BTS's Jin has officially kicked off activities for his solo album Happy, celebrating with ARMY in a special fan showcase event. Held on November 16–17 at Jangchung Gymnasium in Seoul, the 'Jin "Happy" Special Stage' showcased every track from Happy, performed live with a full band, and featured various segments allowing Jin to connect with fans.
Appearing on stage alongside the live band, Jin greeted the packed audience, saying, “I’m filled with a pleasant kind of nervousness this time because my solo album Happy has been released. Since this album was made for ARMY, I'm determined to make you all happy today.”


Jin opened the show with the title track "Running Wild," sparking excitement as fans sang along, creating an electric atmosphere. He continued with tracks like "Until I Reach You," "Another Level," and "I'll Be There," showcasing his powerful vocals and skillfully embracing the rock genre. The song "Yearning" created a change of pace with a gentle piano accompaniment, and Jin’s heartfelt delivery conveyed deep emotion, with fans waving their phone lights, adding to the beautiful scene.


On the final day of the showcase, Red Velvet’s Wendy made a surprise appearance to perform the duet "Heart on the Window (with Wendy)." The harmony between the two K-pop vocalists moved the audience. Wendy shared, “When I first heard the song, I loved it. Normally, I perform in front of my fans, but singing in front of ARMY feels like debuting all over again. I’m grateful to be part of such a great album.” Jin responded, “Thank you for joining us so willingly.”


The fan showcase was visually captivating, with rapid stage transitions that seamlessly complemented Jin’s music. The production used vertically moving LED screens to change stage concepts, creating intricate effects. The multi-stage design included four distinct setups, each incorporating objects featured in the concept photos, title track "Running Wild," and pre-released song "I'll Be There," enhancing the album's overall aesthetic.


As a token of appreciation, Jin gifted each fan a game console-shaped keyring and a cube, both reflecting his hobbies, to spread joy. The showcase was also livestreamed globally on Weverse, allowing fans who couldn’t attend in person to enjoy the event. Fans from 214 countries and regions tuned in, highlighting Jin’s global popularity.


Written by Mun Wan Sik
Translated by Lee So Yun