• Kim Jaejoong Tops iTunes Rock Charts in 16 Countries, Hits No. 1 on Billboard Japan Downloads

    Singer and actor Kim Jaejoong has soared to the top of the iTunes rock charts.

    "I'm overwhelmed with gratitude for the love and support," Kim Jaejoong shared.

    Celebrating his 20th debut anniversary on June 26, Kim Jaejoong released his fourth full-length album 'FLOWER GARDEN' to great success despite a packed schedule of screen appearances, dramas, and variety shows.

    Kim Jaejoong's title track 'Glorious Day' has captured hearts worldwide, topping the iTunes Worldwide Rock Charts in 16 countries including Japan, Thailand, and Saudi Arabia.

    The song's lyrics express gratitude to fans, blending Kim Jaejoong's unique rock style with a melodic touch.

    Adding to his achievements, 'FLOWER GARDEN' secured the top spot on Billboard Japan's 'This Week's Download Chart,' underscoring Kim Jaejoong's enduring popularity in Japan.

    In his 21st year since debut, Kim Jaejoong continues to shine, winning categories like 'This Week's Best K-POP' on Billboard's vote and 'Best Idol' on the global K-pop site 'K-Top Star.'

    Next, Kim Jaejoong will connect with fans at his concert '20TH ANNIVERSARY 2024 KIM JAE JOONG ASIA TOUR CONCERT "FLOWER GARDEN" in SEOUL' on the 20th and 21st, available for online streaming on the 'Hello Live' platform.

    Looking ahead, Kim Jaejoong is preparing for the premiere of the MBN weekend mini-series 'Eraser of Bad Memories' in August and starring in the movie 'Shinsa: Whisper of Evil Spirits.'

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  • Hwanhee’s Agency Hits Back Against Shocking Claims of Favoritism on ‘King of Singers Season 2’—Vows to Defend His Reputation

    Hwanhee's agency, BT Entertainment, is firing back after serious fairness allegations were raised regarding the popular show ‘King of Singers Season 2’. They’ve denied all accusations and promised strong legal action for defamation.

    On February 5th, the agency issued a statement through their official fan cafe, saying, “We want to correct the false claims.”

    They explained that Hwanhee was initially approached to join the show in August 2024 by the production team. However, after checking with the event planning company, Dion Communication, they confirmed Hwanhee had no connection to the show or any related performances.

    Despite this, the agency pointed out that certain media outlets published unverified articles, wrongly suggesting that Hwanhee’s involvement could compromise the fairness of the program.

    BT Entertainment was quick to defend their artist, stressing the damage done to both Hwanhee's reputation and the agency itself due to these false claims. They added, "This has caused great harm to Hwanhee, who joined the program after careful consideration."

    The statement didn’t stop there. BT Entertainment made it clear that they won’t stand for any further defamation. They said, “We are taking legal action against these baseless reports” and emphasized their commitment to protecting Hwanhee from any further harm.

    They also reassured their fans, stating, “We will take swift action against any future misinformation to avoid any further harm to Hwanhee and his supporters.”

    This controversy started after a media outlet raised concerns on January 23rd about Hwanhee’s participation in the show. The report claimed that BT Entertainment’s CEO, who is also a director at Dion Communication, had invested 1.1 billion KRW in the ‘King of Singers Season 2’ concert, leading to suspicions of favoritism towards certain contestants.

    In the meantime, ‘King of Singers Season 2’ continues its intense competition, with Hwanhee making it to the semifinals. Fans are watching closely as he currently holds 1st place in the first round of the semifinals, cementing his position as a strong contender to represent Korea in the Korea-Japan King of Kings battle.

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