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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It’s official—Good Partner is getting a second season!

On April 3, 2025, SBS confirmed the exciting news that Good Partner will return for Season 2.

However, fans will have to wait a little longer for more details as the production is still in its early stages.

SBS revealed, “While the production for Season 2 has been confirmed, the broadcast schedule, filming dates, and cast have not been finalized. We are still in discussions.”

Good Partner originally aired last September, and it quickly became a fan favorite. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (played by Jang Na Ra), a seasoned divorce lawyer, and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri (played by Nam Ji Hyun), who is new to handling divorce cases.

The series was a hit, with a peak viewership rating of 17.7% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide households).

Both Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun were praised for their performances, with Jang Na Ra receiving her first acting award after 23 years in the industry at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, and Nam Ji Hyun taking home the Best Acting Award.

Now, with the news of Good Partner Season 2, fans are eagerly wondering if the original cast will return. Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun reprise their roles, or will new faces join the team? Lee Jong Suk, a close friend and fellow actor of Jang Na Ra, has expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series and fully supports his friend's success.

As discussions continue, fans are keeping their fingers crossed for the return of their favorite characters.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated season.

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