BTS J-Hope’s Colloboration With Pharrell Williams Sparks Outrage Among Netizens - Here's Why

BTS J-Hope is currently in last leg of serving his mandatory tenure at military. While BTS rapper has largely kept a low profile during course of same, he occasionally shared posts on social media. His recent post with singer Pharrell Williams has now sparked anger among netizens.

Why netizens are miffed with J-Hope’s post?

J-Hope is expected to be discharged from his mandatory military service next month and has recently shared a photo of him with Pharrell Williams. caption it re, "P & J….Can’t wait for 2025”. post has indirectly hinted at possible collaboration next year.

With backlash, J-Hope even limited his comments on particular post. But on or social media platforms, netizens have mixed reactions to this. 

BTS leer RM, who has been an outspoken fan of Pharrell for years and even collaborated for an exclusive Rolling Stone interview, also commented on post, indicating that he is looking forward to it.

Fans reaction to possible collaboration

Regardless of of collab, many ARMYs wish J-Hope wouldn’t associate himself with Pharrell Williams. This is due to Pharrell’s alleged ties to Zionism. Fans were divided by this and flooded internet with ir negative views. One user wrote, “Damn Pharrell is also a Zionist!?”. Anor user wrote, “ entire Kpop industry is run by Zionists.” “not again !”, wrote third user.

When is BTS set to reunite?

All seven of BTS' members are currently serving ir time in military. J-Hope, meanwhile, is rar close to his discharge date. J-Hope enlisted in military in April 2023 and is expected to be discharged in October. Meanwhile, or members of BTS are also enlisted in army and serving ir duties.

Prior to him, Jin is expected to be discharged in June 2024. Suga, RM, and V will be discharged in June 2025, with Jungkook and Jimin following in December 2025.