Actor Yoon Jong Hoon has officially signed an exclusive contract with YK Media Plus, marking an exciting new chapter in his career.

On January 17, YK Media Plus CEO Son Young Gyun shared his excitement about working with the talented actor, saying, "We are thrilled to have Yoon Jong Hoon on board. His delicate and nuanced acting skills have truly impressed us. We will fully support him as he explores new opportunities in his career."

Yoon Jong Hoon has been in the spotlight since his debut in 2013 with the drama Monstar. Since then, he has built a solid reputation with memorable roles in hit dramas like Reply 1994, Emergency Couple, The King Loves, Return, Find Me in Your Memory, Sh**ting Stars, the Penthouse series, The Escape of the Seven, and The Resurrection of the Seven. His ability to bring complex characters to life has made him one of the most respected actors in the industry.

In Penthouse, Yoon Jong Hoon’s portrayal of Ha Yoon Chul, a neurosurgeon with a tortured soul, earned him widespread praise for his layered and powerful performance. More recently, in The Escape of the Seven and The Resurrection of the Seven, he took on the role of Yang Jin Mo, a character driven by ambition and power. His portrayal of the morally conflicted antagonist left a lasting impact on viewers.

Reflecting on this new partnership, Yoon Jong Hoon expressed his excitement, saying, "I’m happy to be working again with the company that supported me when I was just starting out in my career."

YK Media Plus, known for its comprehensive entertainment approach, manages a wide range of talent, including actors like Song Chang Eui, Kim Gyu Seon, Yoo In Young, and Jeon Jin Oh. With this partnership, fans are eager to see what’s next for Yoon Jong Hoon as he continues to rise in the industry.

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BTS's Jimin has proven once again why he's one of the most popular idols in the world, breaking another incredible record in the global popularity poll!

For the second week of January 2025 (January 6 - January 12), Jimin took the top spot in the global K-pop idol popularity poll 'KDOL,' receiving an impressive 43,121,505 hearts. This marks his 179th consecutive week at #1, showing his powerful and dedicated fanbase.

With a total of 17,761,518,872 hearts, Jimin remains in the Hall of Fame, keeping a massive 5.4 billion heart lead over second place. His reign at the top continues, further cementing his position as one of the biggest K-pop stars of all time.

As of January 17, Jimin holds the following records:

• Most accumulated votes: 17,761,518,872
• Most daily rankings at #1: 1,191 times
• Most weekly rankings at #1: 179 times
• Most monthly rankings at #1: 39 times
• Most daily votes: 2,686,681,922
• Most weekly votes: 2,749,178,562
• Most monthly votes: 3,066,876,445
• Most votes on his birthday: 2,686,681,922
• Longest streak at #1 in daily rankings: 61 days

Jimin also holds 9 Hall of Fame titles, showcasing his unmatched popularity and consistency.

The global K-pop idol popularity voting app, KDOL, is used in countries like the U.S., Japan, Southeast Asia, and Korea, where fans vote in real-time. Votes from daily, weekly, and monthly rankings are combined to decide who stays on top.

Also, Jimin’s ad, based on his impressive monthly KDOL ranking from November, can be seen at Sadang Station in Seoul until January 17, further showing his worldwide influence.

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