BTS member j-hope recently made a memorable appearance on March 28, 2025, during the iHeartRadio Z100 New York’s Celsius Interview Lounge. In a delightful twist, he shared a humorous TMI (Too Much Information) anecdote that had fans in fits of laughter.
When the host, Crystal Rosas, inquired about j-hope’s mood and if he had any personal tidbits to reveal, he swiftly answered with a surprising statement, leaving the audience and host momentarily stunned.
“Okay. I’m putting on new underwear,”he said.
Upon further questioning, j-hope animatedly explained that he had purchased the underwear while in New York City, emphasizing its “really soft”texture on multiple occasions. The host, clearly entertained, couldn’t hide her surprise at his candid admission.
Fans on social media couldn’t resist responding to j-hope’s unexpected revelation, with reactions ranging from amusement to disbelief. Many found his transparency charming, with comments flooding across platforms. One fan noted:
“Omg, hoseok, it’s literally too much information.”
Additions from the fanbase continued to pour in on X, with many echoing similar sentiments of bemusement and affectionate mockery:
“Between jungkook folding his underwear and hobi giving us TMI about his newly bought soft underwear, I’m gonna have to start asking what exactly are we,”one netizen posted.
“Hoseok why this behaviour?? Of all the TMI’s you could share, even what you had for breakfast. BTS is very comfortable with ARMY, jk folding his underwear on live,”commented another user.
“What is up with tannies and always talking about their underwears during TMI’s,”wrote a different fan.
Fans reminisced about past moments where BTS members shared relatable yet surprising TMI instances, showcasing their light-hearted personalities. One individual recalled a similar moment:
“I’m getting flashbacks from that one interview where Namjoon said a similar thing. God, they won’t ever change!!”shared a fan.
“She’s better than me; I would’ve just sat there and stared at him because how do you even reply to that?”added another fan.
“That’s the American version of TMI. Literally Too Much Information. I like the cultural adjustment on the spot,”commented yet another fan.
BTS’ j-hope Launches HOPE ON THE STAGE World Tour
In additional news, j-hope has officially re-emerged in the spotlight with the commencement of his world tour, titled HOPE ON THE STAGE. This marks his first solo tour since completing his military service, kicking off with a spectacular three-night performance at Seoul’s KSPO Dome from February 28, featuring a comprehensive 26-song setlist.
The setlist celebrated j-hope’s solo projects, including “Hope World,””Jack In The Box,”and “HOPE ON THE STREET VOL.1,”as well as cherished BTS tracks from albums such as “Love Yourself: Answer,””The Most Beautiful Moment in Life Pt. 2,”and “MAP OF THE SOUL: 7.”
A standout moment during the Seoul concerts was the pre-release performance of “Sweet Dreams,”a highly anticipated collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Miguel. The track is set for official release on March 7, 2025, captivating fans with its early preview, further amplifying the excitement around the tour.
On March 15, 2025, “Sweet Dreams”debuted at No. 10 on the UK Official Hip Hop and R&B Singles Chart. Described as a fusion of R&B and pop, the song was crafted by Johnny Goldstein, featuring writing contributions from Sam Martin and Sean Douglas. It quickly ascended the global music scene, topping the Worldwide and European iTunes Song Charts.
Following the exhilarating concerts in Seoul, the tour is set to visit North America, covering prominent venues such as the Barclays Center in New York, Allstate Arena in Chicago, and BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. Fans at the Brooklyn shows enjoyed the premiere of “Mona Lisa,”j-hope’s second digital single, ahead of its official release on March 21, 2025.
“Mona Lisa”debuted with remarkable success, topping the Worldwide iTunes Chart and securing the number one position on the Top Song Charts in 67 countries, including Brazil, France, and Japan. The music video also made a significant impact, landing in the Top 10 of YouTube’s Rising Videos charts in 22 countries including the US, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, and Australia.
The HOPE ON THE STAGE tour is set to continue across Asia, with performances scheduled in Manila on April 12 and 13, Saitama on April 19 and 20, Singapore on April 26 and 27, and Jakarta on May 3 and 4. Additional dates include stops in Bangkok on May 10 and 11, Macau on May 17 and 18, and Taipei on May 24 and 25, culminating in Osaka on June 1.
As anticipation builds, j-hope is also preparing for his upcoming appearance at Lollapalooza Berlin on July 12 and 13, 2025, at the Olympiastadion Berlin.
Furthermore, on March 27, 2025, Money Control reported j-hope’s generous donation of 100 million KRW (approximately $68,350) to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association, following similar contributions from fellow BTS members SUGA, RM, and Jungkook.