July 18, 2025 — As BTS celebrates their long-awaited return to group activities following the completion of all members’ mandatory military service, two of its stars—J-Hope and Jin—are making headlines with back-to-back solo milestones that have left fans and industry watchers in awe.
The group’s first-ever live album, released today, July 18, 2025, marks a fresh chapter for the global superstars. Yet, even before this group milestone, J-Hope and Jin have already proven that their individual artistry is just as impactful as BTS’s collective legacy.
J-Hope Headlines Lollapalooza Berlin in Explosive Performance
On July 13, J-Hope lit up the stage as the headliner of Lollapalooza Berlin, making history as one of the first K-pop soloists to headline a major European music festival. His 90-minute set at Olympiastadion Berlin featured high-octane performances of solo hits including Sweet Dreams, Mona Lisa, and Killin’ It Girl.
This performance was J-Hope’s first festival live appearance following his military discharge, and his return couldn’t have been more powerful. Fans across the globe tuned in via Weverse LIVE and BANGTANTV, turning the concert into a worldwide digital event. International outlets hailed his performance for its charisma, artistry, and genre-blending flair—solidifying J-Hope’s position as a global solo powerhouse.
Having first made history as the headliner of Lollapalooza Chicago in 2022, J-Hope’s Berlin stage marks another milestone in his already trailblazing career.
Jin Draws 130,000 Fans to Sold-Out Solo Concerts in Osaka
Just a day prior, Jin took the spotlight in Japan with two sold-out concerts at Kyocera Dome Osaka on July 12 and 13. His solo concert series, titled Run Jin, brought in a combined audience of 130,000, breaking records as even restricted-view and upper-level seats were fully occupied—an unprecedented feat for a solo K-pop act.
Jin’s dynamic two-hour set included 18 songs, fan games, water cannons, and heartfelt moments that showcased his warmth and humor. The concerts were streamed in 43 theaters across South Korea and in 10 countries, with the second night livestreamed worldwide.
Critics praised his vocal performance, stage presence, and personal connection with fans, calling the Osaka concerts a landmark event in his solo career. Up next, Jin is expected to become the first K-pop soloist to perform at London’s O2 Arena this coming August.
BTS Is Back: Group Activities Resume with Live Album Release
With all members officially discharged from military service last month, BTS is no longer on hiatus. Their first live album, Permission To Dance on Stage – Live released today, July 18, marks a symbolic and celebratory return for the group as they re-enter the global music scene again for their new album set to be release next year, March 2026.
While ARMY eagerly anticipates their next group performance, the solo achievements of J-Hope and Jin serve as a powerful reminder: the BTS legacy doesn’t just live on—it continues to grow stronger, both together and individually.
