• "Penthouse" Writer Kim Soon Ok Confirms Cast Lineup For Upcoming Drama "The Escape of the Seven" (Literal Title)

    Amid the huge popularity of the SBS drama "Penthouse" series aired from 2020 to 2021, attention is being paid to Kim Soon Ok's next drama, "The Escape of the Seven," which wrote the script for the exciting "Penthouse."

    Recently, YTN reported that the casting of the main character of Kim Soon Ok's new work "The Escape of the Seven" has been confirmed.

    "The Escape of the Seven" is a story that revolves around the seven main characters, and the specific storyline is not yet known, but the news that actors who trust and watch have been cast in the work drew attention.

    Actors Hwang Jung Eum, Uhm Ki Joon, Shin Eun Kyung, and Yoon Jong Hoon have confirmed their appearance in "The Escape of the Seven."

    In particular, Uhm Ki Joon, Shin Eun Kyung, and Yoon Jong Hoon performed enthusiastically with their extraordinary skills in "The Penthouse" written by Kim Soon Ok, making viewers "over-immersed."

    The actors and writer Kim Soon Ok have joined hands again after "The Penthouse" to react to what kind of painting they will reproduce.

    Hwang Jung Eum has also strengthened her position as an actor through JTBC's "Mystic Pop-Up Bar," MBC's "She was pretty," and "Lucky Romance."

    Hwang Jung Eum joined the ranks of talented actors by perfectly playing the role of the falsely accused mother in the KBS2 drama "Secret" aired in 2013.

    In addition, expectations are rising on the news that "The Escape of the Seven" will be Hwang Jung Eum's return work, which announced the birth of her second son in March.

    Meanwhile, "The Escape of the Seven" will be directed by Producer Joo Dong-min of "Penthouse."

    Attention is focusing on whether super-luxury actors will be able to join the work of writer Kim Soon Ok and producer Joo Dong Min to achieve a great work.

  • 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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