Stray Kids member Bang Chan celebrated his birthday in a special way by donating 100 million KRW to share the love he gets from fans with those in need.

On October 3, Bang Chan made the generous donation to the Community Chest of Korea. This act of kindness has earned him a spot in the Honor Society, which recognizes donors who give 100 million KRW or more.

The money donated by Bang Chan will support individuals with developmental disabilities. It will specifically help improve the physical abilities of athletes through training programs and create a health check-up system.

Bang Chan expressed his feelings, saying, "I am thankful to be able to share a bit of the meaningful love I received from my fans on my birthday. I hope this small contribution reaches places that need support."

Stray Kids continues to shine bright with their global activities and strong presence in music. On October 6 (local time), they will make history as the second K-pop group to perform at the American Music Awards, joining other major ceremonies like the Grammy Awards and Billboard Music Awards.

On November 13, they will release their second studio album, GIANT, which fans have been eagerly waiting for since their first full-length album, THE SOUND, released in Japan almost a year and nine months ago.

Their new world tour, Stray Kids World Tour , kicked off on August 24-25 and 31-September 1 at the KSPO Dome in Seoul. They are expanding their global presence with performances at major venues, including Singapore’s National Stadium, where they made their debut as a fourth-generation K-pop group on September 28. They will also perform in various stadiums around the world, such as Melbourne's Marvel Stadium, Sydney's Allianz Stadium, Kaohsiung's National Stadium, Bangkok's National Stadium, and Jakarta's Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium.

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BTS’s J-Hope is keeping fans excited as he drops even more stunning concept photos for his highly anticipated new single!

On March 4, J-Hope released the second concept photo for his digital single "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" through BTS’s official social media, giving fans another glimpse into the warm and romantic theme of his comeback.

In the latest photos, J-Hope brings out the sweet and dreamy vibes of being in love—all in the most familiar place, his home.

He’s seen lying comfortably on a cozy rug, talking on the phone with a blissful smile, and daydreaming with his feet propped up on a chair.

Sitting on the edge of a bathtub, he looks completely relaxed, lost in thought, as the soft sunlight wraps around him, adding to the sentimental and heartwarming mood.

The dreamy setting and his gentle, love-filled expressions perfectly match the theme of "Sweet Dreams," making fans even more excited for the song’s release!

Before the official release, J-Hope will drop teaser videos on March 5 and 6, leading up to the big moment on March 7 at 2 PM KST.

To celebrate, J-Hope is also holding an exclusive offline fan event, "Sweet Dreamland," where 613 lucky ARMYs will get to experience the magic in person at 1 PM KST on March 7.

The number 613 isn’t random—it represents BTS’s debut date, June 13, showing J-Hope’s deep appreciation for his fans.

And don’t worry if you can’t be there in person—the event will be livestreamed on Weverse, so ARMYs all over the world can join in the fun!

"Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)" is a romantic serenade filled with J-Hope’s heartfelt emotions and a desire to love and be loved. With R&B star Miguel lending his smooth vocals to the track, anticipation is through the roof!

J-Hope has already started his first solo world tour with the "j-hope Tour ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’ in SEOUL", held at the KSPO DOME from February 28 to March 2.

But he didn’t stop there—he surprised fans with a pre-release performance of "Sweet Dreams (feat. Miguel)," and the crowd went wild!

Even before the official release, the song is already getting rave reviews! On March 3, British music magazine NME gave the concert a five-star rating, praising J-Hope’s powerful stage presence and saying:

"It was clear how much he missed the stage, and that’s where he shines the brightest. He has already proven his abilities as a BTS member, and now, he has done so again as a solo artist. He fully showcased his talent and radiated an energy stronger than ever before."

With a new single, an exclusive fan event, and an exciting world tour ahead, J-Hope is set to dominate the music scene once again! Are you ready to experience "Sweet Dreams"?

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