Netizens are buzzing with excitement over BLACKPINK Jennie's thriving schedule since parting ways with YG Entertainment.

Towards the end of 2023, BLACKPINK members renewed their group contract with YG Entertainment, excluding individual deals. Soon after, Jennie established her own agency, ODDATELIER, to manage her solo endeavors.

Even though 2024 has just begun, fans are already applauding Jennie for her packed schedule. In the first few days of the year, stunning photos of Jennie for Hera and Coco Chanel were unveiled.

Jennie's participation in the upcoming show "Apartment 404" generated further anticipation, with the trailer released on January 2. Netizens eagerly await her return to the variety show scene after a considerable hiatus.

Adding to the excitement, it was announced on the same day that Jennie would be the inaugural guest on Lee Hyori's new show, "Red Carpet."

Spotting her entering the KBS building heightened the anticipation for her first appearance on a KBS show, excluding music programs.

As news of Jennie's appearance on "Red Carpet" spread, netizens flooded the internet with comments suggesting that YG Entertainment had hindered her potential.

Despite the recent announcement of her solo company, fans speculate that Jennie has been involved in solo activities for a while and commend her for actively promoting herself.

Netizens shared their thoughts:

"This proves YG was the issue; everyone is suddenly working hard like rent is due!"

"YG held Jennie back so much, with some even blaming her for not appearing on variety shows. Look at her now!"

"Notice how Jennie is getting more opportunities after leaving YG. She's truly flourishing after being set free!"

"Jennie's packed schedule post-YG proves how much she was held back. It's fantastic to see her finally break free."

"From being the least seen on Korean shows to securing two appearances in just two days, Jennie's journey from YG restrictions is remarkable."

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BTS's Jin continues to shine bright with his massive popularity, securing the No. 1 spot in the MY1PICK weekly rankings for an impressive 43 consecutive weeks!

In the MY1PICK K-POP Individual Category Weekly Ranking for the third week of December (December 16–22), Jin earned a massive 6,154,905 hearts, keeping his position at the top. From the 5th week of February to the 3rd week of December, Jin has been unbeatable in the weekly rankings, proving he has an enormous fanbase and global influence.

But Jin’s achievements don’t stop there. In November, he dominated the K-POP Individual Category Monthly Ranking, topping it with 25,452,283 hearts. He has held the No. 1 spot for 11 months straight, from January to November, showing his continuous popularity throughout the year.

Jin also claimed victory in the One Pick Chart’s “November Monthly Chart K-POP (Solo)” category, holding the No. 1 position for 8 months in a row, from April to November. On top of that, he won the 2024 Season Chart K-POP (SOLO) for both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, making him the best One Pick star of the season.

The Season Chart awards honor artists who have consistently earned love from fans, with a physical trophy given to the top artist. Jin’s back-to-back victories solidify his place as one of the most beloved stars in K-pop.

Jin’s fan power doesn’t end with rankings. He’s also triumphed in numerous themed votes, taking first place in categories like “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of,” “Star You Want to See First Pitch at a Baseball Game,” “Best Cooking Genius Idol,” “Star Who Would Be the Best Child,” and “Star You Would Fall in Love With at First Sight.” His reward advertisement for the “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of” vote began airing on December 26 and can be seen at Yeoksam Station until December 30.

Meanwhile, Jin’s first solo album Happy was released on November 15 and quickly became a global hit, showcasing his talents as a solo artist. He held a special showcase, Jin ‘Happy’ Special Stage, on November 16 and 17, where fans were captivated by his beautiful vocals and flawless live performance.

Jin has also been keeping busy with appearances on popular variety shows like Salon Drip 2, Neighborhood Star K4, and Limousine Service. He’s also appeared on famous American talk shows, including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and Japan’s top music program Venue 101, where he impressed fans with his humor and solid live performances. His reputation as the “Vocal King” and “Live King” is stronger than ever!

As if that wasn't enough, Jin is also gaining attention globally for singing the main theme song for the new tvN drama Ask the Stars. Jin's talents continue to wow the world, and it's clear he's not slowing down anytime soon!

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