On April 3, 2025, BTS’ j-hope achieved a remarkable milestone by clinching the top position on TikTok’s music chart in South Korea with his latest single “Mona Lisa.”This achievement sparked immense excitement within the fandom. The celebrated idol unveiled the track on March 21, 2025, under the auspices of BigHit Music.
The agency elaborated on the song’s theme, emphasizing its essence in a recent statement on Weverse:
“MONA LISA is a hip-hop and R&B track that celebrates a captivating person by playfully comparing them to the iconic masterpiece ‘Mona Lisa,’ which has charmed the world for centuries. Through this song, j-hope conveys that true allure lies not in one’s external beauty but in the unique qualities that make the person special.”
Amidst this success, fans have taken to social media to express their pride in j-hope’s achievement. One enthusiastic user on X tweeted:
“OMG THIS IS HUGE.”
The excitement surrounding “Mona Lisa”extends beyond its musical success; the accompanying dance challenge has gained viral traction, attracting participation not just from fans but also from the broader community on TikTok.
“Mona Lisa challenge actually went viral,”a fan shared.
“Mona Lisa is reallyyyy popular among locals especially people who are interested in dance!! lots of non-fans joining the dance challenge so pls let’s do not waste this chance and keep pushing ML,”another remarked.
“The dance challenge is really popular on TikTok, I saw locals join the dance too,”one fan commented.
Netizens have chimed in with congratulatory messages, touting j-hope as a “trendsetter.”Their admiration resonates across the platform:
“CONGRATULATIONS #JHOPE, the viral king, the trendsetter,”a fan reacted on X.
“That’s My Man!!!”a netizen wrote.
“We’ve dreamed of times like this since 2020,”another mentioned.
j-hope’s Recent Philanthropic Efforts
In addition to his musical accomplishments, j-hope has actively engaged in charitable initiatives. In December 2024, he made a substantial donation of 100 million Korean won to support the families affected by the tragic crash of Jeju Air Flight 2216. Furthermore, in February 2025, he contributed 200 million Korean won to the Seoul Asan Medical Center Children’s Hospital, which will enhance treatment facilities and enable research into rare, severe, and incurable diseases.
His commitment to social causes continued with another donation of 100 million Korean won to the Hope Bridge Disaster Relief Association in March 2025. This contribution is earmarked for wildfire relief efforts in the regions of Gyeongbuk, Ulsan, and Gyeongnam.
In other recent developments, j-hope commenced his first solo tour, “Hope On The Stage,”on February 28, 2025, further showcasing his artistic versatility.