- By Srishti Pandey
- Thu, 16 Jan 2025 01:04 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
2025 is shaping up to be a remarkable year for the Kpop industry, with highly anticipated comebacks from top groups like BTS and BLACKPINK. Among these, BTS member J-Hope is stealing the spotlight with announcements of new music and his first-ever solo world tour.
J-Hope's exciting updates have not only thrilled ARMYs worldwide but also impacted South Korea’s stock market. According to a Billboard report, HYBE’s stock price surged by 7.2%, reaching 215,500 KRW—the company’s best closing price since November 2024. This remarkable growth is being celebrated by fans, who are trending the term "J-Hope Effect" on social media to highlight the rapper's influence on the economy.
J-Hope recently unveiled his solo world tour, titled HOPE ON THE STAGE, which kicks off with three high-energy concerts in Seoul on February 28, March 1, and March 2. Following this, he will embark on an international journey, performing across Asia, the US, and Latin America.
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Tour Schedule Highlights:
US Leg:
Brooklyn: March 13-14
Chicago: March 17-18
San Antonio: March 26-27
Oakland: March 31-April 1
Los Angeles: April 4 and 6
Latin America:
Mexico City: March 22-23
Asia:
Manila, Singapore, Jakarta, Taipei, Saitama, Osaka and Bangkok
In addition to his world tour, J-Hope is set to release new music in March, marking his first project since HOPE ON THE STREET Vol. 1, which debuted in early 2024. Fans are eagerly awaiting this comeback, which promises to showcase J-Hope’s growth as a solo artist. Following his solo activities, J-Hope will rejoin his fellow BTS members for a much-anticipated group comeback later this year, making 2025 even more special for ARMYs.