J-Hope’s Peru Comment Draws Mixed Reactions Online

J-Hope drew varied responses after speaking to the audience in Spanish during BTS’s third and final concert in Peru on October 10 (KST). He described Peru as the country that loves BTS the most, a comment many local fans welcomed as recognition of their support.

Some social media users questioned whether the statement was a sincere expression of appreciation or an effort to ease tensions surrounding the group’s visit. The concerts had been accompanied by criticism over large crowds gathering outside the members’ hotel and concerns about their privacy. RM had discussed the issue in a Weverse post, which some fans took as criticism of South American supporters.

RM also responded to allegations of xenophobia during the second concert night in Peru, adding to online discussion around the tour stop. While some fans viewed J-Hope’s words as reassurance following the earlier controversy, others said there was no clear reason to doubt his intent. The group’s three Peru concerts drew enthusiastic crowds, but discussions about boundaries and the members’ remarks continued alongside the performances.