In the latest episode of SBS's drama "Connection," aired on the 21st, viewers were left on the edge of their seats as Ji Sung rushed to an empty telephone booth after Jeon Mi Do received a shocking clue, culminating in an emotional outburst.

The 9th episode, written by Lee Hyun and directed by Kim Moon-kyo, maintained its top spot with a nationwide rating of 9.1% (8.9% in Seoul), peaking at 11.2%. This marks the drama's fifth consecutive week as the most-watched weekend show, with a strong performance among viewers aged 20-49.

In this episode, Jang Jae-kyung (Ji Sung) intensified his pursuit of Jung Yoon-ho (Lee Kang Wook), suspecting his involvement in the Im Myung-guk case. However, tensions rose when Kang Si-jeong (Ryu Hye Rin) stirred trouble, prompting Jung Yoon-ho to flee, complicating the investigation.

Amidst the turmoil, Jang Jae-kyung and Oh Yoon-jin (Jeon Mi Do) delved deeper into the mysteries, uncovering connections that could unravel the entire case. The drama intensified with revelations about past ties and unexpected alliances, keeping viewers hooked.

The episode also highlighted the emotional complexities of the characters, including a poignant moment when Choi Ji-yeon (played by Choi Ji Yeon) revealed a deeply personal connection, leading to heartfelt reactions from the cast.

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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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