BTS’s j-hope is not only captivating audiences with his solo world tour but is also significantly influencing online engagement. Recent reports indicate a substantial increase in user activity on Weverse, which is linked to his global performances. Business Post Korea highlighted on April 10, 2025, that the BTS member’s tour has led to a remarkable rise in monthly active users (MAUs) on the platform.
Kim Yoo-hyeok, a researcher from IBK Investment & Securities, provided insights into Weverse’s performance for the first quarter of 2025. He revealed expectations that the platform will exceed 10 million MAUs for the first time in over five quarters, primarily due to the enthusiasm surrounding j-hope’s tour.
This increase in activity can be directly linked to the heightened global fan engagement prompted by BTS members on their tour. Members of ARMY worldwide are ecstatic about this achievement, as it underscores the powerful impact of j-hope’s solo projects on significant platforms dedicated to K-pop.
j-hope and Weverse: Strengthening Connections
Since his return from military service in October 2024, j-hope has consistently fostered a strong relationship with his fans through Weverse. His proactive interactions, including regular livestreams, have further enriched the connection between him and his followers.
A notable moment occurred on March 6 when j-hope achieved a milestone by hosting the longest livestream in Weverse’s history. This epic session began at 11 PM and continued until 11 AM the following day, making it a thrilling 12-hour experience that captivated ARMYs worldwide. It also became the most-viewed Weverse Live in 2025, attracting over 26.9 million viewers.
The timing of this broadcast was perfectly aligned with the release of his single “Sweet Dreams” featuring Miguel, building excitement among fans. This type of interaction exemplifies how j-hope contributes to the recent spike in user activity on the platform.
Continuing to engage his fanbase, j-hope went live again on April 10 from Los Angeles following his latest “HOPE ON THE STREET” concert. During this session, he excitedly shared:
“I just came to share the news that so many things that you want… I’m going to show you slowly from now on. You can look forward to it even after the Asian concert.”
With the Asian leg of his world tour set to launch on April 12 in Manila, Philippines, fans can eagerly anticipate more surprises as the tour progresses through Singapore, Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, and Macau, turning this finale into a memorable experience.
As the full reunion of BTS approaches, excitement is reaching a fever pitch. With j-hope paving the way with his remarkable solo initiatives, fans of ARMY are assured that exhilarating moments lie ahead.