BTS member J-Hope has once again shown his generosity and big heart by donating 100 million won to the families affected by the tragic Jeju Air plane crash.

On January 2, the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association (led by President Song Pil Ho) revealed that J-Hope’s donation of 100 million won would go directly to supporting the families of those who tragically lost their lives in the crash.

J-Hope expressed his deep sympathy, saying, "When I first heard about the accident, I knew I had to help. I hope my donation can provide some support to the grieving families. My heartfelt condolences go out to them, and to everyone affected by this sorrowful incident."

Known for his kindness, J-Hope is a member of the respected "Hope Bridge Honor's Club", a group of high-profile donors. Last year, he also made contributions to flood relief efforts in 2023.

Shin Hoon, the Secretary-General of Hope Bridge, shared their gratitude, saying, “We are incredibly thankful for J-Hope’s sincere support for the victim families".

They added, "We will make sure his generous donation reaches them in full, bringing warmth and comfort during this difficult time.”

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Actor Song Kang Ho shocked fans by revealing the surprising reason he initially turned down the iconic role in Joint Security Area (JSA).

On February 4, the movie JSA was celebrated as a "Visionary" work at a special GV (Guest Visit) event for CJ ENM’s 30th anniversary at CGV Yongsan I'Park Mall in Seoul. The event was attended by director Park Chan-wook and stars like Song Kang Ho, Lee Byung Hun, Lee Young Ae, Kim Tae Woo, and Ko Kyung Beom, who shared stories from the making of the film.

Joint Security Area, a groundbreaking film by director Park Chan-wook, tells the story of North and South Korean soldiers caught in a tragic incident at the border, highlighting the human side of the divided nations. The film has been widely praised for changing the perception of inter-Korean relations and is seen as a key moment in Korean cinema.

During the event, Song Kang Ho admitted that he turned down the JSA script at first, saying, "The script was just too perfect. It was so well-written and tightly woven that I couldn’t believe it. I thought, ‘Is this really Korean cinema at this level?’ I felt it was too good, and I figured the movie wouldn’t live up to the script."

He also mentioned that at the time, Park Chan-wook’s previous films hadn’t done well, which made him even more doubtful. "But after meeting the director, I started to trust him," Song Kang Ho added.

Reflecting on the film 20 years later, Song Kang Ho joked, "I was flipping through channels and watched JSA again. I thought, ‘There was a time when I wasn’t envious of Lee Byung Hun,’ but he looked so handsome and cool back then." He continued, laughing, "One thing about Park Chan-wook's films is that they have a depth and elegance that you just can’t forget. It’s probably why his new movie is called I Can’t Help It."

Song Kang Ho also spoke fondly of reuniting with his JSA co-stars after 25 years. He shared, "We didn’t watch the film together, but we had a cozy two-hour dinner. After all this time, it felt nostalgic. It was heartwarming to sit together again and reminisce about the past. It really made me realize how meaningful these moments are."

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