The BTS star brought "Hope World" to Berlin—and 60,000 fans screamed every second of it.

🔥 J-Hope Headlines Lollapalooza Berlin—A Legendary Finish

J-Hope of BTS took center stage on July 15 (KST) as the final headliner of Lollapalooza Berlin, held at the iconic Olympiastadion. He lit up the main stage with a 90-minute set that shook the stadium with over 60,000 fans in attendance.

The performance was also livestreamed globally via Weverse, reaching fans in 226 countries, turning it into a true worldwide celebration of K-pop.

🎤 Global Praise for a "Champions League-Level" Show

International media couldn't stop raving. Rolling Stone Germany called it "a Champions League-level K-pop performance" and praised the show as "more than just a concert—artistic and euphoric."

"It was a whole new world built around J-Hope," the outlet added. "He turned Berlin into a global pop capital for the night."

German national broadcaster ZDF Heute Journal also spotlighted J-Hope's set, noting BTS's impact as a global cultural phenomenon, not just a K-pop group.

"BTS represents a generation. They've reached the White House, the UN, and beyond," the program stated.

🌍 A Setlist That Traveled Through Hope and Fire

The set included hits from both Hope World and Jack In The Box, giving fans a taste of J-Hope's diverse artistry. Billboard highlighted the emotional depth of the performance, describing it as "an unforgettable experience."

Fans, known as ARMY, waved their ARMY Bombs and held up handwritten hearts. "Just seeing the lights was overwhelming. The cheers were even louder," wrote one international fan.

📀 What's Next: A Full BTS Comeback in 2026

J-Hope's performance marks a powerful solo chapter, but BTS is far from over. According to BigHit Music, the members are currently working on a new group album in the U.S., aiming for a full-group comeback next spring.