As BTS's Jin gears up for his discharge in just four days, he's already making waves on global charts, hinting at an exciting comeback.

Jin's debut solo track, 'The Astronaut,' soared to the top of the 'Deezer Top Songs Jamaica' chart on the 7th, setting the stage for his solo journey.

His solo hits, like 'Super Tuna' at 3rd place, 'Tonight' at 4th, 'Epiphany' at 5th, 'Yours' at 6th, and 'Abyss' at 7th, collectively clinched six spots in the TOP10, showcasing his musical prowess.

Last June, 'The Astronaut' also ruled the 'Top 100 Philippines Deezer Chart' and had already claimed the 1st spot on the 'Top 100 Jamaica Deezer Chart.'

Additionally, it was featured as the top track on the playlist 'BEST OF K-POP 2022' curated by Deezer K-POP editors, solidifying its widespread popularity.

Simultaneously, 'The Astronaut' ascended to the top of the Hanteo Physical Album Chart on the same day, setting the stage for Jin's upcoming solo endeavors post-discharge.

From 'Super Tuna' to 'Epiphany,' Jin's solo repertoire, including collaborations like 'It's Definitely You' from 'Hwarang' sung with V, has consistently smashed records on various charts, showcasing his significant musical impact and global reach.

With his striking visuals and exceptional talent, Jin is poised to shine as a prominent solo artist, leaving fans eagerly anticipating his diverse solo ventures post-discharge.

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Actor Song Kang Ho shocked fans by revealing the surprising reason he initially turned down the iconic role in Joint Security Area (JSA).

On February 4, the movie JSA was celebrated as a "Visionary" work at a special GV (Guest Visit) event for CJ ENM’s 30th anniversary at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. The event was attended by director Park Chan-wook and stars like Song Kang Ho, Lee Byung Hun, Lee Young Ae, Kim Tae Woo, and Ko Kyung Beom, who shared stories from the making of the film.

Joint Security Area, a groundbreaking film by director Park Chan-wook, tells the story of North and South Korean soldiers caught in a tragic incident at the border, highlighting the human side of the divided nations. The film has been widely praised for changing the perception of inter-Korean relations and is seen as a key moment in Korean cinema.

During the event, Song Kang Ho admitted that he turned down the JSA script at first, saying, "The script was just too perfect. It was so well-written and tightly woven that I couldn’t believe it. I thought, ‘Is this really Korean cinema at this level?’ I felt it was too good, and I figured the movie wouldn’t live up to the script."

He also mentioned that at the time, Park Chan-wook’s previous films hadn’t done well, which made him even more doubtful. "But after meeting the director, I started to trust him," Song Kang Ho added.

Reflecting on the film 20 years later, Song Kang Ho joked, "I was flipping through channels and watched JSA again. I thought, ‘There was a time when I wasn’t envious of Lee Byung Hun,’ but he looked so handsome and cool back then." He continued, laughing, "One thing about Park Chan-wook's films is that they have a depth and elegance that you just can’t forget. It’s probably why his new movie is called I Can’t Help It."

Song Kang Ho also spoke fondly of reuniting with his JSA co-stars after 25 years. He shared, "We didn’t watch the film together, but we had a cozy two-hour dinner. After all this time, it felt nostalgic. It was heartwarming to sit together again and reminisce about the past. It really made me realize how meaningful these moments are."

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