Actor Jo In Sung has been chosen as the new brand ambassador for Johnnie Walker.

On August 19th, Diageo Korea, the company behind the world's top-selling Scotch whisky brand, Johnnie Walker, announced their decision to select Jo In Sung as the ambassador. The actor, known for his 26-year career in the entertainment industry, has recently gained attention for his roles in the Disney+ drama Moving and films like Escape from Mogadishu and Smugglers.

Diageo Korea shared that they picked Jo In Sung because his versatile charm and timeless sophistication align perfectly with the premium quality of Johnnie Walker. His dedication to taking on new challenges, even at the height of his acting career, mirrors the brand's "Keep Walking" spirit, making him an ideal representative.

Johnnie Walker offers a range of whisky labels, including Blue, 18, Green, Gold, Double Black, Black, Blonde, and Red, catering to various tastes and occasions. The "Johnnie Walker Blue" is particularly famous for its exceptional quality, created by blending rare whiskies, with only one out of every 10,000 casks selected. This careful selection process results in a smooth and unique flavor.

Kim Jwa-hyun, Marketing Director at Diageo Korea, expressed excitement about the collaboration, saying, "We are thrilled to have Jo In Sung, who continues to push boundaries as an actor, join us as the new face of Johnnie Walker. We expect great synergy between his wide-ranging appeal and the diverse labels of Johnnie Walker, which can be enjoyed in various settings."

Fans can look forward to seeing brand content featuring Jo In Sung starting from August 22nd.

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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo shared a surprising story from her trainee days!

On January 29, the latest episode of Dex’s Fridge Interview was released on YouTube. During the chat, Dex asked Jisoo if she ever rebelled or broke the rules as a trainee. She confidently replied, “Not at all. The only rebellion I had as a trainee was eating.”

Dex then jokingly imitated her younger self, saying, “I’m perfect, so why are they telling me not to eat? I’m going to eat tteokbokki!”

Jisoo laughed and admitted, “Actually, I was really chubby back then. They kept telling me to lose weight, but I always said, ‘No, I need to eat. I like myself chubby.’”

She even recalled a moment with YG Entertainment’s founder, Yang Hyun Suk:
“The boss told me to lose weight, and I responded like that. He just walked away, thinking, ‘She’s a weird one.’ I literally said, ‘No! I like myself chubby!’”

Jisoo then revealed that after she debuted, she naturally lost weight. She added, “Later, after I debuted and naturally lost weight, he was like, ‘You didn’t lose weight when I told you to, but now that you debuted, you did.’”

Fans are loving Jisoo’s confidence and honesty! Meanwhile, her full interview on Dex’s Fridge Interview is now available on YouTube.

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