tvN’s When the Stars Gossip is off to a sizzling start! The new “SF Romance” drama starring Lee Min Ho and Gong Hyo Jin has captivated viewers with a steamy bed scene and a thrilling space journey, setting the stage for what promises to be a game-changing series.

The premiere episode, which aired on January 4, saw Lee Min Ho’s Gong Ryong and Gong Hyo Jin’s Eve Kim embarking on a life-changing journey to space. With the spaceship G.O-10 safely landing in orbit, the show quickly captured attention, making it the talk of the town.

The series hit impressive ratings right out of the gate, reaching an average of 3.8% in the Seoul metropolitan area and peaking at 5%. Nationwide, it garnered a 3.3% average rating and a 4.6% peak, easily topping cable and satellite channels in its timeslot (according to Nielsen Korea).

From the moment Gong Ryong, an obstetrician-turned-space tourist, entered the spotlight, the drama pulled viewers in with its quirky mix of romance, drama, and sci-fi thrills.

However, it was the passionate bed scenes between Lee Min Ho and Gong Hyo Jin that set social media ablaze, leaving fans eager for more. Their chemistry was undeniable, and the intimate moments gave viewers a glimpse into the complex emotional journey their characters are about to take.

The show’s unique premise—a space office drama set in the vastness of space—brings fresh excitement. As Gong Ryong and Commander Eve Kim navigate life beyond Earth, unexpected challenges and emotional stakes keep the audience on the edge of their seats.

The stunning visuals of space and zero-gravity scenarios add a captivating element to the drama, making every moment feel larger than life.

Lee Min Ho’s performance as the troubled Gong Ryong, paired with Gong Hyo Jin’s commanding presence as Eve Kim, elevates When the Stars Gossip into something truly special.

The opening episode’s success is just the beginning, and with ratings on the rise and the intense chemistry between the leads, fans can’t wait for more.

Catch the next episode tonight January 5th at 9:20 PM to see how the journey continues in the stars.

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BTS’s Jimin is once again proving his global dominance, especially in Japan, where his solo music continues to break records!

Jimin's hit song "Who", from his second album MUSE, has just been awarded the prestigious Gold streaming certification from the Japan Record Association (RIAJ).

This honor comes after "Who" surpassed a remarkable 50 million streams in February, making it the first solo song by Jimin to receive this certification in Japan!

The Japan Record Association certifies music based on total streams, with Gold for 50 million streams, Platinum for 100 million, and Diamond for a massive 500 million.

This achievement adds another significant milestone to Jimin’s growing solo career.

Previously, Jimin also earned a Platinum certification for his first album FACE (for 250,000 units shipped) and a Gold certification for MUSE (for over 100,000 units shipped).

With the Gold streaming certification for "Who", Jimin now holds a total of three prestigious certifications from the Japan Record Association, solidifying his place as a solo artist.

Not only that, but "Who" made waves on the Billboard charts, staying on the Billboard Hot 100 for an impressive 33 weeks, setting a record for the longest-charting K-pop solo song! It also spent 32 weeks on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, showing just how much love fans have for his music.

Jimin’s solo success doesn’t stop there, as GOLDEN also spent 20 weeks on the Billboard Japan Hot Albums chart, and Jimin continues to dominate the Billboard Japan Artist 100, where he has now charted for 47 weeks! Clearly, Jimin’s popularity is unstoppable!

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