Actor Jung Hae In opened up about his personal struggles in a heartfelt episode of You Quiz on the Block, sharing how he faced malicious comments, insomnia, and panic disorder, but ultimately found a way to overcome them.

The special episode, titled "The Greatest Legacy," aired on October 9, featuring guests from various backgrounds, including South Korea’s 5th official calligrapher Yoo Ki Won, and three foreigners who have settled in Korea. Jung Hae In joined the lineup, giving viewers a glimpse into his life beyond the spotlight.

Known for his roles in Something in the Rain and D.P., Jung talked about how his career has spanned 11 years, from his early days as an ‘ideal son’ in dramas to becoming one of the busiest actors today. He also shared how dedicated he was to his first villain role, even avoiding social interactions to stay in character.

But what really caught viewers' attention was when Jung opened up about the darker side of his journey. He revealed that malicious comments took a heavy emotional toll on him, leading to insomnia and panic disorder. "It was a really difficult time for me," Jung admitted. "I struggled a lot because of the negative comments, and it made me feel very anxious."

Despite these hardships, Jung explained how he managed to push through. "It wasn’t easy, but I learned how to cope. I focused on myself, and I didn’t let the comments define me." His openness about overcoming this tough period gave hope to fans who may be going through similar struggles.

Jung also shared lighthearted moments, including funny stories about his mom that had everyone, including the show's host Yoo Jae Suk, laughing. He talked about how his mother’s unique personality shaped him, leaving Yoo Jae Suk to joke, "Why are moms like this?"

In addition to his acting journey, Jung touched on his friendship with fellow actors Kim Soo Hyun and Im Siwan, as well as the buzz surrounding his “government uniform look,” which always seems to catch people’s attention.

Jung Hae In’s candid talk about his challenges and his determination to excel in his craft left a lasting impression on viewers, showing that even stars face struggles, but they can find strength to overcome them.

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BTS's Jin continues to shine bright with his massive popularity, securing the No. 1 spot in the MY1PICK weekly rankings for an impressive 43 consecutive weeks!

In the MY1PICK K-POP Individual Category Weekly Ranking for the third week of December (December 16–22), Jin earned a massive 6,154,905 hearts, keeping his position at the top. From the 5th week of February to the 3rd week of December, Jin has been unbeatable in the weekly rankings, proving he has an enormous fanbase and global influence.

But Jin’s achievements don’t stop there. In November, he dominated the K-POP Individual Category Monthly Ranking, topping it with 25,452,283 hearts. He has held the No. 1 spot for 11 months straight, from January to November, showing his continuous popularity throughout the year.

Jin also claimed victory in the One Pick Chart’s “November Monthly Chart K-POP (Solo)” category, holding the No. 1 position for 8 months in a row, from April to November. On top of that, he won the 2024 Season Chart K-POP (SOLO) for both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, making him the best One Pick star of the season.

The Season Chart awards honor artists who have consistently earned love from fans, with a physical trophy given to the top artist. Jin’s back-to-back victories solidify his place as one of the most beloved stars in K-pop.

Jin’s fan power doesn’t end with rankings. He’s also triumphed in numerous themed votes, taking first place in categories like “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of,” “Star You Want to See First Pitch at a Baseball Game,” “Best Cooking Genius Idol,” “Star Who Would Be the Best Child,” and “Star You Would Fall in Love With at First Sight.” His reward advertisement for the “Star You Want to Collect All Photo Cards Of” vote began airing on December 26 and can be seen at Yeoksam Station until December 30.

Meanwhile, Jin’s first solo album Happy was released on November 15 and quickly became a global hit, showcasing his talents as a solo artist. He held a special showcase, Jin ‘Happy’ Special Stage, on November 16 and 17, where fans were captivated by his beautiful vocals and flawless live performance.

Jin has also been keeping busy with appearances on popular variety shows like Salon Drip 2, Neighborhood Star K4, and Limousine Service. He’s also appeared on famous American talk shows, including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and Japan’s top music program Venue 101, where he impressed fans with his humor and solid live performances. His reputation as the “Vocal King” and “Live King” is stronger than ever!

As if that wasn't enough, Jin is also gaining attention globally for singing the main theme song for the new tvN drama Ask the Stars. Jin's talents continue to wow the world, and it's clear he's not slowing down anytime soon!

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