• "She's an amazing person" — Park Bo Young gets praised on and offscreen from the staff of Disney+ series ‘Light Shop’

    Buzz is building around actress Park Bo Young, thanks to some heartwarming stories shared by a staff member who worked with her on Disney Plus's 'Light Shop'.

    Staff A, who had the chance to work with Park Bo Young, recently spilled the beans about their experience. They confessed, "Sometimes, you just vibe with someone, no grand reason needed. For me, it was the lead actress of a local movie."

    They continued, "Being in the industry, I've had my doubts about being a 'fan'. High hopes often lead to big letdowns. Been there, done that." Despite this, they admitted that they couldn't shake off the hope of working with Park Bo Young someday.

    When they found out that Park Bo Young was cast in 'Light Shop', they were over the moon. Although they tried to keep their expectations in check, fearing possible disappointment, Park Bo Young turned out to be a dream come true.

    Staff A couldn't help but gush about her, saying, "From the moment I met her, I felt at ease. As we worked together, my admiration for her only grew."

    They praised her for her kindness and generosity, even in tough situations, and her respect for everyone on set. They added, "She's not just a fantastic actress, but also an amazing person."

    'Light Shop', starring Park Bo Young, is the fifth installment in the 'Mystery Psychology Thriller' series by Kang Pool. The webtoon-based series has already racked up over 150 million views and continues to receive love and praise from fans.

    The intriguing plot, which intertwines the lives of the living and the dead through a light-selling shop, boasts a star-studded cast including Ju Ji Hoon, Bae Seong Woo, Eom Tae Goo, Kim Seol Hyun, Lee Jung Eun, Kim Min Ha, Park Hyuk Kwon, Kim Dae Myung, Shin Eun Soo, Kim Sun Hwa, and Kim Ki Hae.

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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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