BTS's Jimin has once again claimed the title of the most popular Korean male idol in 2024, as chosen by Japanese fans, proving his massive and unwavering popularity!

In the 2024 Year-End Summary! Korean Male Idol Popularity No. 1 survey, conducted by the Japanese Hallyu media outlet Danmee, Jimin secured the top spot with an impressive 2,508 votes. This marks his second consecutive year at number one, following his victory in 2023.

Jimin’s dominance in Japan is undeniable, and his popularity continues to soar with no signs of slowing down!

Earlier in the year, Jimin also triumphed in the "November K-Pop Male Idol Popularity Contest" with a record-breaking 3,335 votes, marking an incredible 21 consecutive months at number one. His consistent success highlights his strong and lasting impact on fans across Japan.

The survey, aimed at reflecting the voices of K-pop fans, took into account various factors like Jimin's activities in Korea, his brand reputation (BRAND REPUTATION_INDEX), his monthly mentions on X (formerly Twitter), and related articles and music videos from Danmee. A total of 28 well-known K-pop male idols were featured in the survey.

He also ranked 53rd on the Billboard Japan Artist 100, 47th on the Streaming Chart, and 42nd on the Album Chart, further proving his immense influence in Japan.

Jimin’s popularity in Japan isn’t just based on surveys—his solo work continues to dominate! His second solo album MUSE and its hit song "Who" charted at 70th on the Billboard Japan Hot 100 as of January 8, marking an impressive 23 consecutive weeks on the chart.

On top of his musical achievements, Jimin’s solo exhibition The Truth Untold: Fanne Gruit IN JAPAN has been a huge hit. Since opening in Tokyo on January 10, the exhibition has captured the attention of fans, showcasing his solo album activities, stage costumes, props, and trophies.

The exhibition has even been featured on Japan's Fuji TV, further fueling excitement for Jimin's work.

Jimin’s reign as the top Korean male idol in Japan is far from over, and his growing success is setting new standards for K-pop idols worldwide.

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Kim Jae Joong couldn’t hold back his tears as he experienced an emotional moment with his father.

On April 4, the KBS 2TV show "New Menu Launching: Pyeon Restaurant" aired a heartwarming episode where Kim Jae Joong, the youngest of nine siblings, threw a special celebration for his parents’ 60th wedding anniversary.

The star took charge of everything—planning, organizing, and hosting the event—as a grand gesture to show his gratitude for everything his parents had done for him and his siblings.

Kim Jae Joong rented a luxurious banquet hall at a five-star hotel for the celebration. He made sure to select food that would please all of his family, including his parents and siblings.

With his large family in attendance, the venue was filled with love and joy. Kim Jae Joong’s nine siblings all bowed deeply to thank their parents for raising them, showing immense respect and love.

As his father saw all of his children gathered in one place, he couldn’t help but express his pride, saying, “Are all these really my children?” But his emotions quickly took a turn as he shared his feelings of regret. “I feel sorry that I couldn’t do better for you, I’m sorry I couldn’t do as much as others did. But I’m so thankful that you all grew up so well,” he said, with tears starting to form in his eyes.

It was the first time Kim Jae Joong had seen his father cry. Overcome with emotion, he said, “I know my father’s life very well, so I couldn’t help but cry too.” The entire family shared in the tears, shouting, “We love you, Dad,” creating an unforgettable moment that moved everyone to tears.

The touching episode aired on April 4 at 8:30 PM, showing viewers the deep love and gratitude Kim Jae Joong and his siblings have for their parents.

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