Ju Ji Hoon, starring in 'Project Silence' shared his reasons for taking on his role. On the 8th, the press screening for 'Project Silence' was held at CGV Yongsan I-Park Mall in Seoul. Director Kim Tae-gon and actors Ju Ji Hoon, Kim Hee Won, Park Hee Bon, and Kim Soo An attended, discussing their experiences.

'Project Silence' follows the intense struggle for survival amidst collisions in dense fog and the release of uncontrollable military experimental dogs on the collapsing Airport Bridge.

Ju Ji Hoon portrays the Rex driver 'Jo Bak,' aiming for a fresh transformation. He brings a unique visual appeal and charm, showcasing playful interactions with his dog companion 'Jodi,' a first in his career.

Explaining his choice to join 'Project Silence' Ju Ji Hoon remarked, "The fast-paced storyline and intense thrill were captivating. Playing a character with depth was exciting." Addressing his radical transformation, he added, "Some call it breaking the mold, but I don't limit myself to that."

He continued, "If a character adds value to the story, I'm eager to take on the challenge without hesitation. I'm grateful for directors trusting me across different genres in dramas and movies." He concluded, "Humans are complex beings, and portraying 'Jo Bak,' who prioritizes survival instincts, was a compelling journey."

'Project Silence' hits theaters on the 12th of this month.

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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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