• VIVIZ's Umji Shares Heartwarming Photos of Her Late Friend Moonbin and Their 98-Liner Friend Group

    The K-pop world was shaken by the sudden passing of ASTRO's Moonbin, and fans and idols alike are still mourning the loss of such a talented artist.

    VIVIZ's Umji took to Instagram to share some group photos of her 98-liner friend group in memory of Moonbin, and it's clear how much they loved spending time together.

    The photos show Umji, SinB, Seungkwan, and others enjoying each other's company while celebrating birthdays, eating out together, and goofing around.

    Their bright smiles and carefree attitudes are heartwarming, and it's evident that they had a lot of fun whenever they were together.

    Umji's post is especially touching because it's clear how much she misses her friend Moonbin. Her longing for him is palpable in the photos, and it's clear that the memories she shared with him and the rest of the 98-liner group will always be cherished.

    Many netizens were moved by Umji's post, with some leaving comments such as:

    "This is so heartwarming and touching. Rest in peace, Moonbin."

    "I'm crying seeing these photos. The 98-liners are so precious."

    "Thank you for sharing these memories with us. We'll never forget Moonbin and the joy he brought to the world."

    "It's clear how much they loved each other. I hope they can find comfort in these memories."

    "Moonbin will always be remembered for his talent and his kindness. Rest easy, angel."

    Meanwhile, it's been reported that Umji and SinB will be sitting out from their hi-touch event due to poor health conditions. Fans are sending them love and support during this difficult time, and we hope they'll be able to recover soon.

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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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