BTS's Jin has been named the top 'Gourmet Star,' highlighting his reputation as a culinary expert.

In a recent survey by Exciting DC, held from September 1 to September 7, Jin took first place in the question, "Which gourmet star suits the essence of a cooking advertisement?" He received 20,444 votes out of a total of 72,368, capturing 31.01% of the votes to secure the top spot.

The survey revealed that Jin’s key charm was 'Reliable and Trustworthy,' which received 89% of the support. 'Romantic' and 'Healthy Image' were also noted, each with 3% support.

Jin has been known for his cooking skills since his trainee days, often preparing meals for his BTS members. He has built a strong reputation as a gourmet.

Jin showcased his culinary talents on variety shows like Please Take Care of My Refrigerator and recently impressed viewers on It’s a Relief to Rest with his cooking using freshly harvested seafood.

Jin has also topped several other surveys, including 'Trendy Star for Samsung Fold 6 Advertisement,' 'Idol with Diverse Charms for Tanghulu and Yoa Jeong Advertisement,' 'Idol with a Luxurious Aura for Boucheron Advertisement,' and 'Idol with Fresh Charm for Knitwear Model.'

His consistent success in these polls highlights his unique and outstanding popularity.

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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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