On April 12, 2024, KATSEYE, a rising global girl group, hosted an engaging livestream session on Weverse, where they shared insights about their friendship with BTS member j-hope. The group members revealed that they maintain a group chat with him, where they often discuss various topics.
During the session, KATSEYE members reminisced about their recent conversations, highlighting how they suggested Filipino culinary delights for j-hope, who was visiting Manila, Philippines, for his “HOPE ON THE STAGE”world tour. Following these recommendations, j-hope reportedly sent them photos of the dishes he tried, showcasing the fun exchange among them.
Fans expressed their delight over this charming interaction, which sparked a wave of positive reactions across social media platforms. Here are some of the notable fan comments on the matter:
“imagine getting a morning text from hobi”
“hobi’s mission to be the best senior possible is very serious to him”remarked a fan on X.
“the way sophia is fangirling even after becoming friends with hobi, she’s in this army sh*t for life”added another fan.
“hobi adopted them omg”commented a netizen.
The interaction drew even more adorable reactions from fans. Here’s what some had to say:
“MY BABIES, THIS MAKES ME SO HAPPY YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND!! AS AN ARMYEYEKON THIS IS LITERALLY EVERYTHING TO ME!!!!”shared one excited fan.
“OMG THEY HAVE A GROUP CHAT WITH HIIMMMM!! HOBI BEST SUNBAE”exclaimed another.
“That girl Sophia is right behind Yunjin as a successful ARMY getting interactions with Hobi… How lucky…”commented a netizen.
“Did I read it right? They have a GROUP CHAT with THE Jung Hoseok? Wow, that’s incredible”added another X user.
Introducing KATSEYE: The Global Girl Group Sensation
KATSEYE, a six-member global girl group, made waves upon their debut in June 2024. The ensemble consists of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Manon, Sophia, Daniela, Lara, Megan, and Yoonchae, representing countries such as the Philippines, South Korea, Switzerland, and the United States. Based in Los Angeles, California, they are signed under HYBE Labels and Geffen Records.
The group emerged from “Dream Academy,”a reality survival show aired in 2023 as a joint venture between HYBE and Geffen Records. Out of the initial 20 female trainees, KATSEYE’s captivating six members were selected for the debut lineup.
Their debut single, titled “Debut,”launched in June 2024, was quickly followed by the sensational track “Touch,”which garnered immense popularity for its catchy lyrics and captivating choreography. In a remarkable collaboration, they teamed up with TXT’s Yeonjun to produce an alternate version of the track.
By August 2024, KATSEYE released their debut EP “SIS (Soft Is Strong)”and contributed a piece titled “Flame”to the soundtrack of the American animated series “Jentry Chau vs. The Underworld.”Additionally, they produced a documentary titled “Pop Star Academy: KATSEYE,”highlighting their journey leading up to the highly anticipated debut.
In their short yet impactful career, KATSEYE has already garnered nominations for three prestigious awards, including the Hanteo Music Awards’ Female Rookie of the Year 2024, iHeartRadio Music Awards’ Favorite K-pop Dance Challenge for “Touch,”and the Favorite On-Screen accolades for their documentary in 2025.
As KATSEYE continues to flourish within the music industry, their fanbase eagerly awaits future releases and projects from these talented artists. Their journey is proof that friendship and collaboration across cultures can lead to beautiful artistic expressions.