"Our Blues" Placed #8 In The Global TV Show Category
tvN's Saturday-Sunday drama 'Our Blues' ranked in the top 10 global popular content.
"Our Blues" placed 8th in the global TV show category on June 7th, according to Flixpatrol. Netflix ranked it 4th for non-English content.
Global viewers love IMDB. "This drama features romance, friendship, comedy, and emotion". "We empathize with all characters' shortcomings". "One of the best Korean dramas to watch," "Like a slow-roasted coffee, you'll appreciate it if you savor it," "Realistic, comfortable, tender, tragic, and warm," etc. were some of the reactions.
Dragon Studio Jang Jeong-do, who directed 'Our Blues,' pondered how it might appeal to worldwide viewers with its Korean sensibilities and Jeju Island setting. I'm thankful for viewers everywhere."
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 the2024 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 wonBest Male Artistat 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 AWARDSin 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 Awardsand 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.