• "Is She Really a Beginner Driver?" IVE's Ahn Yujin Becomes a Top Driver After 150km on 'Beep Beep'

    IVE's Ahn Yujin, the 'MZ Wannabe Icon,' has proven herself as the best driver on 'Jirakyi's Beep Beep.'

    In the final episode of the tvN variety show 'Jirakyi's Beep Beep,' aired on the 21st, Ahn Yujin completed her journey to becoming an amazing driver.

    During the episode, Ahn Yujin warmed up by dancing before a sudden music quiz began during dinner. The quiz had a penalty for the loser, who had to complete a mission set by the production team the next day.

    This sparked Ahn Yujin's competitive side. She showed her wide music knowledge by performing cover dances of songs from various idol generations, including Sechs Kies's 'Pomsaeng Pomsa,' Red Velvet's 'Umpah Umpah,' and BSS's 'Fighting.'

    She even cutely complained to the production team, saying, "It's supposed to be a place for harmony and fun, but no one is clapping."

    Ahn Yujin took the wheel again the next morning. She had driven a total of 150km from the first day to the last, and her members praised her, saying, "We're used to Yujin driving now," and "It's so smooth."

    Unlike her nervousness on the first day, she showed her growth as a top driver by confidently giving way to oncoming traffic on narrow roads.

    After completing the last drive between a brunch cafe and their accommodation, Ahn Yujin remarked, "When I hear 'HEYA,' I’ll think of Gapyeong. If I think of Gapyeong while performing on music shows, I might cry," expressing her sadness at the trip's end.

    Ahn Yujin wrapped up the trip with her members by doing the 'HEYA' challenge. Carried by Lee Youngji, she grabbed everyone's attention with her lively introduction and led the group in a playful dance battle with Lee Youngji and Mimi.

    She completed the challenge perfectly, even casually involving PD Na Youngseok, and wrapped up all the filming for 'Beep Beep.'

    Meanwhile, IVE, the group Ahn Yujin belongs to, is currently meeting global fans through their first world tour, 'SHOW WHAT I HAVE' (IVE THE 1ST WORLD TOUR 'SHOW WHAT I HAVE').

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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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