Actor Byeon Woo Seok has clinched the number one spot in the star brand reputation rankings for June.

On June 30th, the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute revealed, "Based on big data analysis from May 30th to June 30th, the rankings are as follows: Byeon Woo Seok takes first place, followed by Lim Young Woong in second, and BTS in third."

They added, "SEVENTEEN, IU, Kim Soo Hyun, Ailee, Yoo Jae Suk, Ryu Hyun Jin, TWICE, IU, aespa, Kim Yeon Kyung, Cha Eun Woo, Baek Jong Won, BLACKPINK, Lee Chan Won, Chun Woo Hee, Young Tak, Lee Hyori, Kim Hye Yoon, LE SSERAFIM, Red Velvet, Girls' Generation, BIBI, Kim Ha Sung, Kim Jong Kook, Son Heung Min, Lee Byung Hun, and Park Bo Gum also made the list."

Director Gu Chang Hwan from the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute commented, "In our June 2024 star brand reputation analysis, Byeon Woo Seok's brand has secured the top position. Byeon Woo Seok has established himself as a trendsetter with a strong following."

He added, "Lim Young Woong, in second place, continues to set records with a dedicated fanbase that positively influences his brand. BTS, ranking third, remains highly engaged with fans globally through their members' solo music releases. "

He concluded, "Meanwhile, SEVENTEEN at fourth place strengthens their global presence, and IU's brand at fifth expands as a beloved and fortunate icon."

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At the 2024 Asia Artist Awards (AAA), actress Jang Da Ah had a moment she’ll never forget, as her sister, Jang Wonyoung, proudly handed her the Newcomer Award on stage, making the event even more special for both of them.

The ceremony, which took place on December 27th at the IMPACT Challenger Hall 1-2 in Bangkok, Thailand, was co-hosted by Ryu Junyeol, Jang Wonyoung, and Seong Hanbin. But it was the touching moment between the two sisters that stole the show.

As Jang Da Ah received her award from Wonyoung, she expressed her gratitude, saying, "It’s such an honor to be here in front of all the senior artists and viewers. I’m so thankful to my parents for raising me and to everyone involved in my journey, including the Pyramid Game drama crew and Star News. I know I still have a lot to learn, so I will continue working hard to improve."

Watching her sister speak, MC Jang Wonyoung shared her own thoughts: "I’m so happy to be the one to hand this meaningful award to my sister. I know our parents must be so proud watching us from wherever they are."

The sisters' appearance together at the AAA 2024 excited fans, as it’s rare to see the two together at such a big event.

Jang Da Ah made her acting debut in 2023 with a lens advertisement and officially launched her acting career in February 2024 with the drama Pyramid Game. Despite being new to the industry, she’s already receiving a lot of praise for her strong debut.

Meanwhile, the AAA 2024 was one of the biggest global events of the year, with top artists and actors gracing the stage.

Performances in the music category included artists like NewJeans, LE SSERAFIM, Suho, NCT 127, and many others. In the acting category, stars like Kim Min, Park Min Young, Byeon Woo Seok, and Joo Won also appeared, making the night shine even brighter.

The event, organized by MOTIVE PRODUCTION and BOX LIVE and broadcast live on multiple platforms, truly celebrated the best of both music and acting in Asia.

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