"J-Hope illuminated the festival with explosive energy."

On the 15th (Korean time), J-Hope of 'BTS' took the stage as the headliner at 'Lollapalooza Berlin' held at the Olympiastadion in Germany. He closed the main stage with a finale that breathed life into an audience of over 60,000 for approximately 90 minutes. The event was also live-streamed through the global fan platform Weverse, with viewers tuning in from a total of 226 countries.

International media also took notice. 'Rolling Stone Germany' introduced J-Hope's performance at 'Lollapalooza Berlin' by stating, "A Champions League-level K-pop performance unfolded." They further commented, "It was not just a concert. It was mesmerizing and artistic," and described it as "a special world centered around J-Hope, making Berlin a hub of pop."

German broadcaster 'ZDF heute journal' also focused on J-Hope's stage, exploring how BTS, to which he belongs, has become a global cultural phenomenon. The media stated, "BTS is more than just a K-pop group; they are iconic artists representing generations. They have made their way to the White House and the United Nations."

American 'Billboard' noted, "J-Hope provided an unforgettable experience with a concert that encompassed 'Hope World' and 'Jack In The Box'." The moment was described as emotional, with the ARMY (the fandom name) stating, "The heart was overwhelmed just with the glow of ARMY bombs. The cheering sounds were beyond that," and they conveyed, "I wrote my sincerity on a heart-shaped paper."

Meanwhile, BTS, including J-Hope, has begun working on new music in the United States and will return with a complete album in the spring of next year.

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