• Dex Asks IVE’s Jang Wonyoung About Age Gaps in Dating—Her Calm Reaction Surprises Him

    Dex recently had a fun and lighthearted chat with IVE's Jang Wonyoung, who is nine years younger than him, during an episode of Dex's Fridge Interview.

    On January 16, the YouTube channel 117 uploaded the episode titled "Everything About Wonyoung From the Stars," featuring Jang Wonyoung as the special guest. The two shared laughs and talked openly in a cheerful atmosphere.

    As soon as Jang Wonyoung entered the studio, Dex couldn’t hide his excitement, saying, "It felt like a strawberry was walking toward me."

    He continued with sweet compliments, adding, "Even though it's winter, the energy Wonyoung brings feels like spring."

    Dex went on to reveal, "Someone I know told me, ‘Jang Wonyoung is different,’ and now I understand. You’re truly extraordinary.”

    The two guests, born in different generations (Dex in 1995 and Jang Wonyoung in 2002), joked about their age gap. When Dex mentioned the generational differences, Wonyoung reassured him, saying, “I actually like making friends with older people, like older sisters or people older than me.”

    Taking a bold turn, Dex jokingly asked, “What’s the age limit for dating up?” Wonyoung, staying composed, laughed and said, “That’s such a funny question.” Dex, clearly amused, admitted, “I was hoping you’d be flustered, but you’re not fazed at all!”

    Dex also revealed that he put extra effort into his appearance for the episode. “I tried to look as young as possible today, so I wore glasses,” he confessed.

    Wonyoung playfully complimented him, saying, “They suit you well.” Blushing, Dex replied with a big smile, “Really?”

    Meanwhile, IVE is gearing up for their official comeback. On January 13, they pre-released "Rebel Heart," the title track from their third EP, IVE EMPATHY. Fans can look forward to the full album release on February 3!

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  • BTS's Jimin Breaks Records AGAIN by Staying #1 in Global Popularity Poll for 179 Weeks - His Fandom Is Unstoppable

    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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