• 2PM's Jun. K Gets a Once-in-a-Lifetime Gift from J.Y. Park for His 20 Years at JYP – You Won't Believe What It Is!

    J.Y. Park, the founder of JYP Entertainment, made 2PM’s Jun. K’s 20th anniversary with the company unforgettable by surprising him with a plane ticket to Switzerland.

    On December 27, 2PM’s official YouTube channel shared a heartwarming video titled “UN. K’s Swiss Travel Episode 1 | ※JYP Artists Must Watch※ What Happens When You Stay Long-Term”.

    The video starts with Jun. K busy practicing for an upcoming concert when J.Y. Park unexpectedly shows up at the practice room. After greeting the 2PM members, J.Y. Park pulled Jun. K aside for a special moment.

    Jun. K, noticing the camera crew, teased, “I see the camera is here, so this must be for content. What’s going on? This is so sudden.”

    J.Y. Park congratulated him, saying, “We celebrate employees who reach their 20th anniversary with the company. I’ve always wanted to do something special for you but never had the chance until now.”

    When asked what he had always dreamed of doing, Jun. K admitted, “I haven’t traveled much. My fans all know I’ve always wanted to visit Switzerland.”

    With a playful grin, J.Y. Park first handed him a ticket to the “Gapyeong Swiss Theme Park”, joking, “It’s a perfect replica of Switzerland. Isn’t this enough for a 20th anniversary?”

    But moments later, he revealed the real surprise – an actual plane ticket to Switzerland. J.Y. Park said, “Go to the theme park first and then head to the real Switzerland. I’ve arranged everything to fit your schedule.”

    He added, “Twenty years is such a rare and incredible milestone. Even couples struggle to stay together this long. For you to have been with me and JYP for two decades is truly precious. I’m deeply thankful.”

    Jun. K, touched by the gesture, replied, “Thank you for keeping us here with you. This means so much.”

    As he returned to his practice, Jun. K shared his excitement with fans, saying, “If you stay with JYP for 20 years, you can even go to Switzerland!”

    Fans couldn’t stop praising J.Y. Park’s thoughtfulness and Jun. K’s dedication. The video left many feeling emotional, celebrating the bond between Jun. K and the company that helped him shine for 20 years.

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  • BTS's Jin Breaks Records Again! Laneige Sees Biggest Sales Ever Thanks to His Star Power

    BTS’s Jin, the global ambassador for Laneige, has once again proven his incredible influence by helping the brand achieve its highest-ever sales record.

    Since expanding into the U.S. market in 2018, Amorepacific’s global beauty brand Laneige has experienced massive growth, largely fueled by the rising popularity of K-pop. However, Laneige hit a new milestone during the Black Friday & Cyber Monday (BFCM) event on Amazon U.S., recording an incredible 127% sales increase compared to last year. Many believe this success is due to Laneige’s decision to select Jin as its first-ever male global ambassador.

    Laneige’s rapid expansion has also had a ripple effect on Amorepacific’s overall sales. For the first time, the company’s sales in the Americas have surpassed those in Greater China, highlighting Jin’s massive brand impact.

    Laneige officially introduced Jin as its global ambassador on September 27, 2023, and his involvement led to an instant surge in product demand. His stunning campaign visuals received an overwhelming response, leading to numerous sold-out products and Laneige topping sales charts worldwide.

    According to WWD Japan, Laneige saw an unexpected sales boom thanks to the "Jin effect." The brand manager of Amorepacific Japan’s Laneige division stated, "With BTS’s Jin joining as an ambassador, sales of 'Cream Skin' lotion have significantly increased. Campaign revenue has doubled from our initial expectations, leading to major brand awareness growth."

    Laneige’s Cream Skin, which was heavily featured in Jin’s global campaign, became an absolute bestseller. It secured the No. 1 sales spot on Japan’s Qoo10 marketplace—not just in beauty, but across all product categories! This cemented Jin’s unstoppable global influence.

    In South Korea, Laneige Cream Skin took over Olive Young’s sales rankings across all gender and age groups. It even sold out in offline stores due to overwhelming demand. The product also dominated the sales charts for seven consecutive days on Laneige’s official U.S. website, earning Jin yet another ‘Sold-Out King’ moment.

    Internationally, the campaign’s success led to immediate sellouts in Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Singapore, while in Indonesia, it had to be restocked after being wiped out. A limited-edition mini photobook offered with Jin’s Laneige Cream Skin purchases instantly sold out on China’s top online marketplaces, Taobao and Tmall.

    But Jin’s selling power doesn’t stop at beauty brands! In July 2023, he became the first global ambassador for FRED, a prestigious French high-jewelry house. As expected, luxury pieces, including a $100,000 necklace, sold out immediately after his campaign launched.

    In August 2023, he was introduced as a global ambassador for Gucci, and his endorsement caused rapid sellouts in South Korea, the U.S., and Japan.

    Jin’s ambassadorship for Alo Yoga also made waves, with WWD reporting that his announcement alone generated $3.6 million in media impact value within just 24 hours! His influence also extends into technology and tourism, as he’s partnered with Dolby and served as Seoul’s tourism ambassador.

    His advertising power is undeniable even in the food industry. In 2022, Jin was selected as the model for Ottogi’s Jin Ramen, and the brand quickly saw its highest-ever ramen export sales. The food industry noted that Korea’s ramen exports experienced a huge boost following BTS’s Jin’s campaign, a trend similar to the worldwide ramen boom triggered by Parasite’s Oscar win in 2020.

    From beauty to luxury fashion, tech, and even food, Jin continues to dominate industries worldwide, proving once again why he is a top-tier global superstar.

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