• Urban Zakapa's Jo Hyun Ah Shares Concert Struggles on "Radio Star", "I Want to Go to the Bathroom"

    Urban Zakapa's Jo Hyun Ah opened up on "Radio Star" about her concert challenges, admitting she feels overwhelmed when "that song" plays, revealing her inner struggles.

    As curiosity mounts about the song triggering Jo Hyun Ah's turmoil, Kim Gura offered practical advice that led to laughter.

    During the July 3rd episode of MBC's "Radio Star," themed "Mad Max Angry Stage," guests Ok Ju-hyun, Ahn Hyun-mo, Jo Hyun Ah, and Seunghee joined the lively conversation.

    Jo Hyun Ah, previously known for her appearance on "Radio Star" as the "Mad Painter," prepared for her spotlight with amusing anecdotes. She shared her evolved dancing skills confidently, joking, "I've gotten so good at dancing, it's not even funny anymore," sparking interest.

    Reflecting on her early days of fame, Jo Hyun Ah recalled awkward moments like being mistaken as "Urban Zambaka" or even an alpaca by foreigners. She humorously expressed relief at gaining confidence while entering broadcasting stations after becoming well-known. Kim Gura empathized, quipping, "That's practical. Hurry to the bathroom!"

    Jo Hyun Ah delved into the selfish origins of hit songs, jokingly remarking, "I consider others, but when it comes to lyrics, composition, and arrangement, I want all the credit." She even treated the audience to an impromptu performance of her solo comeback track "I'll Give You," prompting Yoo Se-yoon to jest, "Isn't this the same as my mom's gifs?"

    Known for her distinct voice and clear-eyed gaze, Jo Hyun Ah revealed anecdotes from her daily life, including being mistaken for a man due to her husky voice for over a decade. She also surprised everyone by revealing her sister's profession, which matches her unique vocal characteristics.

    Jo Hyun Ah recently made headlines for ending her popular YouTube show "Thursday Night with Jo Hyun Ah," which amassed nearly 700,000 subscribers in just a year and a half. She candidly shared her reasons, mentioning interview fatigue and recalling memorable moments with guests like Suzy. She also joked about her viral "front teeth fluttering" video, imitated by stars like Kim Soo-hyun, Park Bo-gum, and Byun Woo-seok.

    During MBC Radio's "Starlit Night" segment, "Star Night Show-off," Jo Hyun Ah expressed her fondness for MBC Radio, playfully admitting, "It feels like they might give me work, but they're playing hard to get." She humorously confessed her affection for MBC, sending out a playful love call that brought laughter to the set.

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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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