BTS Jungkook’s birthday on September 1 was marked by a heartwarming blood donation campaign organized by Filipino fans, continuing their tradition of spreading kindness for the third consecutive year.

The Philippine Red Cross shared on their official account that Jungkook’s fan group, Jungkookies, once again made a big difference with their "Golden X Unity: United to Save Lives" blood donation drive.

Held on August 24 at the PRC Logistics and Multipurpose Center, the campaign collected an impressive 143 units of blood between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. This year's drive brings the total number of blood units collected over three years to 401.

The Philippine Red Cross applauded the fans, noting, "The event celebrating Jungkook’s 27th birthday was a testament to compassion and community spirit. Fans turned their love for Jungkook into a life-saving initiative, showing that fandoms can be a powerful force for good."

Beyond the blood donation, Jungkook’s Filipino fanbases, 'Golden Alliance Philippines' and 'JK Daily,' teamed up with the HERO Foundation to provide school supplies to families of fallen soldiers in Mindanao.

Another fanbase, 'JK Voting Team,' donated in Jungkook’s name to the Animal Kingdom Foundation (AKF), which rescues and rehabilitates abused animals.

Jungkook’s fan account 'JK Sinner' contributed essential school supplies and nutritious meals to 55 students at an orphanage in Cebu, adding to the birthday celebrations in a meaningful way.

In Japan, Jungkook’s fan club 'Jungkook Japan' donated 15 million won worth of pork to the Green Umbrella Children's Foundation in partnership with the Korean Pork Producers Association. The international fan club 'Golden JK Universe' also made a difference by donating over $1,000 to four charity organizations worldwide, including the Korean Childhood Leukemia Foundation, the UK Children’s Cancer Foundation, the Mexican Childhood Cancer Association, and the Montevideo Foundation in Uruguay.

Jungkook’s fans continue to make a global impact on his birthday, turning their admiration into actions that truly matter.

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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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