BTS’s j-hope Gets VIP Tour of Benny Blanco’s Home – Amazed by Picasso & Basquiat Collection

2025-03-07 09:23

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j-hope Visits Benny Blanco in LA on MBC’s I Live Alone, Airing on the 7th

MBC’s I Live Alone will feature BTS’s j-hope recording his new song and meeting with global hit producer Benny Blanco.

MBC’s I Live Alone, BTS’s j-hope and Benny Blanco. / Courtesy of MBC
MBC’s I Live Alone, BTS’s j-hope and Benny Blanco. / Courtesy of MBC

The episode, airing on the 7th, continues to showcase j-hope’s daily life in L.A., offering fans a closer glimpse into his creative process.

In newly released preview stills, BTS’s j-hope is captured in the recording studio, fully immersed in his creative process. Before stepping into the booth, he actively collaborates with the producer, sharing insights and refining the music. Once inside, he brings the energy and inspiration he’s gathered in L.A. to his performance. Fans are especially eager to see how he tackles English rap, as teased in a clip where he excitedly exclaims, “What size? Half size!”

Another highly anticipated moment is j-hope’s reunion with hit-making producer Benny Blanco, which has already sparked excitement since last week’s teaser. Introducing him as “a truly precious friend,” j-hope reconnects with the producer behind chart-topping songs for Britney Spears, Katy Perry, Maroon 5, and Anne-Marie. Benny Blanco first collaborated with BTS on their 2022 single Bad Decisions and later contributed to j-hope’s solo album, deepening their creative partnership.

MBC’s I Live Alone, BTS’s j-hope and Benny Blanco. / Courtesy of MBC
MBC’s I Live Alone, BTS’s j-hope and Benny Blanco. / Courtesy of MBC

During his visit to Benny Blanco’s home, j-hope is amazed by the producer’s extensive art collection, featuring works by Andy Warhol, Picasso, and Basquiat. He also gets a behind-the-scenes look at Benny Blanco’s creative inspirations. As a heartfelt gesture, j-hope prepares a Korean soul food dinner for his friend. Preview images show the duo casually dining on the floor with the sofa as a makeshift backrest, humorously showcasing the “K-sofa” dining style.

Benny Blanco enthusiastically devours the homemade Korean meal, leading to a fun and candid conversation. At one point, he jokingly asks in English, “If I eat all of this, will I be like you?”—hinting at something about j-hope that he admires. What exactly is Benny Blanco envious of? Fans will have to tune in to find out.

j-hope Wakes Up Jimmy for His Solo Tonight Show Debut | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. / YouTube, The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Meanwhile, j-hope is gearing up for a massive year, kicking off his solo world tour HOPE ON THE STAGE in March. He recently dropped Sweet Dreams, a collaboration with Miguel, adding to the excitement. Fans are eager to witness yet another spectacular year of music and TV appearances from j-hope. Adding to the momentum, he is set to make his debut performance with Miguel on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

MBC’s I Live Alone airs on March 7 at 11:10 PM KST.

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