Kim Jong Kook's 'Running Man' behavior was controversial.

The quiz showdown members were drawn on SBS's 'Running Man' on June 5.

Kim Jong Kook played with Haha and Song Ji Hyo on this day.

Kim Jong Kook's squad, which ended second after Ji Suk Jin's, panicked when Yoo Jae Suk's team answered correctly.

Yoo Jae Suk's team was late, said Kim Jong Kook.

Kim Jong Kook shouted "Stay still" as Yoo Jae Suk's protest was rejected.

Kim Jong Kook asked Yoo Jae Suk why he was cheering for getting it right while he protested.

Kim Jong Kook threatened when Yoo Jae Suk's teammate Yang Se Chan fought.

In another instance, the correct response is "human dignity," but when Haha wrote it and got the wrong result, Kim Jong Kook kicked the chair.

Kim Jong Kook tossed Ji Suk Jin's bag.

Some netizens stated, "I was astonished Kim Jong Kook was so violent today," "the gangster notion is too much," and "I wish they had cut that scene."

Others backed Kim Jong Kook, saying "entertainment is entertainment" and "fighting chemistry is fun."

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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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