Actor Lee Yi Kyung has taken the entertainment world by storm in 2025, dominating both the acting scene and variety shows with his incredible talent! Who would have thought that he could surpass big names like Song Hye Kyo? Lee Yi Kyung is unstoppable this year, and fans can’t get enough of his charm.

Starting off January with a bang, Lee Yi Kyung made his return to the big screen in the highly anticipated Hitman 2 (directed by Choi Won Seop) on January 22, and he quickly proved himself as a box office powerhouse during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Hitman 2 is the sequel to the 2020 hit Hitman, which drew in over 2.4 million viewers. The story follows Jun (played by Kwon Sang Woo), a once-successful screenwriter who is wrongfully accused of a terrorist attack based on his new webtoon, setting off a hilarious action-packed adventure.

Lee Yi Kyung reprises his role as Cheol, the ace agent of the National Intelligence Service (NIS), and his performance was nothing short of spectacular. His natural comedic timing, honed from his regular appearances on How Do You Play? on MBC, made him shine alongside senior actors like Kwon Sang Woo and Jung Jun Ho.

Kwon Sang Woo even joked, “By Hitman 5, Lee Yi Kyung will probably be the main lead!” Jung Jun Ho also praised Lee Yi Kyung’s sharp wit, saying, “He’s quick-witted and has so many talents. His role in this movie was crucial!”

Thanks to Lee Yi Kyung’s standout performance, Hitman 2 achieved a major box office feat, becoming a "reverse hit" that surpassed Song Hye Kyo’s The Black Nuns to top the charts. In just eight days, the film surpassed 1 million viewers—an impressive milestone. As of January 30, Hitman 2 has racked up an incredible 1.26 million viewers, making it the first film of the year to reach this milestone.

But it’s not just the movie world where Lee Yi Kyung is excelling. He also took home the Best Male Excellence Award at the 2024 MBC Broadcasting Entertainment Awards on January 28 for his work on How Do You Play?.

Lee Yi Kyung shared his admiration for Korean variety shows, stating, "What’s amazing about Korean variety is how much content they produce every week. I visited the editing room and saw how hard the staff work. I really admire people like Kim Tae Ho and Na Young Seok PD. That’s why Korean variety is so amazing, and I hope viewers continue to be supportive."

With a successful movie release and his award-winning variety show appearance, Lee Yi Kyung has truly become the go-to entertainer of 2025.

The year is only just beginning, and we can’t wait to see what he’ll do next.

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BTS’s Jungkook is just 50 days away from finishing his military service, and fans are beyond excited! The countdown to his discharge has already started, and social media is filled with cheers and messages of support from ARMYs all over the world.

On April 21, at 9 p.m. KST, the hashtag #Golden_Return_Jungkook (황금빛귀환_정국) took over the global trending list on X (formerly Twitter), reaching No. 2 in real-time trends. This was all thanks to a massive online campaign from fans celebrating Jungkook’s D-50 milestone.

Along with the main hashtag, others like #다시빛날_정국의시간_D50, #50DaysToShineJK, and more popped up, showing just how excited everyone is for his return. By the next morning, #황금빛귀환_정국 stayed in the top 10 globally, ranking at No. 6, and fans couldn’t stop expressing their love for Jungkook.

Fans posted messages like, “So excited for the golden pop star’s return,” “Can’t wait for Jungkook’s solo activities after his discharge,” and “Jungkook, let’s take over the world again!” It’s clear they’re not just waiting—they’re preparing for a celebration like no other.

Even while serving in the military, Jungkook’s star power has never dimmed. Last year, he made history with a live broadcast on Weverse that gathered an incredible 20.2 million views in real-time, becoming the platform's most-watched stream ever. His connection with fans only grew stronger, proving that his impact is global.

But it’s not just about his music—Jungkook has also been making a difference with his charitable acts. He donated 1 billion KRW (around 750,000 USD) to support wildfire recovery efforts in Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam. Later in 2023, he donated the same amount to Seoul National University Children’s Hospital, earning admiration for his kindness and positive influence.

For Jungkook, his return isn’t just about leaving the military—it’s the start of a brand new chapter. Fans are already buzzing with excitement, knowing that the next phase of his journey is about to begin.

The countdown to his return is on, and it’s clear that Jungkook’s 50-day wait will only make his grand comeback even sweeter.

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