Kim Dong Jun recently opened up about his acting journey and his dedication to his latest role in Goryeo-Khitan War. In a video on Ji Suk-jin's YouTube channel, Ji Pyeonhan Saesang, Kim Dong Jun shared his experiences, including how he prepared for his role as King Hyeonjong.

During the video, Kim Dong Jun revealed that he met the director of Goryeo-Khitan War just a month after his military discharge. Filled with energy and passion, he volunteered to shave his head for the role, saying, “I wanted to make my mark on the world.” He also mentioned losing 7kg before filming, which impressed the director and played a part in casting him.

Kim Dong Jun also reflected on his career, acknowledging that despite winning Best Actor at the 2023 KBS Drama Awards, he feels there’s still more for him to learn. "I still need to work harder," he admitted, showing his continuous drive to improve.

Looking ahead, Kim Dong Jun expressed his interest in exploring different genres, especially wanting to play a villain in a noir film. “I have an image that makes me seem upright, but I’m not really like that,” he said, showing his eagerness to take on new challenges in acting.

One of the lighter moments came when he talked about being compared to actress Han Ga In. Although he's never met her in person, he shared how her husband, Yeon Jung-hoon, once told him, “I know what people mean when they say that.” Kim Dong Jun added with a laugh, “I feel a bit sorry about the comparison, and I haven’t reached out because it feels a little presumptuous.”

Kim Dong Jun's passion for acting and his willingness to step out of his comfort zone were clear throughout the conversation. His dedication to his craft and desire to keep growing make him a star to watch.

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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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