Lea Salonga, the world-famous musical actress, recently opened up about her admiration for BTS's V, catching the attention of fans everywhere.

On August 30, Salonga appeared on the Philippine arts program "State of the Arts," where she shared how V won her heart.

Lea Salonga is a huge name in musical theater, known for winning both a Tony Award on Broadway and a Laurence Olivier Award in the UK. She's also the voice behind Disney hits like "A Whole New World" from Aladdin and "Reflection" from Mulan.

Salonga explained, "During the pandemic, my friend and I bonded over our love for BTS, especially V. But the moment that really got us was in 'Dynamite' when the camera zoomed in on V, and he brushed his hair back with that intense look." She said that was the moment she fell for him.

She continued, "That moment was just… irresistible. V isn't just a singer—he's a communicator, a storyteller, and an actor. He completely captivated me. It wasn't just a simple 'come here'—it was like he had me in a chokehold."

Salonga has shown her love for V in many interviews. In July, when asked who her favorite BTS member was, she quickly replied, "V, V is my ultimate favorite!" She's mentioned V as her favorite several times before.

In a previous interview, she praised V, saying, "I couldn't take my eyes off V's solo focus cam. Every move he makes has a purpose. He knows how to command the stage, and it's incredible. Truly incredible."

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Hyun Bin is finally addressing the long-standing "ddongcha" (poop car) theory surrounding his character from My Name is Kim Sam-soon—and he's not holding back!

In an interview on the 19th with Star News, the beloved actor confessed, "I was wrong," responding to the reevaluation of his iconic role as Hyun Jin-heon from the 2005 hit drama. The "ddongcha" theory has been a subject of online debate for years, with many viewers critiquing Hyun Jin-heon’s character as overly arrogant and entitled.

Hyun Bin, who first rose to fame in My Name is Kim Sam-soon, took the time to reflect on the character that made him a household name. He shared, “I was just following the script; there were no personal opinions added to the character of Hyun Jin-heon. At that time, I knew Hyun Jin-heon was portrayed as a ‘bad boy,’ and the way it was expressed was different from today’s standards.”

With My Name is Kim Sam-soon now being re-released as part of Wavve's "New Classic" project, fans are revisiting the 2005 drama, and the character of Hyun Jin-heon is under fresh scrutiny. Director Kim Yun-cheol even admitted that the "prince on a white horse" and "bad boy" tropes that once worked in 2005 don’t quite match today's sensibilities, leading to edits in the 2024 version.

Hyun Bin humbly acknowledged his gratitude for his successful career and hit works, saying, "It’s wonderful and I am grateful to have so many hit works. I’ve been fortunate to work with amazing writers, directors, and actors. Thanks to them, I’ve received a lot of attention and love." He also shared a sense of humility, noting, “But I never know when that luck will come again."

Despite the dramatic shift in perspective on his character, Hyun Bin’s charm and dedication remain strong. Fans are eager to see him in his upcoming film Harbin (directed by Woo Min-ho), set to be released on the 24th.

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