• BTS Jin’s “The Astronaut” Dominates Shazam Japan Charts for 11 Days Straight

    BTS Jin has shown incredible popularity by topping Shazam's Japan charts for 11 days in a row. His solo debut single, "The Astronaut," led Shazam’s 'Japan TOP 200' chart from July 30 to August 9, marking an impressive 344 days at number one overall.

    Since its release, "The Astronaut" has been a chart-topper multiple times, first reclaiming the top spot on April 5 and again on June 7. It held the number one position for four days in June and five more days later that month, showcasing its streaming strength.

    As of August 22 at 6 AM, "The Astronaut" has achieved over 17.08 million Shazams, reinforcing its status as a 'Shazam King.' Jin’s previous solo track, "Yours," has also surpassed 13.42 million Shazams, making Jin the only artist with two tracks over 13 million Shazams.'

    Upon its release, "The Astronaut" also made a big splash on Shazam’s 'Global TOP 200,' topping the chart for a record-breaking 129 days.

    This surpasses the previous record of 102 days set by "Yours," marking the longest time at number one in K-pop history.

    Jin remains the first and only K-pop solo artist to have two solo tracks reach number one, and his 60-day consecutive record highlights his global impact.

    As of August 22, "The Astronaut" has amassed over 483.42 million streams on Spotify and continues to lead Argentina’s 'Top 40 Kpop' chart for 94 weeks.

    Released on October 28, 2022, and created in collaboration with Coldplay, "The Astronaut" remains a beloved track as it nears its two-year anniversary, continuing to break records and attract global attention.

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  • TWICE’s Nayeon Snags a 4 Billion Won Dream Home in Gangnam—The Same Luxury Building Where Yoo Jae Suk Lives

    TWICE's Nayeon has made a huge real estate move, purchasing a luxury home worth a whopping 4 billion won in Nonhyeon-dong, one of the most prestigious areas in Gangnam, Seoul!

    According to a recent report from Herald Economics, Nayeon bought a high-end apartment at the Brighton N40 complex in May of last year for 3.94 billion won.

    The 128.15㎡ unit is located in this luxurious building, which was completed in 2022 and boasts five buildings with impressive amenities.

    Just five days after finalizing the deal, Nayeon reportedly leased out the unit with a deposit of 2.8 billion won, meaning she paid the remaining 1.1 billion won gap herself.

    The building’s triple security system ensures top-notch privacy, and world-renowned architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte designed its stunning architecture and landscape.

    What’s more, Nayeon isn’t the only celebrity to call the Brighton N40 home! The building has also attracted other big names like Yoo Jae Suk, who purchased the penthouse, and celebrities such as SEVENTEEN's Hoshi, actress Han Hyo Joo, Oh Yeon Seo, and INFINITE's L.

    It seems like the Brighton N40 is the ultimate place to live for top-tier stars!

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