BTS member Jungkook has once again proven his global superstar power by making history on the 2024 Billboard Year-End Charts!

On December 15, Billboard officially revealed its 2024 Year-End Charts, and Jungkook’s achievements left everyone in awe.

His first solo album "GOLDEN" secured the 80th spot on the main album chart, "Billboard 200," while ranking 10th on "Top Album Sales" and 9th on "Top Current Album Sales," showcasing his incredible popularity.

Jungkook also ruled the "Global 200" chart, which ranks songs based on streaming and downloads worldwide. His solo hit "Seven" came in at 15th, "3D" at 129th, and "Standing Next To You" at 36th.

On the "Global Excl. U.S." chart, "Seven" made it to 7th place, "Standing Next To You" ranked 17th, and "3D" took the 78th spot.

His success didn’t stop there! "Standing Next To You" ranked 5th on Billboard’s "Digital Song Sales" chart, reflecting his strong sales in the U.S.

Meanwhile, his tracks "Please Don’t Change" and "Closer to You" landed at 21st and 22nd on the "Dance/Electronic Digital Song Sales" chart.

Jungkook also claimed high spots in various artist categories:

• 60th on "Top Artists,"
• 81st on "Hot 100 Artists,"
• 64th on "Billboard 200 Artists,"
• 14th on "Global 200 Artists,"
• 8th on "Global Excl. U.S. Artists,"
• 9th on "Top Album Sales Artists,"
• and an impressive 3rd on "Digital Song Sales Artists."

What makes this even more historic? Jungkook is the first Asian solo artist to enter the Top 10 of both the "Global Excl. U.S. Artists" and "Top Current Album Sales" charts.

He also made history by debuting on the "Billboard 200 Artists" chart and achieving the highest record for an Asian soloist on "Digital Song Sales Artists."

Adding to his milestones, Jungkook is the first K-pop solo artist to appear on all three major Billboard Year-End charts: "Hot 100 Artists," "Billboard 200 Artists," and "Top Artists."

With achievements like these, Jungkook continues to shine as a global force, making K-pop history with every step. Fans can’t wait to see what more he’ll achieve next!

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NewJeans has made waves after announcing their decision to terminate their exclusive contract with their agency, ADOR.

Now, the group is taking matters into their own hands by directly reaching out to global luxury brands to negotiate ambassador contracts. However, this bold move is raising concerns and sparking controversy in the entertainment industry.

According to sources on December 18th, NewJeans recently attempted to contact luxury watch brand O, negotiating a two-party contract through their manager A, who is still affiliated with ADOR.

This move came after NewJeans declared the end of their contract with ADOR on November 29th. Insiders claim that NewJeans began bypassing their agency, reaching out to advertisers on their own with the help of ADOR staff.

In an interview, Manager A revealed, "I conveyed NewJeans' intention to continue fulfilling their advertising contracts as planned, even after the contract termination." This admission sparked controversy, as it implied that NewJeans was trying to negotiate directly with advertisers, which may violate the terms of their previous agreement with ADOR.

During their press conference announcing the termination of their contract, NewJeans assured the public that they would continue with their scheduled events and advertisements, with the full support of ADOR.

However, it seems that the group may have gone behind ADOR’s back to pursue a deal with brand O, which could result in legal issues.

Legal experts have pointed out that these actions could potentially be seen as a breach of the exclusive contract, warning that it may lead to serious consequences for NewJeans in any future legal disputes. In addition to brand O, it was reported that NewJeans also attempted to directly approach another luxury brand through a different manager, B, who left ADOR.

As the situation continues to unfold, ADOR has taken action. Manager A has been placed on standby, and ADOR has informed brand O that any direct contract with NewJeans could be seen as a violation of their agreement. The agency has also told other potential advertisers that all deals involving NewJeans should be coordinated through ADOR.

The ongoing drama has left many fashion brands cautious about working with NewJeans. Sources say that brands, once eager to sign the group for major ambassador deals, are now reconsidering their options.

One industry insider commented, "NewJeans was a group that had a lot of potential, but with this situation, it’s hard to say if brands will take the risk. It’s a shame because they were on track to be as big as BLACKPINK."

As confusion continues to grow, many are questioning if NewJeans’ "self-independent" move will hurt their reputation in the fashion world. The group's popularity is undeniable, but the risks associated with bypassing their agency might cause some brands to think twice.

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