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BIGHIT MUSIC Comments on Lee Jin Ho Debt To BTS Jimin

BIGHIT MUSIC has addressed the financial losses incurred by Jimin after lending money to comedian Lee Jin Ho. The BTS member is just one of many celebrities who lent money to the controversial actor.

What Happened to Lee Jin Ho?

On October 14, Lee Jin Ho revealed that he had accumulated substantial debt due to illegal gambling, leading him to seek financial assistance from several individuals, including well-known celebrities. He claims to be repaying the debt steadily each month, with the intention of settling it in full. However, it was reported that the total debt amounts to hundreds of millions of won, affecting not just Jimin but also celebrities like Lee Soo Geun, Young Tak, Ha Sung Woon, and various broadcasting executives, producers, and writers.

Some of these individuals reportedly lent money to Lee without a promissory note, making them vulnerable to tax penalties. Since these transactions were classified as “gifts” rather than loans, they now face potential tax liabilities. In light of the situation, several celebrities have reportedly chosen to file fraud charges against the comedian, aiming to seize his appearance fees to recover their losses.

BIGHIT MUSIC Addresses Debt Issue

In Jimin’s case, the comedian approached him in 2022, requesting to borrow 100 million won (approximately $73,600) for a week, claiming urgent need. Despite signing a promissory note, Lee failed to repay the loan within the agreed time frame. As reported, Jimin concluded that Lee had no genuine intention of repaying the money and, in a gesture of leniency, told him to “just pay me back within 10 years.”

BIGHIT MUSIC confirmed the situation, stating, “It is indeed true that financial losses have occurred [to Jimin]. He lent money with a signed promissory note.”

Following the controversy, Lee Jin Ho has stepped down from his role on JTBC’s popular variety show “Knowing Bros” (also known as “Ask Us Anything”). Additionally, he did not attend the press conference for Netflix’s variety show “Comedy Revenge”, which was scheduled for the morning of October 14. The scandal has raised concerns about trust and financial accountability within the entertainment industry.

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Jimin of BTS debuts on Billboard’s ‘Hot 100’ with pre-release track

On July 8, Billboard confirmed via their official social media channels that Jimin of BTS has debuted on the prestigious ‘Hot 100’ chart with his pre-release track “Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. LOCO)” from his upcoming solo second album ‘MUSE’. The song entered the chart at number 88 for the week of July 13th, marking Jimin’s fifth solo appearance on the ‘Hot 100’.

Jimin’s previous solo achievements include chart success with Taeyang’s “VIBE (feat. Jimin of BTS)” which peaked at number 76 in 2023. His solo debut album ‘FACE’ featured two tracks on the ‘Hot 100’: “Set Me Free Pt.2” reached number 30, and the title track “Like Crazy” made history by topping the chart, making Jimin the first K-pop solo artist to achieve this milestone both as a soloist and as part of BTS.

Additionally, Jimin’s collaboration “Angel Pt. 1 (Feat. Jimin of BTS, JVKE & Muni Long)” from the movie ‘Fast & Furious: Ride or Die’ reached number 65 on the ‘Hot 100’.

Billboard also highlighted that “Smeraldo Garden Marching Band (feat. LOCO)” topped the ‘World Digital Song Sales’ chart and reached number 7 on the ‘Global (excluding U.S.)’ chart, underscoring Jimin’s global popularity and influence.

The track itself blends the sounds of a marching band with hip-hop elements, showcasing Jimin’s distinctive vocals and Loco’s rap prowess in a harmonious fusion.

Jimin’s solo second album ‘MUSE’, centered around the theme of ‘love’, is scheduled for global release on the 19th at 1 PM, featuring seven interconnected tracks that promise to take listeners on an inspirational journey.

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Jimin and Jungkook Tease Fans With Mystery Teaser + Release Date

Get ready for an exciting upcoming release from BTS’s Jimin and Jungkook!

In a surprise move on July 3 at midnight KST, Jimin and Jungkook delighted fans by dropping a cryptic teaser video titled “?!” The teaser features glimpses of the two members enjoying a trip together, sparking speculation that it could be hinting at their long-awaited travel variety show, which Jungkook hinted at during his appearance on “Suchwita” last year.

While the teaser itself is light on details about Jimin and Jungkook’s project, it does unveil a significant date: something big is set to happen on August 8. Fans are abuzz with anticipation as they eagerly await more information about what the dynamic duo has in store.

BTS enthusiasts have been eagerly anticipating new projects from the group, and Jimin and Jungkook’s teaser has only heightened excitement. Known for their close friendship and creative synergy, the pair’s collaboration promises to deliver something special. The teaser video, which captures intimate moments of their journey together, suggests that fans may be treated to a behind-the-scenes look at their adventures. 

