Actor Kang Ha Neul is set to lead the new drama 'Your Taste.'

According to SPOTV News on the 27th, Kang Ha Neul will be starring in 'Your Taste' (working title). This new drama is produced by Shortcake and KT Studio Genie, and there's a lot of excitement around it. The casting and production are currently in progress, aiming for a 2025 broadcast.

Kang Ha Neul is a beloved actor known for his amazing performances and charming characters in various dramas and films. His notable works include 'The Heirs,' 'Misaeng,' 'Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo,' 'When the Camellia Blooms,' 'Insider,' and 'Curtain Call.'

He has also starred in movies like 'C'est Si Bon,' 'Twenty,' 'Dongju: The Portrait of a Poet,' 'Midnight Runners,' 'Forgotten,' 'Waiting for Rain,' 'The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure,' and '30 Days.'

Later this year, Kang Ha Neul gain global attention as one of the main actors in the highly anticipated Netflix series 'Squid Game' Season 2. Fans are excited to see what charm he will bring to his new role in 'Your Taste.'

Currently, 'Your Taste' is in discussions about its distribution platform and scheduling.

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BTS’s V has once again shown his massive star power by ranking as the highest K-Pop solo artist on Japan’s prestigious list of 'Top 10 Most Shared Artists on SNS' for 2024!

According to Oricon News, V achieved an impressive 6th place in the 'Most Shared Artists on SNS in Japan' category in the '2024 Annual Rankings' by Spotify Japan. This marks the highest position ever for any K-Pop solo artist on this list, showcasing just how popular V is, even while he is currently on hiatus for his military service.

Spotify Japan’s annual ranking covers various categories like 'Top 10 Most Streamed Songs in Japan' and 'Top 10 Most Streamed Japanese Artists Overseas.' The rankings consider the popularity of artists across major social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Despite being on a break, V stands out as the only K-Pop solo artist to make the list, solidifying his unique presence and influence.

V wasn't the only K-Pop artist to make the list. Boy group ZEROBASEONE also earned a spot, ranking No. 1 on Japan's '2024 Bestselling K-Pop Top 20.' However, V continues to dominate in Japan, holding the title as the highest-ranking Korean celebrity on X and consistently topping Google Trends in Japan since BTS’s debut.

In addition, V has been ruling Japan’s idol rankings. From December 2 to December 8, he claimed 1st place in the 'K-Pop Male Idol Ranking' on the Japanese site 'NEHAN,' holding the top spot for an astounding 193 consecutive weeks. He also topped the 'Korean Male Actor Popularity Ranking' by 'BIHAN' for 42 straight weeks, and stayed No. 1 in the '20s Male Actor Ranking' for 189 weeks.

V’s influence goes beyond idol rankings. He also dominated the 'K-Pop Idol Handsome Guy Election' and 'Korean Drama Male Actor Election' on 'K-board,' holding the top spot for 149 weeks. On 'KPOP JUICE,' V set a new record with a total of 5.32 million votes, keeping 1st place throughout the entire voting period.

V’s continued success in Japan proves his immense popularity and influence, making him one of the most beloved and talked-about stars in the K-Pop world!

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