Kim Soo Hyun and Jo Bo Ah are teaming up for the highly anticipated Disney+ series Knock Off, set to premiere in 2025.

In this exciting new show, Kim Soo Hyun plays 'Kim Seong Jun,' a man whose life is upended by the IMF crisis. From an ordinary office worker, Kim Seong Jun rises to become the king of the global counterfeit market.

The series will see Kim Soo Hyun stepping into the role of a mastermind who, after losing his job, enters the world of counterfeiting and climbs to the top of the 'Samul Market,' a major counterfeit hub.

Kim Soo Hyun, known for hits like Queen of Tears and It’s Okay to Not Be Okay, is expected to deliver another standout performance as the cunning and ambitious Kim Seong Jun. His role as the ultimate counterfeit boss promises to showcase his incredible acting skills.

Jo Bo Ah, recognized for her roles in Tale of the Nine-Tailed and Military Prosecutor Doberman, joins Kim Soo Hyun as 'Song Hye Jung,' a dedicated judicial police officer tasked with controlling counterfeiting. She also happens to be Kim Seong Jun's former lover, setting up a tense and thrilling dynamic between the two.

The series teases a dramatic and action-packed storyline, with intense chase scenes and a complex relationship between Kim Seong Jun and Song Hye Jung. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see the chemistry between Kim Soo Hyun and Jo Bo Ah in their first collaboration.

Directed by Park Hyun Seok, known for The Thief: The Sound of the Sword and Secret Forest 2, and written by Han Jeong Hoon, famed for Bad Guys and 38 Task Force, Knock Off promises high-quality storytelling and excitement.

With its talented cast and creative team, Knock Off is set to be a major hit on Disney+ in 2025, bringing a captivating and unique story to global audiences.

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BTS's Jin continues to shine bright with his massive popularity, securing the No. 1 spot in the MY1PICK weekly rankings for an impressive 43 consecutive weeks!

In the MY1PICK K-POP Individual Category Weekly Ranking for the third week of December (December 16–22), Jin earned a massive 6,154,905 hearts, keeping his position at the top. From the 5th week of February to the 3rd week of December, Jin has been unbeatable in the weekly rankings, proving he has an enormous fanbase and global influence.

But Jin’s achievements don’t stop there. In November, he dominated the K-POP Individual Category Monthly Ranking, topping it with 25,452,283 hearts. He has held the No. 1 spot for 11 months straight, from January to November, showing his continuous popularity throughout the year.

Jin also claimed victory in the One Pick Chart’s “November Monthly Chart K-POP (Solo)” category, holding the No. 1 position for 8 months in a row, from April to November. On top of that, he won the 2024 Season Chart K-POP (SOLO) for both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, making him the best One Pick star of the season.

The Season Chart awards honor artists who have consistently earned love from fans, with a physical trophy given to the top artist. Jin’s back-to-back victories solidify his place as one of the most beloved stars in K-pop.

Jin’s fan power doesn’t end with rankings. He’s also triumphed in numerous themed votes, taking first place in categories like “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of,” “Star You Want to See First Pitch at a Baseball Game,” “Best Cooking Genius Idol,” “Star Who Would Be the Best Child,” and “Star You Would Fall in Love With at First Sight.” His reward advertisement for the “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of” vote began airing on December 26 and can be seen at Yeoksam Station until December 30.

Meanwhile, Jin’s first solo album Happy was released on November 15 and quickly became a global hit, showcasing his talents as a solo artist. He held a special showcase, Jin ‘Happy’ Special Stage, on November 16 and 17, where fans were captivated by his beautiful vocals and flawless live performance.

Jin has also been keeping busy with appearances on popular variety shows like Salon Drip 2, Neighborhood Star K4, and Limousine Service. He’s also appeared on famous American talk shows, including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and Japan’s top music program Venue 101, where he impressed fans with his humor and solid live performances. His reputation as the “Vocal King” and “Live King” is stronger than ever!

As if that wasn't enough, Jin is also gaining attention globally for singing the main theme song for the new tvN drama Ask the Stars. Jin's talents continue to wow the world, and it's clear he's not slowing down anytime soon!

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