BTS’s Jimin continues to shine on the global stage! He was recently named one of The Hollywood Reporter’s "Music Platinum Players," a prestigious list highlighting top musicians around the world.

In the newly released feature, Music Platinum Players: 25 Stars Lighting Up the Culture, from Beyoncé to Chapel Roan, Jimin shares the spotlight with music icons like Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, and Sabrina Carpenter.

The Hollywood Reporter praised Jimin’s musical success, noting, "Though he is currently fulfilling his military duties and not active in promotions, his release MUSE charted at No. 2 on Billboard’s 200, one of the main charts."

Jimin made history as the first K-pop artist to have two albums—FACE and MUSE—reach No. 2 on the Billboard 200. His achievements don’t stop there. The title track from MUSE, Who, debuted at No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped both the Global 200 and Global (excluding the U.S.) charts, cementing his status as a global pop sensation.

Jimin’s solo career, launched as part of BTS’s Chapter 2, has been met with widespread acclaim. The New York Times named him the only music artist in their "20 Firsts That Happened in 2023" list, celebrating his record-breaking No. 1 debut on the Billboard Hot 100 as the first Korean soloist. CNN also weighed in on his impact, saying, "While the BTS members have embarked on solo projects, none have achieved as much success as Jimin."

Jimin’s track Like Crazy was also spotlighted by GRAMMY.com in their "15 K-pop Songs That Defined 2023" list, with the outlet commending his artistic growth and versatility through standout collaborations. "Jimin’s latest work reflects personal introspection and reveals a new musical identity," they remarked, calling him the "main pop boy."

Even while serving in the military, Jimin’s influence in the music world remains stronger than ever. With his solo projects continuing to receive international recognition, fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the stage!

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie recently shared a fun conversation with her mom, revealing her mother’s unexpected reaction to her becoming a Chanel ambassador!

On March 13, a video was uploaded to the YouTube channel "Study King Genius Hong Jin Kyung." In the video, Hong Jin Kyung visited Jennie’s office.

Since Jennie had previously mentioned that Hong Jin Kyung always makes her laugh, she greeted her warmly with a big hug.

During their chat, Hong Jin Kyung shared a personal story, saying, "My daughter Rael went all the way to the U.S. to watch BLACKPINK at Coachella, but she got scammed when buying tickets. So, she couldn’t see BLACKPINK and ended up crying her eyes out." Jennie reacted with surprise and sympathy.

As they got to know each other better, Jennie decided to call her mom to ask about her prenatal dream. However, her mom didn’t answer right away, so Jennie joked, "She’ll call back later."

Jennie also opened up about her childhood, saying, "I had a strong sense of style from a young age. I loved fashion. I was a really obedient child, but when it came to school, I insisted on wearing what I wanted."

She then talked about her experience studying alone in New Zealand for five years, starting at age nine. "I think it was a crucial experience that helped shape who I am today," she shared.

When the topic of her Chanel ambassadorship came up, Jennie said, "It’s a brand I work with, but since I’ve been with them for so long, they feel like family."

Later, Jennie’s mom finally returned her call. When Jennie asked, "What was my prenatal dream?" her mother replied, "A really big tiger… ah, it caught a carp." Jennie laughed and said, "I think Mom is confused too."

But the moment that caught everyone’s attention was when Jennie asked how her mom felt about her being a Chanel ambassador. Her mother simply said, "Ah, it’s over."

Hong Jin Kyung then joked, "Does that mean it's now my daughter's era? It’s over?"—causing everyone to burst into laughter.

Later, Hong Jin Kyung playfully suggested playing a traditional Korean game with Jennie and made a hilarious request: "Jennie, when you go to Paris, I want to carry your bag. With my own money. But I’ll just bring a tiny camera and follow you a little. I won’t go inside Chanel."

After Hong Jin Kyung won the game, Jennie kept her promise and said, "See you in Paris (in October)," leaving fans excited for what’s next!

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