Until the Surprise Ab Reveal… BTS’s Jimin, the “Main-Job Prodigy,” Lights Up Mexico City

[Star News | Reporter Moon Wan-sik]

BTS member Jimin captivated fans by setting Mexico City ablaze.

On May 8 (local time), Jimin wowed the audience with a flawless performance on the first day of 'BTS World Tour 'Arirang' in Mexico City' held at Estadio GNP Seguros.

Jimin, who drew attention the previous day during a meeting with the Mexican president with an atmosphere like a prince from a movie, dominated the stage at the concert by exuding rock star charm. In particular, he delivered a fantastic performance worthy of a 'master-of-his-main-job genius,' and even a surprise abs reveal in the middle of the show made the stadium feverishly hot.

At the end of the show that day, Jimin gave a Spanish greeting he had prepared in advance, drawing huge cheers. Earlier, Jimin had also moved fans by reading a letter in Japanese at the Japan concert, sincerely reaching out to fans in the language of each country where the concert was held and delivering the joy of a world tour.

According to a Forbes article dated May 7, Jimin is recording the highest streaming count among K-pop solo artists with over 97 million on Mexico's Spotify chart. Across all K-pop, he is gaining massive popularity locally, ranking second only to BTS.

To support Jimin's Mexico performance, fans carried out a cheering support project, cheering on Jimin who has established a unique position both as a group member and as a solo artist. An ad truck covered on three sides with Jimin advertisements was driven around the stadium where the concert was held, and certification photos and videos shared on SNS are drawing attention.

Meanwhile, BTS, which includes Jimin, wrapped up the first day of performances in Mexico City and, after a day's rest, will continue the heat of the concert over two days on the 10th and 11th.

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