BTS's Jin has been named the top star who seems like a filial son or daughter, highlighting his strong popularity!

In a poll themed around "Filial Sons and Daughters" conducted by MY1PICK from September 17 to 21, Jin received an impressive 716 votes, capturing 58% of the total. As a result, his video advertisement will be featured in a building near Gangnam Station in Seoul from October 23 to 27.

Jin is well-known for his kindness and thoughtful nature, often expressing his love for his parents since his debut. He has shared that his father took him on many trips when he was younger, helping him learn different sports.

BTS members have also talked about how Jin enjoys long, loving phone calls with his mother, showing the close bond he has with his family. This warm relationship has earned him the title of "Model Citizen."

As a solo artist, Jin has proven his popularity and influence by winning various polls on MY1PICK. He not only topped the weekly rankings but also dominated the monthly charts, reinforcing his status as a global superstar. Jin achieved an impressive 30 consecutive weeks at number one in the "K-POP Individual Weekly Ranking" on MY1PICK.

Additionally, he claimed first place in several themed polls, such as "Star That Feels Like Home," "Star You Can't Help But Fall for at First Sight," and "Star Whose Glasses Fit Perfectly."

On September 21, the Korea Corporate Reputation Research Institute also announced that Jin ranked first in their September brand reputation analysis for boy group members based on big data. Since his return from military service in June, Jin has topped the boy group brand reputation three times, marking a grand "Return of the King."

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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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