BTS' J-Hope welcomes 2025 with a heartfelt letter to ARMYs; says, 'I was worried about...'

BTS' J-Hope welcomes 2025 with a heartfelt letter to ARMYs; says, 'I was worried about...'

BTS' J-Hope is stepping into the new year with renewed energy and excitement, reflecting on his journey through 2024. In a heartfelt letter to his fans earlier today, the K-pop idol opened up about his emotional rollercoaster during the previous year, sharing both the challenges and the moments of hope that have led him to this point.

J-Hope began by acknowledging his mixed feelings about 2024, a year that saw him serve his mandatory military enlistment. He admitted that the months leading up to his discharge were difficult, confessing, "I didn't know how to endure it till October...I was worried about my plans after I would be discharged from the military." The uncertainty weighed heavily on him, but his letter took an uplifting turn as he described the joy and excitement he felt upon returning home. "It's going to be a very important year for me," he shared, hinting at exciting plans and projects he is preparing for in 2025.

J-HOPE WRITE A POST ON WEVERSE"I support your first steps in the new year with more sincerity than anyone else"Cheer up ARMY I love you ARMY pic.twitter.com/6qCU19TeZH

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In addition to the letter, J-Hope also took to Instagram, sharing a post with the caption "Adios 2024." The post was a nostalgic look back at some of his cherished memories from the past year. Among the photos was a touching image of J-Hope with his fellow soldiers during his military service, followed by a video capturing the streets lined with banners welcoming him back home. Another highlight for ARMYs was a photo with the talented IU, snapped backstage at her encore concert in Seoul.

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The post also featured glimpses into J-Hope’s creative side, including images from his recording session at the studio, sparking excitement among fans eager to see his return as a rapper. Additionally, he shared a picture of the signed mini-album "I’LL LIKE YOU" from the girl group ILLIT, a gift from the group with a sweet message for their senior.

#JHOPE from BTS posted ILLIT "I'LL LIKE YOU" mini album on his IG PostThank you sunbaenim #ILLIT##pic.twitter.com/w5et5JzWq5

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ILLIT WORLDWIDE (@ILLITworldwide_) January 5, 2025

After completing his 18-month military service, he made a grand return to the public eye, including throwing the first pitch at the Korean Series baseball game between the KIA Tigers and Samsung Lions. Looking ahead, J-Hope is ready to reunite with his BTS bandmates in June 2025, promising more memorable moments for ARMYs worldwide.