On April 4, 2025 (April 5 KST), BTS member j-hope etched his name in history as the inaugural Korean solo artist to headline Los Angeles’ prestigious BMO Stadium. According to Touring K-pop, the overwhelming demand for his solo concerts prompted the addition of 24,000 extra seats for the two scheduled performances.
The Grammy-nominated artist is set to take the stage on April 4 and April 6, 2025. Touring K-pop announced via their official X account that these additional tickets became available on April 5 KST through Ticketmaster. The report indicated that, due to heightened interest, Ticketmaster might also release extra side-view seats just moments before the show starts on April 4 (April 5 KST).
BMO Stadium typically accommodates 22,000 attendees. As noted by Touring K-pop, j-hope’s concerts have already sold over 46,236 tickets for both dates combined, exceeding the stadium’s capacity by more than 23,000 tickets per day. Furthermore, Asian Entertainment and Culture News (AEC) highlighted that the BTS rapper became the first solo Asian artist to achieve a sell-out at a stadium in the Western market.
The excitement among BTS’s dedicated fanbase, known as ARMY, is palpable as they celebrate j-hope’s incredible accomplishment in selling out BMO Stadium at double the intended capacity. One enthusiastic fan remarked:
“The capacity of BMO Stadium is 22,000. The stadium added extra tickets due to high demand and sold 46,236 for both days, meaning more than 23,000 tickets were sold for each day above their regular capacity. CONGRATULATIONS J-HOPE. J-HOPE OF BTS SOLD OUT KING.”
Many fans took to social media to express their joy at the opportunity to attend the concerts, while others praised the rapper’s ability to attract such a vast audience. Another fan noted:
“J-Hope is the first Korean soloist to perform at a stadium in the US. The first Korean soloist to sell out a stadium in the US. The first Korean soloist to sell out a stadium for two shows in the US. Congratulations J-Hope!”a fan wrote.
“Jung “THE FIRST” Hoseok!! Congratulations j-hope for being the first Asian Soloist to sell out a Stadium Concert in the US—for two shows!! KING BEHAVIOR!!!”another fan added.
“j-hope, the first KPOP SOLOIST to perform a stadium in the USA!! A sold-out stadium concert, only thee JUNG HOSEOK can relate!!!”another fan wrote.
Reactions ranged from sheer disbelief over the rapid ticket sales to admiration for the global influence of the BTS rapper:
“Congratulations on being the first Korean solo act to sell out a stadium in the US, and for two days in a row, no less! So proud of you, Hobi, pressing ahead with your tour and each show is just as good or better than the last!”a fan remarked.
“Selling out a stadium as a solo artist…my man my man,”another fan added.
“My precious angel, congratulations, you deserve this. Your work ethic, professionalism and love for performing shine through. It was such an honor to attend your concerts. You deserve all the love, my Hobi,”another fan expressed.
BTS’ j-hope Launches His First Solo World Tour: HOPE ON THE STAGE
The HOPE ON THE STAGE tour was announced shortly after j-hope’s completion of his mandatory military service in South Korea, which took place in October 2024. This tour was officially revealed in January 2025.
The journey commenced in Seoul at the KSPO Dome, featuring a three-night sold-out run from February 28 to March 2, 2025. Notably, j-hope’s bandmate Jin attended on March 2, encouraging the rapper enthusiastically with two ARMY lightsticks in his hands.
Following the performances in Seoul and North America, the upcoming Asian shows are scheduled across several prominent cities:
Los Angeles, California, USA:
- April 4, 2025 – BMO Stadium
- April 6, 2025 – BMO Stadium
Manila, Philippines:
- April 12, 2025 – Mall of Asia Arena
- April 13, 2025 – Mall of Asia Arena
Saitama, Japan:
- April 19, 2025 – Saitama Super Arena
- April 20, 2025 – Saitama Super Arena
Singapore:
- April 26, 2025 – Singapore Indoor Stadium
- April 27, 2025 – Singapore Indoor Stadium
Jakarta, Indonesia:
- May 3, 2025 – Indonesia Arena, GBK
- May 4, 2025 – Indonesia Arena, GBK
Bangkok, Thailand:
- May 10, 2025 – Impact Arena
- May 11, 2025 – Impact Arena
Macau, China:
- May 17, 2025 – Galaxy Arena
- May 18, 2025 – Galaxy Arena
Taipei, Taiwan:
- May 24, 2025 – NTSU Arena (Linkou Arena)
- May 25, 2025 – NTSU Arena (Linkou Arena)
Osaka, Japan:
- May 31, 2025 – Kyocera Dome
- June 1, 2025 – Kyocera Dome
Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and Live Nation. Fans are urged to purchase tickets only through verified sellers to prevent any fraudulent transactions.