Lee Sun Bin is poised to solidify her status as the "Rom-Com Queen" with her upcoming role in the tvN drama "Potato Research Institute," where she will star alongside Kang Tae Oh, fresh from completing his military service.

The drama, helmed by writer Kim Ho-soo and director Kang Il-soo, known for their work on the hit series "Rookie Historian Goo Hae-ryung," promises a delightful romantic comedy set in an unconventional potato research institute.

In "Potato Research Institute," Lee Sun Bin takes on the role of Kim Mi-kyung, a seasoned potato researcher with twelve years of experience. Despite her initial appearance as a long-term job seeker, Mi-kyung surprises everyone with her vast knowledge of biological terms and her dedication to developing the perfect potato, aptly named "Mi-kyung," through a clandestine project.

Despite her vow to avoid office romances, Mi-kyung finds herself falling for the institute's new director, So Baek-ho, portrayed by Kang Tae Oh. Their relationship begins with misunderstandings but gradually blossoms into something more.

Kang Tae Oh, known for his captivating smile, gentle demeanor, and striking visuals, embodies the character of So Baek-ho, a man who lacks social connections and basic courtesy despite his charming exterior.

Lee Sun Bin, who awaits the release of several films, including "The Sound of Breath" and "Noise," brings her talent to the forefront once again after her recent appearances in "Boys Over Flowers" and the upcoming series "Mission Possible."

Meanwhile, Kang Tae Oh, who gained international acclaim for his role in "Extraordinary Attorney Woo," maintained his momentum during his military hiatus with a special appearance in the film "Target."

With both actors renowned for their immersive performances, fans eagerly anticipate the unique chemistry they will bring to "Potato Research Institute."

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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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