months, and he has a new tune coming soon — one that will likely become a charting success as well. The BTS singer and rapper hasn't limited himself to streaming platforms and digital download storefronts when looking for commercial success. The South Korean musician recently appeared in cinemas around the world with a one-night-only event — one that helped him secure one of the top theatrical wins at the box office. The BTS superstar recently released his film J-Hope Tour: 'Hope on the Stage' in Japan - Live Viewing. The one-night-only event brought fans of the singer-songwriter and rapper together in theaters around the globe to watch live as he performed from Osaka during one of the final dates of his solo trek, the Hope on the Stage Tour. Despite the fact that the live viewing took place during just one evening, it still managed to bring in an impressive sum at the box office and stand out as a top performer. According to Box Office Mojo, J-Hope's film earned just under $940,000 at the box office in the U.S. alone. That figure is enough for the movie to land at No. 10 on the list of the highest-grossing films in America during the weekend of May 30 through June 1. When looking globally, the live viewing brought in just over $4.1 million. More than three-quarters of that figure coming from territories outside the U.S. J-Hope claims the third loftiest debut on the ranking of the top-grossing films in America during that weekend. He lands behind new arrivals Karate Kid: Legends and Bring Her Back, which brought in $20.3 million and $7 million, respectively. The weekend's grosses were still dominated by the live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch, which led the charge for a second consecutive frame with nearly $62 million. The last installment of the Mission: Impossible franchise holds steady at No. 2 with $27.2 million. A top-grossing film is just another feather in J-Hope's cap, proving that 2025 is a huge year for him. He has already accrued three Hot 100 hits, upping his career total considerably with "LV Bag" alongside Don Toliver, Speedy, and Pharrell Williams, "Sweet Dreams" with Miguel and his own "Mona Lisa" — all of which spent time on the tally. Later in June, he will drop "Killing It Girl" featuring rapper GloRilla, which will almost certainly become a hit across a variety of Billboard rankings, especially those focused on hip-hop.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS' J-Hope in trouble? K-pop superstar's car gets stopped by police in Taipei
Following his electrifying Hope On The Stage concert in Taiwan, J-Hope , the renowned rapper and dancer from the global K-pop sensation BTS , experienced an unexpected incident that momentarily startled both him and his fans. As he made his way back to the hotel in a car, the vehicle was abruptly pulled over by the Taipei police . The timing was particularly striking, as the artist was engaged in a live broadcast with his fans on Weverse, sharing his post-show thoughts and experiences. During the live session, viewers noticed a sudden change in the rapper's demeanor. While still on camera, he appeared visibly confused and concerned, leaning forward to observe the interaction between the driver and the police officer. The language barrier prevented him from fully grasping the conversation, leaving him puzzled about why the vehicle had been stopped. His concern was evident, though he remained composed throughout the situation. The encounter turned out to be routine. According to a translation by Koreaboo, the driver informed the police officer that the passenger was a celebrity. When asked for clarification, the driver repeated his statement, to which the officer simply acknowledged and allowed them to proceed. Once back on their way, the driver explained that they had passed through a DUI checkpoint. J-Hope appeared intrigued, commenting on how such measures were in place even in Taipei, acknowledging the local enforcement in a positive light. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Confirmed - This is the deadliest snake in the world Cleverst Despite the brief disruption, J-Hope continued his live broadcast, using the time to connect more personally with his audience. He spoke fondly of Taipei, expressing a desire to return for leisure in the future and praised the local cuisine. He also provided a quick update on his health, assuring fans that his knees were fine and that he was taking care of himself. The conversation turned heartfelt when a fan mentioned his dog, Mickey. J-Hope shared that Mickey had not been in the best health lately but wished his beloved pet a long and healthy life. He smiled at comments about his English, responding humbly to compliments and embracing the charm fans found in his efforts to communicate in the language. Before signing off, he mentioned his next destination—Osaka—where he would begin rehearsals for another major performance. He reflected on the fun he had in Taipei and expressed gratitude to his fans for their continuous support. With the tour nearing its conclusion in June, excitement is building for BTS's upcoming reunion, as Jin and J-Hope are set to rejoin the remaining members following their military service.
