Recently, BTS made history with their performance during the 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime show.

BTS J-Hope‘s “intimidating” actions during the performance has become a hot topic online.

Amid clips of the performance going viral, a clip has sparked major reactions among ARMYs of J-Hope’s actions before the performance.

In the clip, J-Hope seemed intimidating and strict, but he was using his dance and leadership skills to ensure that all the members and staff knew where the group had to be for the performance. In particular, when things went wrong or didn’t look like they should, J-Hope wasn’t afraid to correct them and take drastic measures to ensure everything was perfect.

In the comments, netizens shared their reactions.

While some loved J-Hope’s seriousness when dancing in contrast to his usual personality, most focused on the idol’s important role when it comes to BTS’s dancing. They shared how vital he has been over the years to ensuring the group’s choreography and dancing are top-tier, even if it means becoming strict or “scolding” the members.