Actor Lee Jung Jae recently expressed his admiration for BTS's Jungkook.

In a video titled '2024 Lunar New Year Greetings: What song gives you strength?' posted on February 9th on the official YouTube channel of Artist Company, actors from the company extended their New Year's greetings to fans.

During the video, Lee Jung Jae selected Jungkook's 'Standing Next To You' as his song of strength, even singing a verse himself and mentioning that it was released not too long ago.

He wished everyone a prosperous and joyful holiday, adding, "I believe there will be two projects to present to you this year. I filmed a lot last year, so this year, I'll have numerous opportunities to meet you in person and discuss various topics. I'm also excited and looking forward to it."

Lee Je Hoon, another actor who previously presented an award at the '2023 MAMA Awards in Tokyo', also highlighted Jungkook as a K-pop artist he's currently interested in. He praised Jungkook, expressing his desire to emulate him every time he sees him perform.

Jungkook's title track 'Standing Next to You' from his solo album 'GOLDEN', released in November last year, debuted at second place on Spotify's 'Daily Top Song Global Chart', the world's largest music streaming platform. It maintained the first and second positions alongside his solo single 'Seven (feat. Latto)' for three consecutive days and climbed to the top spot on the fourth day.

'Standing Next to You' is a retro punk song that brings back the 80's vibe, with its grand sound and Jungkook's groovy vocals taking center stage.

Despite his ongoing military service, Jungkook continues to dominate the US Billboard charts. As of February 10, his solo singles 'Seven' and '3D', along with 'Standing Next to You' from his solo album 'GOLDEN', ranked 28th, 88th, and 31st respectively on the 'Global 200' chart.

Jungkook, who enlisted in December last year, is currently serving in the military and is expected to be discharged in June next year.

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The energetic and fun-loving special unit of SEVENTEEN, BSS (Seungkwan, DK, and Hoshi), is ready to return with a bang! Their second single album, "TELEPARTY," will drop on January 8, and fans can’t wait.

At midnight KST on December 27, Pledis Entertainment shared the exciting teaser for BSS’s comeback through HYBE Labels' YouTube channel and SEVENTEEN’s social media. The trailer, titled "How is your youth?", instantly grabbed attention with its touching and inspiring vibe.

The trailer dives deep into the meaning of youth, opening with the question: "What is youth? Is it simply about being young?" It shows everyday moments from people of all ages and ends with the uplifting answer: "Youth is about enjoying the life you’re living at this very moment."

BSS takes on the role of "Youth Protectors," spreading joy and positivity across generations. In the teaser, they give tired students a break, take on extra work for stressed office workers, and even add some romance for two elderly individuals stuck in routine. Their efforts bring smiles, laughter, and a reminder to embrace life’s little moments.

Fans were also thrilled to see a familiar face in the trailer—actor Moon Sang Hoon, famous for his "Moon Saem" character from the YouTube channel Bba-Doners. His comedic interactions with BSS added even more charm and excitement.

The title of the album, "TELEPARTY," combines "Telepathy" and "Party," representing a celebration that connects everyone in the world. Through this concept, BSS sends the heartwarming message: "If you’re happy in this moment, you are living your youth."

Pledis Entertainment revealed that this album has been in the works since early this year and promises top-quality music. Fans can expect not just great songs but also a lot of energy and joy from this special unit.

Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN has been keeping busy with their SEVENTEEN [RIGHT HERE] WORLD TOUR IN JAPAN, performing ten incredible shows in four domes. They’ll continue their stadium concerts in major cities across Asia in January and February, keeping their momentum strong.

Mark your calendars for January 8 and get ready to party with BSS!

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