News18
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
The Special Reason J-Hope Ends Mona Lisa With A Shoutout To ARMY
Last Updated: J-Hope shared that whenever he performs the song Mona Lisa, he always says to ARMY, 'You're my masterpiece.' BTS' J-Hope continues to set the bar high when it comes to artist-fan relationships. Despite his global stardom, the rapper remains grounded and deeply connected to ARMY. Known for his heartfelt gestures, J-Hope consistently goes the extra mile, be it through surprise live sessions, thoughtful giveaways or sincere messages. His unwavering gratitude and efforts to include fans in his journey truly reflect his humility and love for ARMY. Recently, the rapper appeared for an interview with Billboard, where he dedicated his single Mona Lisa to his fans. The rapper revealed that every time he performs the song, he makes it a point to say, 'You're my masterpiece," addressing ARMY. According to him, it's the fans who truly shape an artist. Expressing heartfelt gratitude, J-Hope said, 'Because of you guys, all of this is possible. That's something I always make sure to express." As soon as Billboard dropped the video, fans flooded the internet with their reactions in response to J-Hope's message to them. One of them wrote, 'He is our inspiration too. He's the best artist we could've asked for." Another fan commented, 'Ohhh I'm crying, you are honestly so amazing, J-Hope!" Someone else wrote, 'WE ALL GONNA CRY." While answering the question about his upcoming album, J-Hope dropped quite a few hints, enough to send the fans into a frenzy. He revealed that the new album will channel a more mature vibe than his previous one and will be a little 'sexier." The rapper also revealed that he would love to collaborate with Rihanna someday. Wondering when the Umbrella singer will drop her next album, J-Hope remembered his childhood days when he used to listen to her songs. 'She's an artist that I've always loved since I was a kid," the K-pop idol stated. J-Hope has been keeping incredibly busy with new music projects post his military discharge in October last year. Since then, the BTS rapper has made several international appearances and, in February, kicked off his first solo world tour, Hope On The Stage. The tour saw him perform across the globe, including stops in the USA, Japan, Singapore, Mexico, Indonesia, and his home country, South Korea. First Published:
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
BTS' J-Hope makes it to the cover of Billboard magazine
21 May - BTS' J-Hope recently became the first South Korean male solo artiste to grace the front cover of the Billboard magazine since PSY. On 20 May, Billboard posted the cover, which has the singer sitting by the window overlooking a city, and the words "J-Hope: From BTS to Solo Stadium Stardom" written as the cover lines. "With his groundbreaking solo tour and new singles, [J-Hope] is forging a deeper connection with fans, expanding his own path beyond BTS and looking toward even bigger milestones ahead," the caption read. A sneak peek into the interview had J-Hope speaking about his music, saying, "I believe my music should evolve as I grow. Before my enlistment, I leaned into my roots in dance, experimenting with a variety of sounds to express different facets of myself," he says. "This is just the start - I have plenty more musical experiments in store." It is noted that BTS themselves have made the cover twice, in the special 2018 edition as well as the August 2021 edition. J-Hope is currently on his solo tour "Hope on the Stage" that has begun back in February in Seoul. PSY became the first male solo artiste from South Korea to grace the cover, back when his song "Gangnam Style" became a hit in 2021. (Photo Source: Billboard IG)
Straits Times
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Concert review: BTS' J-Hope is a rock star at first solo show in Singapore
J-Hope Tour Hope On The Stage in Singapore Singapore Indoor Stadium April 26 J-Hope is the first member of K-pop supergroup BTS to stage a concert after fulfilling his military-service commitments. And he wants you to know: He is a rock star. He held his solo concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on April 26, with another show slated for April 27. His bandmate Suga was the first to embark on a solo stadium tour, in 2023. When this reviewer saw Suga at the same venue in 2023, he was about to head off for mandatory military service. His emotionally charged show felt like someone pouring his heart out before he ran out of time. Discharged from military service in October 2024, J-Hope, whose real name is Jung Ho-seok, knows he has time. And the 31-year-old is using it to tell fans a story of who he is, both as a soloist and as part of the most successful K-pop group of all time. Opening the sold-out show dressed all in red, down to his shades and gloves, J-Hope signified his Ambition – the title of the segment – with his charisma dialled up to 11. All five songs came from his album Jack In The Box (2022). His performance was dramatic and fiery, flaunting passion, rage and swagger. This was a completely different facet of the cheery idol whose signature line to fans is: 'I'm your hope, you're my hope.' The mood then shifted as the star segued into the Dream sequence, going back to his roots as an underground dancer. Often named among the best dancers in K-pop, he kicked off the sequence with a solo dance piece before launching into numbers mostly from his EP Hope On The Street Vol. 1 (2024). Each song allowed him to showcase a different genre of dance – be it house, locking or tutting – and mimicked the vibe of an underground dance tournament. It was J-Hope paying homage to the first love of his life – dance – that brought him to where he is today. The second half of the concert – the Expectation and Fantasy sections – opened with new singles Sweet Dreams and Mona Lisa, before going back in time to his 2018 debut solo mixtape numbers Airplane and Daydream. J-Hope also hyped up the crowd with a medley of earlier BTS songs like Silver Spoon (2015) and the braggadocio of Mic Drop (2017), which culminated in the audience collectively roaring the famous lyric: 'Mianhe umma (Korean for 'sorry, mum')!' It was the portion of the concert that was a knowing wink to the audience, almost as if he were saying: 'I know what you're waiting for and I will give it to you.' After all, the Army – as BTS fans are called – have been longing to see the boy band live, after the group went on hiatus for military service. The stage design also worked to J-Hope's strengths. Where Suga adopted a sparse, stark stage to suit the darker and edgier songs he is known for, J-Hope wants fans to see how he moves. A large stage split into squares like a chequerboard rose up intermittently into different formations and permutations, allowing J-Hope and his dancers to move dynamically around. During his solo dance piece, a centre block lifted him up high, so that his footwork could be clearly seen even by audiences seated farther away. It was a thoughtful show spotlighting the different aspects of J-Hope and what he aspires to as a performer. It was, as its name suggested, a show to say: This is who J-Hope is onstage. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
