TvN's romantic-comedy "Lovely Runner" (also known as "Run Away With Sun-Jae On Piggyback") recently wrapped up its finale, captivating audiences with its unique time-slip storyline penned by the acclaimed True Beauty screenwriter Lee Si Eun. Starring Byeon Woo Seok as Ryu Sun Jae and Kim Hye Yoon as Im Sol, the drama has garnered attention for its intriguing narrative.

The show's second male lead, Kim Tae Sung, portrayed by Song Geon Hee, emerged as a fan favorite amidst the series' popularity.

However, in a candid interview with The Fact, Song Geon Hee disclosed that he had contemplated stepping away from acting, nearly putting a halt to his career.

He revealed experiencing a slump following his appearance in the 2023 K-Drama "Joseon Attorney: A Morality," marking his twelfth project since his debut in 2018.

"After 'Joseon Attorney: A Morality,' I felt shattered. I experienced burnout and was consumed by various thoughts. I contemplated taking a break from work," Song Geon Hee confessed.

Yet, the portrayal of Kim Tae Sung in "Lovely Runner" sparked a change within him. He reflected, "Meeting Tae Sung altered my perspective.

As filming progressed, I realized my inner calmness. The idea of taking a break gradually dissipated."

Expressing gratitude for the love and support garnered from "Lovely Runner" and its fans, Song Geon Hee expressed his aspirations for the future, hoping to continue honing his craft and repaying the viewers' support through his future endeavors.

"If given the opportunity, I aspire to continue striving in my career. Concurrently, I aim to cherish my time as a 28-year-old,"

Song Geon Hee remarked. "To the viewers who showered me with love, thanks to your unwavering support for my character Kim Tae Sung, I have gained significant motivation. While uncertain about future projects, I pledge to reciprocate your support by immersing myself in diverse characters once again."

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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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