BTS star J-Hope sets Dubai stage alight with ‘Mona Lisa’

Dubai: BTS's J-Hope just reminded everyone why he's one of K-pop's biggest stars. On November 19, the rapper and dancer attended an Audemars Piguet event in Dubai, and he absolutely stole the show.

A performance to remember

J-Hope performed his hit song 'Mona Lisa,' and photos and videos from the night quickly went viral on social media, with fans losing their minds over the performance.

The event was already star-studded, but J-Hope managed to make it even more memorable with his signature energy and charisma.

An unexpected friendship

Here's something fans weren't expecting: J-Hope snapped a selfie with football legend Zlatan Ibrahimović. The K-pop superstar and the football icon in one photo.

The moment immediately flooded social media, with fans absolutely loving this unexpected crossover. It's not every day you see two stars from completely different worlds linking up, and it was definitely one of the event's biggest highlights.

A few days before the event, fans spotted J-Hope at Dubai airport looking relaxed in casual clothes. But don't let the laid-back vibe fool you – he and the rest of BTS are in serious work mode right now.

As most ARMY already know, BTS is releasing a new album next year, and the excitement is through the roof. The group has been busy shooting music videos and doing photoshoots as they prep for what's sure to be a massive comeback.

What's coming in 2026

RM recently gave fans an exciting update on Instagram about the group's comeback album. "The music's sounding great. Everyone's putting in a lot of effort. Please look forward to it. 2026 Hwaiting BTS & ARMY," he wrote.

For those keeping track, BTS's comeback album is set to drop in March 2026, followed by a world tour. After spending time on solo projects and military service, the group is finally reuniting for new music.