BTS's Jungkook has once again shown his incredible global influence with his first solo documentary film, Jungkook: I Am Still. According to The Numbers, a site that tracks box office numbers, the film made over $11.65 million (about 15.3 billion KRW) worldwide in just 11 days, from September 18 to September 29.

Even though it's a personal documentary, Jungkook: I Am Still pulled in more than $3.12 million (about 4.1 billion KRW) in North America alone, showing just how popular Jungkook is as a global star.

The film topped box office charts in many countries after its release. In the first three days, it ranked 9th at the North American box office and debuted at No. 1 in Brazil. It also ranked 9th in Germany, 2nd in Mexico, 10th in Egypt, and 6th in Thailand. In Italy, it took 4th place on its first day, and in Venezuela and Colombia, it placed 1st and 3rd, respectively.

In South Korea, the film debuted at 5th on the daily box office chart on September 18, setting a record for the highest first-day earnings for a K-pop idol's concert film or documentary. By October 2, the audience count had reached 39,440.

Jungkook: I Am Still follows Jungkook’s journey over eight months, from releasing his first solo single "Seven" in July last year to preparing and finishing his first solo album Golden in November. The documentary includes performances, behind-the-scenes moments, and never-before-seen interviews, filmed in cities like New York, London, and Seoul.

The film also shares Jungkook's rise as a global superstar since going solo last year. Even in his 12th year since debuting, Jungkook’s hard work and passion for delivering top-notch music and performances are front and center in the documentary.

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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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