• EXO's Chen Warms Hearts with Emotional Performance on 'Begin Again'

    EXO member and solo artist Chen has welcomed the summer with his heartfelt vocals.

    On the 24th, Chen appeared on the 'Begin Again' YouTube channel, followed by his performance on JTBC's 'Begin Again Open Mic' broadcast at 12:10 AM on the 26th.

    'Begin Again Open Mic' showcases musicians' music and stories in everyday settings like old neighborhoods, alley corners with worn footsteps, and rugged workplaces.

    The busking event took place at Incheon 1883 Open Square, featuring top vocalists from Korea, including Chen, Jung In, Ben, and Lim Hanbyul.

    As the youngest in the lineup, Chen performed a new acoustic version of the title track 'Empty' from his recent album 'DOOR.'

    'Empty' is an emotive ballad that explores feelings of loneliness and emptiness, resonating deeply with Chen's sweet and distinctive vocals. Fans from countries like Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Philippines, and Pakistan found solace in Chen's music, enjoying their 'ear-healing time.'

    Reflecting on his performance, Chen humbly shared, "I was quite nervous because it was my first time." He also revealed a personal connection to 'Empty,' mentioning his involvement in writing and composing the song.

    Chen's album 'DOOR,' released last month on the 28th, immediately topped the iTunes Worldwide Album Chart on its debut day.

    It also achieved number one spots on iTunes charts in 26 countries, including Brazil, Chile, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Russia, Spain, and Saudi Arabia, showcasing his enduring popularity. Chen looks forward to engaging further with fans through various upcoming activities.

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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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