Jimin and Jungkook’s individual and collaborative ventures have consistently captivated fans worldwide. Whether through their music, performances, or personal interactions, the duo has cultivated a dedicated following. Now, with this teaser, they are once again drawing attention with a promise of something fresh and intriguing.

As the August 8 date approaches, fans are speculating on social media, discussing potential themes and concepts for Jimin and Jungkook’s upcoming release. The mysterious nature of the teaser has only added to the excitement, leaving fans eagerly counting down the days until they can uncover more details.

Stay tuned as BTS’s Jimin and Jungkook continue to surprise and delight with their latest project, promising another unforgettable addition to their impressive repertoire.

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Jimin’s ‘Closer Than This’ Continues To Achieve Impressive Numbers

Jimin from BTS has achieved remarkable success with his digital single “Closer Than This.” Released on December 22, 2023, the song quickly gained traction, achieving 213,757 streams on its first day. It didn’t stop there—it surpassed 1 million streams on Pandora four days later, a record-breaking achievement for a K-pop soloist. (For the uninitiated, Pandora is a music streaming service that’s only available to US-based users.)

The song also debuted at number 20 on Pandora’s Top Thumb Hundred Chart, which ranks songs based on the number of “thumbs up” they receive over 30 days. In its first week, “Closer Than This” accumulated a total of 1,431,048 streams, marking the highest debut week for a K-pop soloist. As of December 26, 2023, Jimin recorded 329,505 monthly listeners on Pandora, maintaining the highest number of listeners among K-pop soloists. He also surpassed 65 million cumulative streams on Pandora, the most among BTS members.

지민 (Jimin) ‘Closer Than This’ Official MV

“Closer Than This” also ranked first for eight consecutive days in four categories (Digital Music New Releases, Digital Music Bestsellers, International New Releases, International Bestsellers) on Amazon US. Finally, on January 3, Billboard US announced that the song debuted atop its Digital Song Sales chart, making it Jimin‘s fifth leader, tying him with his bandmate Jungkook as the Korean soloist with the most No. 1 songs on that chart.

The song’s impressive performance in the US underscores Jimin’s immense popularity in the US. He has so many fans there that Korean media outlets now call the country “Jimmerica,” a portmanteau of “Jimin” and “America.”

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His impressive trajectory

Meanwhile, in Japan, Jimin‘s “Closer Than This” topped the Billboard Japan Download Songs chart just three days after its release. This feat made him the only foreign artist to lead this chart with two Korean-language songs in a single year. In 2023, Jimin charted 13 songs on this chart, including five from his album FACE, and notable singles and collaborations like “VIBE” with Taeyang. “Closer Than This” also debuted at No. 84 on the Billboard Japan Hot 100, marking his sixth entry on that chart.

The song also performed well on Japan’s Oricon charts. “Closer Than This” ranked first on the daily singles chart on December 22 and 23. On the weekly chart dated January 1, it recorded 1,366 downloads in two days. It went to No. 2, beating out songs by top Japanese artists. This achievement brought his total to 14 solo songs charted on Oricon. 

FACE also performed well in Japan. It ranked third on the Oricon daily albums chart on December 14, and 17th on Oricon’s annual album ranking. Jimin eventually received his very first Platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of Japan (RIAJ). This was for a K-pop solo artist for a Korean-language album, a continuation of his impressive trajectory.

Jimin’s new gift for ARMY 💜’Closer than this’ 

Only Jimin can break records with a fan song

Jimin released “Closer Than This” to assure his fans that he’ll always be there for them. The song holds special significance as he dropped it before enlisting in the South Korean military. Its lyrics contain references to BTS’s career and their connection with ARMYs worldwide.

“Whenever it rains, I’ll remember the times I sang in the rain/Whenever it snows, I’ll cherish how you smiled for me in the snow/On the spring day we meet again, I’ll tell you everything I couldn’t before/My love, my babe, forever by your side/Seven equals one, right, our hearts still beat as one,” Jimin sings. (Did you catch the reference to one of BTS’s biggest hits in those lines?)

Media outlets worldwide heaped praise on “Closer Than This.” One writer noted that only Jimin can break records with a fan song. Its success is a win for BTS, Jimin, their fans, and the entire K-pop industry as a whole. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: The success of ‘Closer Than This’ allows Jimin to maintain a public presence while he’s serving in the South Korean military. Source: X/@bts_bighit.

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Looking Back on Jimin and Jungkook’s Emotional Goodbyes

BTS’s Jimin and Jungkook, who have been serving in the military for some time now, continue to be dearly missed by their fans, ARMYs. Reflecting on this, we are starting a series of stories looking back at our last moments with them before their enlistment.

