Jin of BTS is kickstarting his global activities alongside the release of his first solo album 'Happy'.
He is scheduled to appear on America's popular NBC program 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on the 21st, where he will showcase the first performance of his title track 'Running Wild'.
'The Tonight Show' announced Jin's appearance through its official SNS on the 13th.
The teaser video, set in a 1990s-style office, features host Jimmy Fallon discovering a floppy disk in a 'TOP SECRET' envelope, hinting at Jin's appearance with a unique presentation.
BTS previously appeared on 'The Tonight Show' in July 2021, performing 'Butter' and 'Permission to Dance'.
Subsequently, members Jimin, Suga, and Jungkook also appeared on the program, showcasing special chemistry with host Jimmy Fallon during their solo activities.
One insider commented, "Appearing on a leading American talk show is an important opportunity to establish himself as a solo artist," adding, "It is especially significant that he will showcase the first performance of the title track from his first solo album."
Set to be released simultaneously worldwide at 2 p.m. on the 15th, Jin's solo album 'Happy' contains his thoughts on the meaning of happiness and a message of hope he wishes to convey through music.
The album includes a total of six tracks, including the title track 'Running Wild', and presents diverse music genres based on band sounds.
Notably, songs like 'Heart on the Window', featuring Wendy of Red Velvet, as well as 'I'll Be There', 'Another Level', 'Until I Reach You', and 'In Longing', are expected to showcase Jin's musical spectrum.
Fans are keenly interested in what new aspects Jin will show as a solo artist and what activities he will undertake on the global stage.
There is growing anticipation for the results of his U.S. activities starting with 'The Tonight Show'.
The 'Happy' album holds deeper significance as it is Jin's first full-length solo album.
The industry is paying attention to how the experience and skills he has accumulated as a member of BTS will manifest as a solo artist, and what new musical territories he will pioneer through this.
As the influence of K-pop solo artists continues to expand in the global music market, there is growing expectation for what new possibilities Jin's activities will showcase.