Following his electrifying Hope On The Stage concert in Taiwan, BTS member J-Hope encountered an unexpected situation when the car he was traveling in was briefly stopped by Taipei police during a DUI checkpoint.
This incident occurred while J-Hope was engaged in a live broadcast on Weverse, sharing his post-concert thoughts and interacting with fans.
During the live session, viewers noticed J-Hope’s sudden shift in demeanor as he looked concerned and curious about the reason behind the stop.
Due to a language barrier, he was initially confused but remained calm and composed. The driver informed the police officer that J-Hope was a celebrity, and after a brief exchange, the officers allowed them to proceed.
J-Hope took the opportunity to commend the local police for their thorough safety checks, expressing intrigue at the DUI checkpoint in Taipei.
Despite the brief interruption, he resumed his broadcast, sharing warm reflections about his time in Taipei, praising the local cuisine, and expressing a desire to return for leisure.
He also provided fans with updates on his health, assuring them his knees were in good condition.
The conversation grew personal as J-Hope spoke about his dog Mickey, who has been unwell recently, and humbly responded to compliments about his English-speaking efforts.
Before concluding the live session, J-Hope shared details of his upcoming schedule, mentioning rehearsals in Osaka and expressing gratitude for fan support as BTS’s tour draws near its end in June.
Fans eagerly anticipate the full group reunion, with Jin and J-Hope rejoining BTS after completing their mandatory military service.