Jimin and Jungkook had held emotional live broadcasts to bid farewell to their fans. On December 11, prior to their enlistment, Jimin appeared with a shaved head, symbolizing the beginning of his military journey. He also expressed his mixed feelings by saying, “I’m enlisting tomorrow, so I’m here. I’ll go and come back safely! Now that I’ve shaved my head, it’s starting to feel real.”

[SUB] Jimin Weverse Live 🔴 (11 DEC 2023) | Jimin live

Jimin couldn’t help but get emotional

He spoke about sending off RM and V. “I saw Namjoon–hyung and Taehyung enlisting; they went in smiling! They said they’ll go and come back healthy. I miss them lots too, but if we go and come back quickly, the time of us getting back together will come sooner. I will be enlisting together with Jungkook, so I think I will be able to rely on him a lot. Yes, SUGA–hyung is doing well too! And Namjoon–hyung and Taehyung-hyung will do well. Jin-hyung and Hobi–hyung are doing well, and JK and I will do well too.”

Discussing his future plans, Jimin shared, “I’ll come back with lots of growth and work on the things I can! Actually, something the members and I said a lot is that we really want to tour together. Since Seokjin–hyung went [to the army], we’ve worked hard on our own things and been going at it. A year has gone past with us putting our all into it. We really talked about wanting to tour together again. We’ll do a lot of the things we want to do once we’re back! The members and I talk about how much we want to tour, do a tour, concert, release albums. Once we’re back, hopefully, that time will come soon.”

Jimin’s reveal of his shaved head, initially hidden under a beanie, was a poignant moment for fans. Despite previously stating he wouldn’t show his hair, Jimin shared this significant change with ARMYs anyway. He couldn’t help but get emotional when he did.

[SUB] Jungkook Weverse Live 🔴 11.12.2023 | jungkook live

Jimin and Jungkook will serve together

Jungkook, on the other hand, approached his farewell in a more playful manner. In a previous livestream, he humorously sprinted by the camera. He later revealed just a glimpse of his buzz cut. In his final broadcast of 2023, Jungkook reflected on his day and the upcoming enlistment, “It looks like this will be my last live before enlisting. Today, I just sent off V–hyung and Namjoon–hyung, then ate a meal and did some things I needed to do, so the live ended up being a little late, sorry.”

Expressing his gratitude to fans, Jungkook said, “I’ll go and come back safely. Now that it’s the day before, my heart feels… a bit iffy? But I need to sleep tonight so I can concentrate tomorrow and stuff too. Everyone, thank you so much for all of you always cheering for us and supporting us until now when we’re enlisting. Please be and stay healthy and happy.”

Luckily, while Jimin and Jungkook did separate live broadcasts to say goodbye to ARMY, they’ll be together while they serve in the military, as they signed up for the dongbanipdae or buddy system. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: ARMYs cried when Jimin choked up. Meanwhile, Jungkook tried to keep things light. Instagram/@uarmyhope, X/@boraboravie.

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BTS’ Jungkook Reveals 2 New Projects During ‘Suchwita’ Episode

It looks like Jungkook still has huge plans for his recent solo comeback. The BTS maknae has just revealed that he has two new projects in development! The revelation was dropped during the latest episode of “Suchwita”!

BTS’ Jungkook Confirms 2 New Projects After ‘Golden’ Release

In a recent episode of Suga‘s YouTube variety show “Suchwita,” BTS’s Jungkook dropped some exciting surprises about future projects. The conversation touched on various topics, including Jungkook’s successful solo album, their recent performance together during Suga’s world tour, and the future of BTS.

However, things took an unexpected turn when Suga revealed a major spoiler regarding Jungkook’s activities. It turned out that Jungkook and Jimin had recently filmed something together. The duo had traveled to the US to have drinks, but the following day, Suga received a call from them while they were at a camping site.

Jungkook explained that Jimin had proposed the idea of doing a travel variety show together several years ago. While they had agreed to the idea back then, it didn’t come to fruition until recently when production was unexpectedly greenlit. Jungkook revealed that the filming had been quite chaotic, as things got hilariously out of hand after Jimin arrived on the scene.

‘Golden’ Documentary Confirmed

The episode also brought another exciting revelation, as Jungkook shared that he’s in the process of filming a solo documentary. The documentary will showcase his artistic journey, spanning from “Seven” to his latest album, “Golden.” While Jungkook has experience with documentary filming as a member of BTS, doing it on his own proved to be a challenging task. He admitted feeling pressured to make sure the content remained interesting while being the center of attention in front of the camera.

These unexpected announcements have left fans eagerly anticipating the upcoming travel variety show with Jimin and Jungkook, as well as Jungkook’s solo documentary, which promises to provide insight into his artistic evolution.

Jungkook’s solo album ‘Golden’ was released on November 3, 2023.

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