BOYNEXTDOOR is making major waves in the K-pop world and beyond, and they've just been named "Rookie of the Year" by the prestigious U.S. publication Consequence!

Since debuting in May 2023, BOYNEXTDOOR has quickly become one of the hottest names in K-pop, impressing both fans and critics with their relatable music and outstanding performances.

After dropping their second mini album "HOW?" and third mini album "19.99," the group has been breaking records and capturing the hearts of fans across the globe.

The recognition from Consequence comes as no surprise. In their 2024 K-pop Yearbook, the outlet praised BOYNEXTDOOR’s rapid rise to fame, noting, "BOYNEXTDOOR has quickly established themselves as a powerful performance group, and they are accumulating fame so fast that the title of ‘rookie’ no longer seems fitting." Such high praise highlights the group's impressive journey, having only debuted in 2023.

In an interview, BOYNEXTDOOR shared their excitement and gratitude for the recognition, saying, “We feel incredibly thankful and proud for the love and support we’ve received this year. We are excited for 2025, which seems like it will be a year full of opportunities to learn and grow. We hope to spend even more time with ONEDOOR (their fandom) next year.”

The group’s rise in popularity is also reflected in their music achievements. Their title track "Nice Guy" from "19.99" ranked 25th in the HIT K-POP category at the USEN Music Award 2024, marking a significant achievement in Japan.

Meanwhile, their track "Parental Advisory" was recognized by Dazed, one of the UK’s leading magazines, as one of The 50 Best K-pop Tracks of 2024. The magazine praised the song’s humorous lyrics, highlighting BOYNEXTDOOR’s unique sense of humor and skill as songwriters and performers, despite having only debuted 18 months ago.

And there’s more to come! BOYNEXTDOOR’s first solo tour, "BOYNEXTDOOR TOUR 'KNOCK ON Vol.1' IN INCEON," took place in Incheon on December 14-15, and the group is gearing up for more shows across Asia in 2025.

Their upcoming tour will stop in cities like Tokyo, Osaka, Singapore, Manila, Bangkok, and more, with fans across 12 cities eagerly anticipating the chance to see them live.

With all these accomplishments under their belt already, BOYNEXTDOOR’s future is looking brighter than ever, and their fanbase is growing stronger by the day! Keep an eye on these rising stars—they’re here to stay!

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TWICE’s Jihyo has made headlines after purchasing a building worth a staggering 4 billion won in her 20s.

On May 2, Herald Economy reported that Jihyo bought a building in Seongdong-gu, Seongsu-dong 2-ga, Seoul, in early March of last year.

By the end of that month, she had completed the full payment and transferred ownership, with no mortgage attached, suggesting that the property was purchased entirely with cash.

Just a month after the purchase, Jihyo registered as a housing rental business operator and completed the registration for private rental housing.

As a housing rental business operator, she is eligible for tax benefits, such as reduced acquisition tax. However, she is also subject to certain regulations, including a 5% cap on rent increases, compliance with rental periods, and mandatory insurance for tenant deposits.

The building, which was built in 1986, has a land area of 152㎡ (45.98 pyeong) and a total floor area of 330.21㎡ (99.89 pyeong). It includes one basement level and three floors above ground.

The property is situated in Seongsu Strategic Redevelopment Zone 2, an area currently undergoing redevelopment.

Given the area's future potential, it is believed that Jihyo's investment is more focused on the property's long-term value rather than immediate rental income.

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