• ILLIT’s ‘Magnetic’ Stays Strong for 20 Weeks on Billboard Charts, Sets Record for 5th Generation Girl Groups

    ILLIT’s debut track is making waves by staying on major U.S. Billboard charts for an impressive 20 weeks.

    As of August 13, Magnetic, the title track from ILLIT’s mini-album, holds 35th place on the ‘Global (excluding the U.S.)’ chart and 63rd on the ‘Global 200.’ This marks 20 weeks of solid performance on these charts.

    ILLIT's success is notable, as Magnetic also appeared on Billboard's Hot 100 (April 20) and the UK’s Official Singles Top 100 (April 5), a rare feat for a K-pop debut track.

    This achievement highlights ILLIT’s standout presence among 5th generation girl groups and showcases their growing global influence.

    The track is also performing well on Spotify, ranking 145th on the ‘Weekly Top Songs Global’ chart (August 8), where it has remained for 20 weeks.

    Domestically, Magnetic continues to impress. It’s ranked 12th on Melon and Genie weekly charts (August 5 to August 11) and 13th on Bugs, showing a steady rise on all three charts.

    ILLIT also recently showcased Magnetic at the ‘NHK MUSIC EXPO 2024’ in Japan on August 11, further boosting their international profile.

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  • Suzy to Play Heartbroken Flight Attendant Who Breaks Up with Yoo Ji Tae in New Film 'Seven O'clock Breakfast Meeting for the Brokenhearted' — Here's What We Know!

    Actress and singer Suzy is set to bring heartache to the big screen in her upcoming film Seven O'clock Breakfast Meeting for the Brokenhearted.

    On January 13th, the production team behind the film revealed that Suzy, along with Lee Jin Wook, Yoo Ji Tae, and Geum Sae Rok, will star in the emotional story.

    The movie is based on the novel of the same name and follows characters dealing with the pain of breakups and the struggles of moving on.

    Suzy will play Sa Kang, a flight attendant who falls in love with someone she can’t have. Her character's journey is deeply connected to her breakup with Jeong Su, portrayed by Yoo Ji Tae. The heart-wrenching breakup promises to showcase Yoo Ji Tae’s emotional depth in his role.

    Lee Jin Wook will take on the role of Ji Hoon, a consultant and professional lecturer, while Geum Sae Rok will play Hyun Jung, a teacher who has been in a long-term relationship with him. Their characters explore the reality of long-term love and its ups and downs.

    The movie also boasts a stellar supporting cast, with veteran actors like Jeon Hye Jin, Bae Jong Ok, Lee Seong Wook, Park Se Jin, Lee Ga Seop, Jeon Seok Chan, and Mi Ram, who will share their own stories of love and life.

    Directed by Lim Sun Ae, known for her work on 69 Years Old and Love at the End of the Century, the film is expected to delicately explore the emotional experiences of its characters.

    Seven O'clock Breakfast Meeting for the Brokenhearted began filming on December 29th and is scheduled for release in theaters later this year.

    Fans are eagerly waiting to see Suzy's portrayal of heartbreak and the complex emotions that come with love.

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