• Kim Hyun Joong From "Single's Inferno" Explain The Main Reason Why He Unfollowed Free Zia

    Kim Hyun Joong, who appeared in Netflix's dating reality show "Single's Inferno", mentioned in an interview that Song Ji Ah, who was the final couple, is attracting attention. 

    Maeil Business Newspaper Star Today exclusively reported on the phone interview with Kim Hyun Joong on January 19th. The media asked Kim Hyun Joong about the content of the post titled 'Kim Hyun Joong who unfollowed Free Zia's Instagram', which has recently been controversial in online communities.

    According to the media, Kim Hyun Joong said, "We remain good friends, and we kept in touch during the broadcast and got along well. There is no reason to cut off?” Drawing a line in the controversy. He explained, "For various reasons, such as broadcasting regulations, I am not in a situation where I can talk in detail about my personal story with Jia, but I want to tell you that I have no bad feelings at all." 

    Kim Hyun Joong said, "I didn't want many stories to come out because the interest was so concentrated and Jia wasn't even following (me)." He explained the real reason for unfollowing. It is said that he had no idea that there was such a controversy online. 

    He said, "I couldn't get in touch with her anymore because of the reports," he said. Even at this moment I'm talking, I'm cautious and difficult, but what I can tell you is that Jia, who I've been through, was a good friend, bright and really hard-living friend”

    Previously, in "Single's Inferno", which was released on January 18th of last month, Kim Hyun Joong and Song Ji Ah became the final couple. About a month after this broadcast was released, Song Jia was embroiled in controversy over wearing fake luxury goods. On January 17th, right after the controversy, an article called 'Kim Hyun Joong unfollowed Free Zia's Instagram' was posted on the online community TheQoo. The community post contained the content that Kim Hyun Joong was the only member of "Single's Inferno" to unfollow Song Ji Ah.

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  • BTS's Jimin Makes History by Winning 'Fan’s Choice Grand Prize' at the 2024 MAMA Awards

    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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