"My family"- Fans react as BTS' Jungkook and jhope join Jin for a chaotic Idol, So What, My Universe medley & Jamais Vu performance at encore show

BTS’ Jin held the first day of his encore concert on October 31, 2025, beginning of the conclusion of his first solo world tour, #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR. Titled #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR_ENCORE, the event took place at the Incheon Munhak Main Stadium. It became one of the most talked-about moments of the night as fellow BTS members Jungkook and j-hope joined Jin on stage.

The two members delivered solo performances before joining Jin for a medley of BTS’ iconic tracks, including My Universe, IDOL, So What, and Jamais Vu. Adding to the excitement, the So What stage featured BTS’ signature water fight among the three members, recreating the group’s concert energy. The live crowd’s energy soared as the 3 members interacted freely, turning the encore into a celebration that felt reminiscent of BTS’ earlier concerts.

Previously, fans had speculated about possible group moments after reports suggested that Jin’s encore stage would run 30 minutes longer than his other tour stops. Those predictions turned into reality when 3 of the 7 BTS members shared the stage, performing fan-favorite songs and creating what many described as a nostalgic and emotional moment.

Clips and photos from the concert quickly went viral across social media, with fans expressing joy and sentiment over the reunion-like performance. Comment sections were filled with emotional messages, including one fan calling them,

“My family”

With BTS’ upcoming album and world tour on the horizon, fans have been eagerly anticipating the moment all seven members reunite on stage. While that full reunion is still to come, the sight of Jin, Jungkook, and j-hope performing together during Jin’s encore concert offered a heartfelt glimpse of the group’s signature synergy. The spontaneous reunion felt like a celebration of a "familial" moment to the fans, even with only 3 members present.

After the surprise reunion of the 3 BTS members at the show, fans continued to pour their emotions onto social media, expressing how deeply the moment resonated with them. The performance not only revived memories of BTS’ past concerts but also intensified the longing for a full OT7 stage. Many shared how the chemistry among the 3 members reminded them of the group’s signature energy and bond that fans missed over the past 2 years during their individual activities.

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Jungkook and j-hope join Jin with solo performances and as backup dancer for Super Tuna stage at #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR_ENCORE

During the encore concert, Jungkook took the stage for a solo performance of Standing Next to You, from his debute album Golden. This performance was his first live rendition of the song in 2 years since his military enlistment. j-hope followed with his recent hit track Killing It Girl.

Adding to the fun, later both Jungkook and j-hope joined Jin for his viral hit track Super Tuna, performing as his backup dancers and vocalists. The playful moment reached its peak when Jin, dressed in an outfit inspired by j-hope’s Jack in the Box era, leaped into the duo’s arms as they stood among the backup dancers. The moment quickly became a widely talked about moment among fan online.

Jin’s first-ever global solo tour, #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR, began on June 28, 2025, in Goyang, South Korea. The tour, held in support of his debut album Happy and sophomore release Echo, spanned major cities across Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. It would officially conclude with the 2 encore shows at Incheon Munhak Main Stadium, with the final concert scheduled for November 1, 2025, at 6:30 PM (KST).

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With the group’s upcoming album set to release in the Spring of 2025, fans are eagerly anticipating the long-awaited return of BTS’ full group activities.

Edited by Adrija Chakraborty