Hallyu star Jo In Sung recently held a successful fan meeting in Japan, further cementing his international fame.

On the 10th, Jo In Sung hosted a fan meeting dubbed '2024 Joyful Day with Jo In Sung' at Japan's Shinagawa Intercity Hall.

The event was a delightful occasion where he interacted closely with his Japanese fans.

Tickets for the fan meeting sold out instantly upon release, highlighting his robust popularity. The event held special significance as it was Jo In Sung's first fan gathering in Japan since a fan club 10th-anniversary dinner party in July 2018.

His genuine love for his fans was palpable throughout the event.

The fan meeting revolved around the theme of 'Jo In Sung's Joyful Day.' He made a grand entrance and greeted fans in Japanese, kicking off a memorable and sweet rendezvous.

The first segment, a 'gallery date,' featured photos from Jo In Sung's everyday life, allowing him to share updates about his recent activities.

During the 'theater date' segment, fans voted for 'Dusik' from 'Moving' as their favorite character from his films 'Mogadishu', 'Smuggling', and the Disney Plus original 'Moving'. '

Jo In Sung also shared behind-the-scenes anecdotes from each project, adding to the fun atmosphere. He revealed exclusive details about 'Smuggling', set to premiere in Japan this summer, piquing fans' interest.

The next part of the date was themed around 'Unexpected Business', a restaurant concept. Jo In Sung humbly reacted when a scene from season 1 of 'Unexpected Business', where he gets emotional while making crab ramen, was chosen as the most touching moment by fans.

He also shared various cooking tips and secrets behind his popular dishes from 'Unexpected Business'.

The fan meeting was made even more special by the surprise appearance of actor Im Ju Hwan, which Jo In Sung did not anticipate. Im Ju Hwan explained that he wanted to return the surprise to Jo In Sung, who had previously shown up unexpectedly to support him and other junior actors like Kim Woo Bin.

The atmosphere was further elevated with various 'game dates' with fans. Jo In Sung personally descended to the stage to answer fans' questions, receiving enthusiastic cheers.

Throughout the fan meeting, Jo In Sung showcased his warm and consistently cheerful demeanor, solidifying his status as a true Hallyu icon.

After the two-hour fan meeting, Jo In Sung held a farewell event to bid adieu to the fans, making it a dreamlike day and reciprocating the love of his fans.

In other news, Jo In Sung's film 'Smuggling' is slated for release in Japan on July 12th.

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Actress Kang Ye Won got emotional as she opened up about why she took a break from broadcasting and why she’s finally giving love a chance.

On the March 3 episode of tvN STORY’s Can I Love Now?, Kang Ye Won made her debut as a new participant looking for romance.

During the broadcast, she revealed that negative online comments had deeply affected her. "I used to cry all the time reading comments. I get hurt easily. What might be a small wound for others feels like a huge blow to me," she shared, expressing the stress she faced from malicious remarks.

She also admitted that at one point, she wanted to leave everything behind. "I kept thinking, ‘How long do I have to keep working this hard?’ and it became overwhelming."

She added, "At one point, I thought, ‘I should just quit everything and move to the countryside,’ and that idea actually gave me peace," she confessed.

When it came to dating, Kang Ye Won shared that she had always been content watching others fall in love.

"It never worked out for me. I wasn’t the type to ask for introductions either. I just found comfort in living as an observer. Maybe it’s my fate. I’m fearful, and I lack courage. If I feel like someone might hurt me, I block them out from the start," she admitted.

However, the actress revealed that she ultimately joined Can I Love Now? for her father. "My dad was born in 1943. He had me late in life, and his health isn’t great."

She added, "I realized that if I continue living alone like this, I won’t be able to give my parents any hope until the moment they pass away," she said with tears in her eyes. "My perspective on life has changed. I no longer think just about myself, but about my parents."

Kang Ye Won’s heartfelt confession touched many viewers, leaving fans rooting for her to find happiness.

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