"Our Blues," a drama on tvN, starred Jung Eun Eye as Young Hee, a character with Down syndrome. She said she knew she was popular because of how well she played the role.

In an interview with Sports Donga on June 17, Jung Eun Eye talked about what's been going on in her life and told a deep story.

Jung Eun Eye, who has Down Syndrome in real life, said that people's views of her changed after she was in "Our Blues."

Jung Eun Eye shocked everyone when she said that she had trouble before she was in "Our Blues." She said, "Before I was in the drama, when I took the subway alone, some people touched me or made sexual comments to me. I felt very sad."

The actress then said, "But now I'm happy when I'm around other people. They all say nice things to me," she said, pointing out the changes for the better.

Jung Eun Eye's father, film director Seo Dong Il, also said that people's ideas about Down Syndrome have changed a lot since the drama aired. He also said, "Eun Eye is the same now as she was then. But I could feel the magic of culture and the arts when I saw how the play changed the way people looked at and thought about things".

Director Seo Dong Il's documentary film "Your Face," which is set to come out on June 23rd, is supposed to show how Jung Eun Eye's story has a deep echo.

"Movies about people with developmental disabilities often tell dark, uncomfortable stories," the actress said. "But I want to make a bright movie in which I can introduce myself as an attractive artist, not as a person with a developmental disability", she said, explaining her unique goal.

Director Seo Dong Il also showed his excitement by saying, "I'm so happy with how things are right now. I hope that people with developmental disabilities will be able to move around in society without being afraid or worried."

Jung Eun Eye also thanked actress Han Ji Min and actor Kim Woo Bin for how well they took care of her while they were filming "Our Blues." Jung Eun Eye said that Han Ji Min and Kim Woo Bin praised her a lot on set and made sure she never got cold by making sure she always had her coat with her.

Jung Eun Eye also showed her love for Han Ji Min by writing a thank-you note to Han Ji Min and Kim Woo Bin, who threw her a birthday party.

As Jung Eun Eye said, Han Ji Min was the one who first asked for her number, and the two still talk every day.

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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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