BTS’s Mexico National Palace Appearance Stuns 50,000 Fans, Drawing Global Comparisons to The Beatles, Michael Jackson, and The Pope
A video of K-pop superstars BTS (Jungkook, Jimin, V, RM, J-HOPE, Jin, Suga) appearing on the balcony of Mexico’s National Palace has gone viral, spreading across the globe via major US media outlets like CNN. This unprecedented moment has generated a wave of astonishment from both their dedicated fanbase and the general public. A common theme in the reactions highlights the sheer scale of their impact: “This is a phenomenon unlike anything seen since the days of The Beatles, Michael Jackson, or a papal visit.”
In the comments section of CNN’s Instagram video, @queenyrk78, identifying herself as 66 years old, remarked, “It reminds me of when The Beatles landed in America. BTS is the modern-day Beatles. They have taken over the crown.” Similarly, @damone8182, a fan of both The Beatles and Michael Jackson, shared, “I experienced the MJ phenomenon firsthand, and I haven’t seen anything like this since MJ. It’s even more astonishing that this is happening despite the songs being in Korean.”
@rikalpin_ succinctly summarized the sentiment: “Respect to The Beatles and MJ, now it’s BTS.” @chippie_ray commented, “I haven’t seen such a crowd since MJ,” while @just.vino declared, “This is Michael Jackson-level fame.”
Comparisons to the Pope also emerged. @dianetuangco exclaimed, “It feels like a Vatican papal visit or a UK royal event. If this is the scale without a concert, imagine how incredible a concert would be!” @kindravision jokingly asked, “Is it a new Pope?” drawing laughter, and @thatanimemom stated, “It’s like seeing the Pope.”
@myyoongithebestforever added a touch of humor, writing, “I’m going to become president later so I can meet BTS!”
The reactions from non-fans were particularly striking. @raptorcough admitted, “I don’t know their music well, but anyone who can gather an entire nation and even the president must truly have global popularity.” @instajonerz reflected, “There are artists who appear once in decades and elevate public consciousness to a new level. We are witnessing that moment with BTS.” @elizabeth.egbamuno commented, “They showed up with 5 hours’ notice. You can’t buy this or fake it. You either have it or you don’t. BTS has it.”
Emotional comments also poured in. @misscoocoocachoo tearfully wrote, “Michael Jackson would be so proud of these guys. I feel him saying ‘keep going, spread love through music’ from heaven.” @pacyna.ela pointed out, “RM said they were ‘7 ordinary boys from Korea,’ but 50,000 people don’t gather for ordinary people.” And @lau0326fm praised their positive influence: “Their message is self-love, overcoming depression, anti-drugs, and respect. Exactly the message teenagers need.”
