'Queen Woo', the new TVING original series, has taken the top spot on the 'Today's TVING TOP20' chart as of August 30.

The historical action drama, starring Jun Jong Seo, Kim Mu Yeol, and Ji Chang Wook, follows 'Queen Woo' as she battles various factions to establish a new king within 24 hours after the sudden death of the king.

While the series has been a hit, it has faced some controversy. Critics have pointed out that the costumes in the teaser and stills look similar to traditional Chinese attire, raising questions about historical accuracy.

In response, the producers clarified, “The series is a reimagined version based on historical figures. We consulted experts and used verified historical documents.”

The Part 1 episode, which aired on August 29, showed Queen Woo Hee (Jun Jong Seo) grappling with the power struggle after the king’s death.

The series adds intrigue with the story of Woo Hee continuing her role through the tradition of 'hyeongsa chwi su hon' (where a younger brother marries his older brother's wife after his death).

Ji Chang Wook’s action-packed scenes and quick scene transitions have heightened the drama’s intensity. Viewers commented, “The battle scenes are epic,” “The actors have great chemistry,” and “The chase scenes are thrilling.”

However, some critics have taken issue with the series' level of exposure. The show has drawn attention for its bold depiction of female nudity. Notably, a scene featuring Woo Hee’s sister, Woo Sun (played by Jung Yu Mi), and a same-sex high priest has sparked debate.

Jung Yu Mi addressed the controversy at the 'Queen Woo' press conference on August 27, saying, “I felt some pressure, but I believed the scene was important for the story. After deciding to proceed, I worked closely with the team and gave it my all.”

Despite the praise and interest, some viewers have criticized the series for being too explicit, calling it “unnecessary” and “over the top.”

Part 2 of 'Queen Woo' is set to release on September 12.

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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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