BTS member Jin shows his love for fans by comforting those who missed out on tickets for his first solo fan concert, which sold out instantly due to massive demand.
Massive Demand for Jin’s First Solo Tour
On April 29, 2025, tickets for Jin’s first solo fan concert tour, #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR, went on sale for the Korean leg at Goyang Sports Complex Auxiliary Stadium in Goyang, South Korea. The shows, set for June 28 and 29, 2025, sold out in minutes. Over 84,260 fans flooded the ticketing platform, with a 99% reservation rate, showing Jin’s huge popularity.
The tour will also visit Chiba and Osaka in Japan, Anaheim, Dallas, Tampa, and Newark in the USA, London in the UK, and Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Each city will host two shows, totaling 18 performances across nine cities. Notably, Jin will be the first K-pop solo artist to headline at London’s O2 Arena.
Jin’s Heartfelt Response to Fans
After the rapid sell-out, many fans shared their disappointment on Weverse, the fan community platform. Jin responded with warmth and humor, engaging directly with fans’ posts.
One fan posted a screenshot of the massive online queue, to which Jin replied:
His modest comment charmed fans, who were amazed by his humility despite his global fame. Another fan suggested a larger venue, and Jin explained:
I blame myself for not planning things. I actually decided to do this suddenly, on a whim, and so there weren’t any venues available. We just barely managed to book this one.
When a fan asked about an encore concert, Jin responded playfully:
After the fan clarified it meant an “encore concert,” Jin laughed:
I thought it was ‘aeng-kon’ as in a Korean abbreviation for ‘encore concert.’
Fans jokingly replied:
These interactions highlighted Jin’s genuine care for his fans, known as ARMY, and his ability to connect with them personally.
Details of the #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR
The tour’s name comes from Jin’s YouTube variety series, Run Jin, which airs weekly on BTS’s official channel. The concerts will feature songs from Jin’s upcoming second mini-album, Echo, releasing on May 16, 2025, at 1 PM KST. The album includes seven tracks exploring themes of connection, separation, and growth, with Jin contributing lyrics to over half. A notable track, Loser, features Choi Ye-na, a South Korean singer and actress from IZ*ONE.
Fans can also expect performances from Jin’s debut solo album, Happy, released in November 2024. The concerts promise a vibrant band sound and an emotional experience, blending Jin’s powerful vocals and charismatic stage presence.
Ticketing Challenges and Fan Reactions
The ticketing process was highly competitive. The fan club pre-sale on April 28 and general sale on April 29 saw overwhelming traffic. In Amsterdam, both nights at Ziggo Dome sold out in 10 minutes, prompting fans to celebrate Jin’s global influence. One fan posted on X:
My boys will always be popular, always be in demand no matter what country they go to. No matter how much little notice they give for a concert, they’ll be sold out.
Another fan expressed mixed feelings:
Dude, I’m so scared with the group’s tour. How can we mere mortals even get a ticket? But I’m so happy that both Hobi and Jin are selling out in minutes.
Some fans voiced frustration over the venue size. One wrote on Weverse:
Jin replied:
The rapid sell-outs are not new for BTS. Past concerts, like their 2018 Citi Field show in New York (40,000 tickets sold in 20 minutes) and the 2022 Busan concert (100,000 tickets in 15 minutes), also saw similar demand.
Jin’s Recent Achievements
Jin has been busy since his military discharge in June 2024. He topped buzzworthy non-drama performer rankings after starring in Netflix’s Kian’s Bizarre B&B. He also performed as a special guest at Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres tour in Goyang on April 19, 2025, singing My Universe and The Astronaut with the band. Videos of Chris Martin kissing Jin on the cheek went viral, delighting fans.
In November 2024, Jin held a fan showcase for his album Happy at Jangchung Arena in Seoul. The event featured performances of tracks like I’ll Be There, Falling, and Super Tuna, with live streaming on Weverse in eight languages.
Jin also represented South Korea as a torchbearer at the Paris 2024 Olympic Torch Relay, earning international praise. His solo releases, including Awake, Epiphany, and Moon, have solidified his status as a versatile artist.
Fans Praise Jin’s Humility
Fans took to X to share their admiration for Jin’s down-to-earth nature. One user wrote:
He underestimates himself so much. Over 50k fans queued up to get his tour tickets.
Another posted:
BTS Jin showed his deep affection for fans by comforting those who failed to secure tickets for his first solo fan concert, which saw intense competition.
The sold-out concerts have sparked excitement for Jin’s tour, with fans eager to see his live performances. One fan shared on X:
Sell out during pre-sale is crazy! I managed to get mine for London. This is my first time seeing a member in real life! I am so excited!
Current Updates
As of April 30, 2025, Jin is preparing for his #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR and the release of Echo. The tour’s North American and European legs will have pre-sales starting April 29 and general sales from April 30 for the US and May 1 Jin continues to engage with fans on Weverse, sharing updates and responding to their posts. Fans are eagerly awaiting his performances and the new music from Echo, which promises to showcase his growth as a solo artist.
CREDITS: allkpop
