• ‘Queen of Tears’ actor Kim Young Min opens up about his unexpected chemistry with Kim Jung Nan

    Actor Kim Young Min, who made a special appearance in the hit tvN weekend drama “Queen of Tears,” recently shared his heartfelt reflections on the show’s meaningful finale and the unexpected chemistry he had with co-star Kim Jung Nan.

    In an exclusive interview with Ace Story, Kim Young Min revealed his thoughts about portraying the character Yeong Song, a compassionate counselor with a voice reminiscent of Sung Si Kyung. Yeong Song’s role was pivotal in helping Beom Ja (played by Kim Jung Nan) navigate her worries and emotions.

    Kim Young Min’s laid-back and warm-hearted portrayal of Yeong Song resonated with viewers, adding an extra layer of enjoyment to the drama. His interactions with Beom Ja were particularly heartwarming, and fans couldn’t get enough.

    In the final episode, Yeong Song’s sincere and pure response to Beom Ja’s public confession left smiles on everyone’s faces.

    Kim Young Min expressed his joy at earning a fantastic nickname through his role: “The self-sufficient, pure-hearted man!”. He graciously thanked the viewers who loved Yeong Song and cherished “Queen of Tears.”

    Here are Kim Young Min's thoughts on his special appearance in "Queen of Tears"

    Organic Romance Chemistry with Beom Ja (Kim Jung Nan)

    Q: How did you feel about the chemistry with Kim Jung Nan?

    A: Meeting a character like Yeong Song was a source of happiness. Thanks to the talented writer, directors, staff, and fellow actors, the chemistry with Beom Ja came alive. Participating in “Queen of Tears” was an honor.

    Synergy with Kim Jung Nan

    Q: How was it working with Kim Jung Nan, who portrayed a healing romance?

    A: Our chemistry was perfect! Kim Jung Nan, being a veteran, taught me a lot. Her bright energy made our interactions enjoyable. The romance between Yeong Song and Beom Ja looked beautiful, and viewers supported their relationship.

    Yeong Song’s Iconic Lines

    Q: Which of Yeong Song’s lines resonated with you?

    A: “People who eat meat when they’re having a hard time are first-class individuals,” “In life, everyone carries their own burdens,” and “Life is too short to work too much.” These lines were remarkable, and I felt proud to deliver them. Kudos to writer Park Ji Eun for creating such a wonderful character.

    Yeong Song’s Future

    Q: What do you imagine Yeong Song’s life will be like after the final episode?

    A: I believe Yeong Song won’t change significantly. He and Beom Ja will continue to complement each other and grow together. With Beom Ja leading the way, their beautiful love story will unfold. Perhaps Yeong Song will learn to live life more fully under her guidance.

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  • BTS’s Jungkook Makes History Again as ‘Seven’ Enters Spotify’s Top 90 Most-Streamed Songs — The ONLY Asian Song on the List

    BTS’s Jungkook is once again proving his global power, setting another huge record on Spotify! His solo debut song "Seven" has officially entered Spotify’s Top 90 most-streamed songs of all time, making him the ONLY Asian artist on the list!

    On March 14 (KST), "Seven" reached an insane 2,251,263,698 streams, landing at No. 89 on Spotify’s all-time most-streamed songs chart.

    What makes this even more impressive?
    Jungkook is the only Asian artist in the Top 90!
    "Seven" has surpassed major global hits like Charlie Puth’s "We Don’t Talk Anymore", Sam Smith’s "I’m Not The Only One", and Maroon 5’s "Payphone"!

    Jungkook’s "Seven" has been breaking Spotify records left and right, proving its status as a global mega-hit:


    Fastest song in Spotify history to reach 100M, 900M, 1B, and 1.1B streams!
    First K-pop solo song to chart on Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global chart for 600 days!
    Longest-charting song by an Asian solo artist on Spotify’s Weekly Top Songs Global chart (86 weeks and counting!)!

    And let’s not forget—back in January 2025, "Seven" ranked No. 11 on Spotify’s list of Most-Streamed Songs of the 2020s, proving its long-lasting popularity!

    Even with new music constantly being released, "Seven" continues to dominate charts and break records.

    Fans worldwide are celebrating Jungkook’s unstoppable success, and with his influence only growing stronger, everyone is waiting to see what he does next!

    "Jungkook is rewriting history! No one can match his impact!"
    "He’s carrying K-pop on his back! The only Asian artist in the Top 90? Insane!"
    "‘Seven’ is a masterpiece and deserves all the success!"

    With Jungkook continuing to set new records, what do you think his next big achievement will be?

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