BTS's J-Hope Shines on 'I Live Alone' with Passion and Authenticity

BTS's J-Hope showcased his passionate 'genius at work' moments and his charming, down-to-earth personality on MBC's 'I Live Alone.' Previously, it was reported that he owns two penthouses in Yongsan-gu, Seoul, and two units in Seongsu-dong, Seongdong-gu, with a total purchase price of 27 billion won, all acquired without loans.

The episode aired on the 7th of this month, featuring J-Hope's second day in L.A. and a glimpse into Kian84's life in 2025.

According to Nielsen Korea on the 8th, the episode achieved a household rating of 7.3% in the Seoul metropolitan area, ranking first in its time slot. The key 2049 demographic rating, crucial for advertisers and channel competitiveness, was 4.3%, also securing the top spot for Friday's overall programming.

The highlight of the episode was J-Hope's visit to global hit producer Benny Blanco's home at 23:56. The scene, where they shared Korean dishes like sundubu-jjigae and japchae, recorded the highest viewership at 8.5%.

J-Hope, who previously showcased his lively and humorous side, captivated viewers with his 'genius at work' moments in L.A., pouring out the inspiration he had accumulated. The recording session for his new song 'Sweet Dreams' was revealed for the first time, highlighting his dedication to overcoming language barriers and his professionalism in the studio.

J-Hope's personal charm also won over viewers. He impressed with his cooking skills, preparing a feast with steak and kimchi stew, and the next day, he made a brunch of 'military-style' cereal, fried eggs, and kimchi, resonating with the show's members. In front of his sister, who is four years older, he showed a cute, younger brother side. Despite discussing the pressures of his music work, he expressed resilience, saying, "I don't have to share all my worries. I just need to overcome my struggles."

J-Hope shared his philosophy, "Living without a purpose isn't fun. I like to move forward while envisioning the future." He added, "I will do my best within my capabilities," and reflected on his time on the show, saying, "It was a time to find inspiration and reflect on who I am."

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr