• Lee Ji Hoon Engages with Japanese Fans as 'Under Your Bed' Hits Theatres

    Exciting news for fans of actor Lee Ji Hoon as his film 'Under Your Bed' makes its debut in Japan!

    Originally premiered domestically in December last year, 'Under Your Bed' hit Japanese theaters on May 31st, captivating audiences with its intriguing narrative.

    Lead actor Lee Ji Hoon, alongside director Sabu, graced the stage at Cinema Shinjuku in Tokyo for a special greeting event held on May 31st and June 1st, coinciding with the film's release in Japan.

    'Under Your Bed' delves into themes of deficiency and obsession through the complex relationships of its three central characters.

    Directed by renowned filmmaker Asato Mari, the film is a remake of the eponymous novel and marks director Sabu's first foray into Korean cinema, following his acclaim at international film festivals.

    During the event, Lee Ji Hoon shared his admiration for director Sabu, affectionately describing him as a mentor figure, stating, "He is like a warm father figure to me. I enjoyed working on the film with director Sabu. I want to work on all of director Sabu's future projects again."

    Expressing gratitude to the audience, he added, "It felt like a dream to see the poster in the movie theater. I am grateful to everyone who came to watch the movie."

    For fans eager to catch 'Under Your Bed,' the film is also available on various OTT platforms including Watcha, Wavve, Tving, and Coupang Play.

    As Lee Ji Hoon continues to captivate audiences with his talent, fans can anticipate his upcoming project, 'Bachelor's Apartment,' as he continues his active career trajectory.

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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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