Lollapalooza is a large-scale music festival that began in the United States in 1991 and is now held annually in countries like the U.S., Germany, fяαи¢є, and more. On July 12 and 13, IVE and j-hope were the only K-pop representatives performing in Berlin, Germany, alongside global artists like Justin Timberlake and Benson Boone.

On the evening of the 12th (local time), the beautiful girls of IVE lit up the Telekom Main Stage at Olympiastadion & Olympiapark with nearly 10 iconic tracks, performed live with a full band for around 55 minutes. The crowd’s enthusiastic cheers and the кσяєαn sing-alongs throughout their set highlighted just how much fans adored them.

Meanwhile, among the au∂ιєnce, j-hope—who was preparing for his own performance the following day—was spotted vibing along to IVE’s energetic stage. He was seen swaying to the music with a bottle of beer in hand, smiling brightly and throwing his hands up to cheer the group on.

His natural and energetic “vibing” quickly drew the attention of fans and media alike. j-hope was widely praised for his enthusiastic support of his juniors from IVE, even as he himself was getting ready to take the stage as a headliner the next day.

Not only that, j-hope also posted a video of the group’s performance at the event on his Instagram Story, showing his wholehearted support.

In a particularly heartwarming moment, IVE’s members were made aware of j-hope’s presence in the crowd. Gaeul even expressed regret that they wouldn't be able to return the support during his performance due to their group’s schedule.

“We are so thankful to j-hope sunbaenim for supporting us so much and cheering us up when he was leaving. Unfortunately, we won't be able to see his stage in person tomorrow. We will be rooting for him from afar, too,” she shared in a fan conversation after the performance.

The interaction between Gaeul of IVE and j-hope at Lollapalooza Berlin 2025 truly warmed fans’ hearts. Gaeul’s sincere message reflected not only respect for her senior but also highlighted the warm and supportive atmosphere between different generations of K-pop artists.

j-hope’s heartfelt cheering for IVE like a genuine fan—and IVE returning the support from afar—created a beautiful moment of camaraderie in the music scene. These small but sincere interactions carry powerful meaning, allowing fans to feel the humility and authentic bond shared between artists.

On social media, fans from both fandoms left comments like:

- This is what wholesome sunbae–hoobae interaction looks like!

- j-hope supporting IVE while holding a beer and vibing is such a vibe itself!

- Gaeul’s message was so sweet. True respect and love between artists.

- Jhope watching IVE from the crowd reminded me of the time when Yujin was holding that armyвσмв from the crowd years ago. That was also the time when she got motivated to be an idol, too

- J-hope appreciation on IVE. i wanna cryy

- he did the same with txt in 2022. don't you love that his time and support isn't transactional and it's just support as pure as it comes.

- That's how you know ppl are grateful when they don't treat them like a Voldemort

- leeseo definitely got a closer bond to hobi it’s cute

- Sunbae-nim supporting his hoobaes like a proud big brother. We love to see it!"

- j-hope cheering for IVE with a beer in hand and the biggest smile... this is the energy we all need!"

- IVE and j-hope’s mutual support is so heartwarming. This is what K-pop family looks like 

- Gaeul’s message was so respectful and sweet. You can really feel the admiration!"

- The way j-hope shared their performance on his Story—he didn’t have to do that, but he did. True sunbae behavior!"

- This kind of interaction is so rare and genuine. It makes me love both j-hope and IVE even more!