BTS member J-Hope set the internet on fire with his electrifying performance of “Killin’ It Girl” during his solo tour encore concert. The June 13 show, part of his HOPE ON THE STAGE FINAL, featured bold choreography with female dancer Alyssa Santos, leaving fans both thrilled and playfully jealous.
The performance took place on BTS’ 12th debut anniversary, making it extra special for fans. J-Hope and Alyssa’s close-contact dance moves, intense eye contact, and playful chemistry quickly went viral. Fans flooded social media with funny and exaggerated reactions, joking that his photocard would be “sleeping outside” as punishment.
“his photocard is sleeping outside tonight.” — @isTAElicius
— lau⁷ didn't see bts yet -52 (@isTAElicius) June 13, 2025
The concert was held at Goyang Sports Complex Main Stadium in South Korea, drawing 54,000 fans over two days. Alongside his solo performances, J-Hope was joined by BTS members Jin and Jungkook, who made surprise appearances, marking their first stages since military discharge.
J-Hope and Alyssa Santos’ Sizzling On-Stage Chemistry
The “Killin’ It Girl” performance stood out for its bold and flirty energy. Alyssa Santos, a professional dancer and choreographer, matched J-Hope’s energy perfectly. Their playful interactions, including winks and body rolls, had fans in a frenzy.
“she winked at him and he smiled i’m ending it all,” — a fan commented.
Alyssa, who also runs a nail art business, gained massive attention after the performance. Fans praised her confidence and stage presence, calling her the perfect match for J-Hope’s dynamic performance style.
“That dancer is so talented, her facial expressions and energy really match with Hobi’s. Both of them are very captivating,” — another fan wrote.
Fans React With Playful Jealousy and Excitement
While many fans loved the performance, others joked about being “betrayed” by J-Hope’s flirty moves. Social media exploded with memes and exaggerated reactions, turning the moment into a viral trend.
“THIS IS TOO FREAKING MUCH I CANT GET USED TO IT,” — a fan tweeted.
“That body roll and those hands touched your body Jhope !!!!! Why !!!!!!! So illegal,” — another fan said.
Despite the playful teasing, fans praised the performance as one of J-Hope’s best. Many called it a fresh and bold side of the artist that they hadn’t seen in a while.
BTS Reunion and FESTA 2025 Celebrations
The concert was part of BTS FESTA 2025, celebrating the group’s 12th anniversary. All seven BTS members attended, with RM, Jimin, V, and SUGA watching from the audience. Jin and Jungkook joined J-Hope on stage, performing “Spring Day” and “Seven.”
Jin, who recently returned from military service, expressed his nerves about performing again.
“It’s been such a long time since I stood on a stage this big.” — Jin
J-Hope also delivered an emotional speech, thanking fans for their support throughout his solo tour. The concert ended with fireworks and a live band, making it a memorable night for ARMYs.
“Killin’ It Girl” – A Bold New Release
The song, featuring American rapper GloRilla, is the final part of J-Hope’s 2025 solo trilogy, following “Sweet Dreams” and “Mona Lisa.” The track blends hip-hop beats with a catchy pop hook, earning praise for its fresh sound.
“Killin’ It Girl reminds me most of J-Hope’s Chicken Noodle Soup days of yore, blending a quirky bed of percussion with a pop-friendly hook.” — The Bias List review
The music video, directed by Cody Critcheloe, features bold visuals and choreography. While fans expected a kiss scene between J-Hope and Alyssa, the MV kept the focus on their intense dance chemistry.
“they did NOT kiss 😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹😹 stop lets chill out let’s wrap it up lets everyone jsust calm down” — @hopevko_o
Alyssa Santos – The Dancer Who Stole the Spotlight
Alyssa Santos, the female lead in the “Killin’ It Girl” MV, quickly became a fan favorite. With over 50,000 Instagram followers, she is known for her dance skills and nail art business, ClawLYSS.
Her confident performance alongside J-Hope earned her widespread praise. Fans called her a perfect match for his energetic stage presence.
“GOSH im SO GLAD she’s this flirty on stage. She deserves to dance with THEE hoseok. A very delicious performance, my eyes were blessed,” — a netizen said.
J-Hope’s Solo Tour Success
The HOPE ON THE STAGE tour covered 33 shows in 16 cities, with a total attendance of 524,000 fans. The final encore in Seoul marked the end of a successful solo journey for J-Hope.
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