• Former AOA Member Kwon Mina Returns to YouTube and BJ Platforms: "Please Show Your Support"

    Kwon Mina has announced her return to the spotlight through YouTube and broadcasting platforms. On her official fan cafe, Kwon Mina shared her 2024 activity plans, saying, "I’m excited to connect with everyone this year through YouTube and internet broadcasting. We’re working hard to bring something special to our fans, so please continue to support me."

    Kwon Mina also reached out on social media, asking for "lots of attention" from her fans.

    Kwon Mina first gained fame as a member of AOA, debuting in 2012. She pursued acting and singing, appearing in shows like "Queen of Mystery" and "Modern Farmer."

    After leaving AOA in 2019, Kwon Mina revealed in 2020 that she had been bullied by former member Jimin for 11 years, which led to significant controversy and Jimin’s departure from the group.

    Recently, Kwon Mina has faced personal challenges, including being scammed out of 50 million won in a second-hand transaction and another 15 million won through a high-income part-time job scam. The police are investigating these scams.

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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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