Actor Kwak Dong Yeon recently took some time to reflect on his part in the tvN weekend series 'Queen of Tears' in a sit-down interview in Seoul.

The drama revolves around the rollercoaster of love between Hong Hae In (played by Kim Ji Won), a third-gen heiress of a massive company, and Baek Hyun Woo (played by Kim Soo Hyun), the heir of a supermarket empire.

In the show, Kwak Dong Yeon brings to life the character of Hong Soo Cheol, the younger sibling of Hong Hae In.

Starting off with a carefree attitude, Soo Cheol gradually grows into a committed husband and stepdad to his wife Cheon Da Hye (played by Lee Joo Bin) and her son.

Wrapping up the drama, Kwak Dong Yeon expressed his gratitude, saying, "This project was the longest I've ever been a part of. It was quite the journey."

He gave a shoutout to the supportive crew and seasoned actors for making the experience enjoyable and leaving him with unforgettable moments.

Talking about his character's depth, Kwak Dong Yeon shared, "Soo Cheol is a multi-layered guy. Despite his occasional goofiness, his love for his family always shines through."

He revealed that he put thought into Soo Cheol's appearance, opting for a more traditional look that matched his character's personality.

To get into character, Kwak Dong Yeon took cues from successful businessmen like Steve Jobs to give Soo Cheol a professional vibe.

He even went the extra mile with his physical transformation, shedding some weight to authentically portray his character's emotional journey.

With the final episode airing on April 28 KST, Kwak Dong Yeon's portrayal of Soo Cheol, peppered with comedic moments, played a significant role in the drama's success.

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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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