Actor Anupam Tripathi directly answered the 'Squid Game' craze.

The 12th episode of 'Breakfast with Tiffany' was published on SBS Moby Dick on November 5th. In the video, Anupam Tripathi, who gained popularity as Ali Abdul in the Netflix original 'Squid Game', appeared as a guest and solved various stories.

Anupam said, "I feel the popularity after 'Squid Game'" and "I met two fans on my way to school today."

His biggest change since 'Squid Game' was released was that , "I even filmed an advertisement." and said, "There are a lot of roles coming in. Not only from Korea, but also from India and Hollywood."

Anupam, who studied acting at the Korea National University of Arts, said, "I was thinking about going back to India after I graduated." He continued to explain, "But then I was taking a walk because I like taking walks and I suddenly thought I should try to stay in Korea. I felt like something might come up. Thereafter, I took part in a lot of films and plays."

Anupam Tripathi continued to exude his charms when Tiffany asked, "Do you listen to music when you take a walk or not?" to which he replied, "No, I usually don't because there's already a lot of music around."

Anupam surprised Tiffany Young by leaving the famous saying "The way I am" as the reason for being selected in the 'Squid Game' through fierce competition. Anupam said, "I showed myself as I really am," and "I have to survive, but I don't want to lose my warmth."

In addition, Anupam shared he loved meeting new people and being with people. He shared he would have trusted Sangwoo if he was in the game as himself. He explained, "I think I would have no choice but to trust him. If I can't trust him, what else would there be for me? I would definitely believe in him until the end." He also shared, "I would like to share the 45.6 billion KRW (40 million USD) if I were to have won it," further gaining the love from his fans.

After hearing this, Tiffany was moved, saying, "I'm going to reflect a lot today."

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BTS member Jimin made history at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS, becoming the first solo artist ever to win the prestigious Visa Fan’s Choice of the Year award.

On November 22, Jimin was honored with the Fan’s Choice of the Year award at the 2024 MAMA AWARDS JAPAN, held at the Kyocera Dome in Osaka, Japan. This marks a huge milestone in his career, especially considering his ongoing military service.

Jimin made history as the first solo artist to win the Fan’s Choice of the Year award, a category that BTS had dominated for six years since its debut in 2018.

In addition to this achievement, Jimin also took home the Fan’s Choice Grand Prize, making him a two-time winner at this year’s awards.

Although Jimin couldn't attend the ceremony due to his military service, his name was met with loud cheers from fans when announced.

His incredible win continues to prove his global influence as a solo artist. Jimin had also won Best Male Artist at the 2023 MAMA AWARDS, marking back-to-back wins at the event.

The MAMA AWARDS praised Jimin for his groundbreaking achievements, saying, “As the first K-pop solo artist to reach 4 billion streams and set the longest-running #1 record for a Korean artist, Jimin has proven his influence as a world-class artist and global pop star.”

Jimin's win also made him the first solo artist to claim a grand prize at the MAMA AWARDS in 10 years, with his achievement sparking excitement worldwide.

On X (formerly Twitter), the hashtag “CONGRATULATIONS JIMIN” topped the trends, while “우리지민이상받았네” (Our Jimin Got the Award) reached the #1 spot in Korea.

Jimin’s ongoing success continues to shine even during his military service. He was also recently named Best K-pop at the 2024 MTV Europe Music Awards and continues to be recognized for his charitable efforts, including a recent donation of 100 million KRW to the National Defense Soldier and Veteran Love Fund.

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