This summer, actor Jo Jung Suk is taking over the theaters.

His films 'Pilot' and 'Land of Happiness' are leading the booking rates. As of 1 PM on August 10th, 'Pilot' is at 20.8% and 'Land of Happiness' is at 12.6%, ranking first and second respectively, according to the Korea Film Council’s ticketing system.

The success of these films reflects the high trust and positive word-of-mouth from audiences about Jo Jung Suk.

In 'Pilot,' Jo Jung Suk plays Han Jeong Woo, who finds new work and navigates through funny and emotional moments after a big career change.

His mix of comedy and emotional acting has made 'Pilot' a top pick for family summer films and a strong contender for the box office.

'Land of Happiness,' set to open on August 14th, focuses on the 1979 presidential assassination trial. Jo Jung Suk’s powerful and moving performance in the film’s advance screenings has earned it the second spot in booking rates.

Jo Jung Suk continues to prove his acting skills with these standout performances, solidifying his place as a top box office draw.

Despite his busy schedule, Jo Jung Suk will be on the YouTube show 'Fairy Jae Hyung' at 5 PM on August 11th and on JTBC’s 'Newsroom' at 6:30 PM, connecting with his fans.

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Kim Jae Joong couldn’t hold back his tears as he experienced an emotional moment with his father.

On April 4, the KBS 2TV show "New Menu Launching: Pyeon Restaurant" aired a heartwarming episode where Kim Jae Joong, the youngest of nine siblings, threw a special celebration for his parents’ 60th wedding anniversary.

The star took charge of everything—planning, organizing, and hosting the event—as a grand gesture to show his gratitude for everything his parents had done for him and his siblings.

Kim Jae Joong rented a luxurious banquet hall at a five-star hotel for the celebration. He made sure to select food that would please all of his family, including his parents and siblings.

With his large family in attendance, the venue was filled with love and joy. Kim Jae Joong’s nine siblings all bowed deeply to thank their parents for raising them, showing immense respect and love.

As his father saw all of his children gathered in one place, he couldn’t help but express his pride, saying, “Are all these really my children?” But his emotions quickly took a turn as he shared his feelings of regret. “I feel sorry that I couldn’t do better for you, I’m sorry I couldn’t do as much as others did. But I’m so thankful that you all grew up so well,” he said, with tears starting to form in his eyes.

It was the first time Kim Jae Joong had seen his father cry. Overcome with emotion, he said, “I know my father’s life very well, so I couldn’t help but cry too.” The entire family shared in the tears, shouting, “We love you, Dad,” creating an unforgettable moment that moved everyone to tears.

The touching episode aired on April 4 at 8:30 PM, showing viewers the deep love and gratitude Kim Jae Joong and his siblings have for their parents.

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