Stray Kids member Bang Chan celebrated his birthday in a special way by donating 100 million KRW to share the love he gets from fans with those in need.

On October 3, Bang Chan made the generous donation to the Community Chest of Korea. This act of kindness has earned him a spot in the Honor Society, which recognizes donors who give 100 million KRW or more.

The money donated by Bang Chan will support individuals with developmental disabilities. It will specifically help improve the physical abilities of athletes through training programs and create a health check-up system.

Bang Chan expressed his feelings, saying, "I am thankful to be able to share a bit of the meaningful love I received from my fans on my birthday. I hope this small contribution reaches places that need support."

Stray Kids continues to shine bright with their global activities and strong presence in music. On October 6 (local time), they will make history as the second K-pop group to perform at the American Music Awards, joining other major ceremonies like the Grammy Awards and Billboard Music Awards.

On November 13, they will release their second studio album, GIANT, which fans have been eagerly waiting for since their first full-length album, THE SOUND, released in Japan almost a year and nine months ago.

Their new world tour, Stray Kids World Tour , kicked off on August 24-25 and 31-September 1 at the KSPO Dome in Seoul. They are expanding their global presence with performances at major venues, including Singapore’s National Stadium, where they made their debut as a fourth-generation K-pop group on September 28. They will also perform in various stadiums around the world, such as Melbourne's Marvel Stadium, Sydney's Allianz Stadium, Kaohsiung's National Stadium, Bangkok's National Stadium, and Jakarta's Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium.

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BTS’s Jungkook continues to make waves globally with his solo song “Standing Next to You”. The track has now surpassed 100 million views on YouTube's official topic audio video, proving his immense popularity. Despite being just a music track without any elaborate visuals like a typical music video, the song has captivated fans worldwide, marking an impressive achievement for Jungkook.

Not only did “Standing Next to You” reach the 100 million views milestone, but Jungkook's solo single “Seven” also reached the same impressive number, with both tracks now joining the exclusive club of 100-million-view songs in YouTube’s Topic section. This is a clear testament to Jungkook's overwhelming presence in the music world.

The official music video for “Standing Next to You” is also making waves, surpassing 180 million views and inching closer to the 200 million mark. On Spotify, the song has accumulated an impressive 1.18 billion streams, securing its place at the top by dominating the global charts. It reached the Daily Top Songs chart and stayed in the Top 50 for over 120 days, cementing Jungkook's status as a global music sensation with over 300 days on the charts.

Jungkook’s chart performance has been nothing short of remarkable. “Standing Next to You” debuted at #5 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and remained there for 19 weeks. It also topped both the Global 200 and Global (excluding the U.S.) charts for 38 and 44 weeks, respectively. In the UK, it entered the Official Top 100 Singles Chart at #6 and stayed on the chart for 11 weeks. The song also topped iTunes charts in 102 countries and regions, including a week-long reign at #1 on the Worldwide iTunes Song chart.

Beyond the charts, “Standing Next to You” has gained recognition from international music media and award shows. The Honey Pop, a prominent U.S. pop culture media outlet, named the “Standing Next to You-Usher Remix” one of the top 5 K-pop collaborations of 2024. The Grammy Awards also highlighted the song in their “15 K-pop Songs that Dominated 2023”, calling it a “timeless hit that will last for years to come.” Furthermore, The Los Angeles Times included it in their “Top 100 Songs of 2023,” a further affirmation of its impact on global music.

With countless accolades, records, and the ongoing love from fans around the world, Jungkook’s name remains synonymous with success. As his song continues to break records, it’s clear that his voice will resonate for many years to come. Whether on playlists or music charts, “Standing Next to You” has solidified its place in music history as one of the defining hits of this era.

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