The ranking of TV search responses in the third week of December has been announced, drawing attention from K-drama viewers.

On December 22nd, Good Data Corporation, a TV-related hot topic research institute, released its list of “Top 10 keywords for drama TV search responses/search issue keywords (week 3 of December)”. Good Data Corporation announces TV topics and search responses every week based on the results of netizens’ search for TV programs, drama casts and related issues on the portal site.

According to the list, BLACKPINK Jisoo (JTBC’s “Snowdrop“) topped the “Top 10 keywords for drama casts”.  JTBC’s Saturday-Sunday drama “Snowdrop” tells the love story of Suho (Jung Hae-in), a prestigious university student who suddenly jumps into the dormitory of a women’s university, and female college student Youngro (Jisoo), who hides and takes care of Suho amidst the serious surveillance and crisis. 

Following Jisoo were actor Lee Jun Ho (MBC’s “The Red Sleeve“), actor Lee Joon Hyuk (SBS’s “Our Beloved Summer“), Song Hye Kyo (SBS’s “Now We Are Breaking Up“), Park Eun Bin (KBS’s “The King’s Affection“), Soo Ae (JTBC’s Artificial City)…

Meanwhile, the “Top 10 drama TV search reactions” released on the same day were, in ranking order, MBC’s “The Red Sleeve”, tvN’s “Bulgasal: Immortal Souls”, JTBC’s “Snowdrop”, KBS2’s “Young Lady and Gentleman”, SBS’s “Our Beloved Summer”…

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NewJeans' Minji touched fans' hearts with a handwritten letter on her birthday — even while the group is currently unable to promote due to legal issues.

On May 7, Minji celebrated her birthday by sharing a heartfelt message on the group’s personal SNS account, which the members opened themselves to stay connected with fans.

Minji began her letter with honesty, writing, “I think I’m living a busier life than I expected. When I finally looked up, it was already May, and it was my birthday.”

She admitted that she had a lot she wanted to say, but her thoughts felt “messy.” Still, her message to fans was clear, “I just hope that I, our members, and Bunnies can all be happy. Happiness is the biggest goal in my life.”

Minji then opened up about her personal journey and struggles, saying, “I sometimes think that running toward my happiness by doing what I love might look foolish to others. But isn’t giving up your happiness now for the sake of a future that might not even come… too harsh on yourself?”

Despite everything, she ended on a hopeful note, “I really miss the times when we shared our feelings through the good music we made together. But I always look forward to what’s ahead."

She added, "We didn’t stop here, and we’re not going to stop! It might look like we’re standing still, but I believe we’re growing deeper.”

Her message comes during a difficult time for NewJeans. The group announced last year that they were cutting ties with ADOR, their original agency, after trust was broken. They later began working independently under the new name ‘NJZ’.

However, ADOR responded with legal action — claiming the exclusive contract with NewJeans was still valid and asking the court to stop the group from promoting or signing deals.

The court sided with ADOR and granted an injunction, forcing NewJeans to pause their activities. Their appeal was rejected, and they’ve now filed a second appeal.

Through it all, Minji’s message proves one thing — even when forced to stop, NewJeans' hearts are still moving forward.

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