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5 days ago
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BTS' Jin Buys $13 Million Apartment In Seoul, Pays Entirely In Cash: Report
Last Updated: According to Koreaboo, this latest deal did not involve any bank loan or mortgage. Jin's purchase marks his third property within the same upscale complex. BTS member Jin has reportedly expanded his real estate portfolio with another luxurious purchase in Seoul. On June 5, Korean media reported that the 32-year-old K-pop star bought a third unit at the ultra-luxurious Hannam The Hill apartments, paying a staggering 17.5 billion KRW (approximately $13 million USD) entirely in cash. According to Koreaboo, this latest deal did not involve any bank loan or mortgage. Jin's purchase marks his third property within the same upscale complex, making it a standout addition to his growing assets. The BTS vocalist had earlier acquired two apartments at Hannam The Hill back in 2019—one priced at 4.5 billion KRW ($3.3 million USD) and another at 4.3 billion KRW ($3.1 million USD). Based on current market estimates, Jin has earned more than 10 billion KRW (~$7.36 million USD) in property value appreciation from those two earlier investments alone. Hannam The Hill, located in the heart of Seoul, is known as South Korea's most expensive residential complex. Built on the former site of Dankook University, it comprises 32 buildings with 600 high-end units. It boasts top-tier security, privacy, and amenities, making it a favorite among Korean celebrities and influential personalities. Notable residents include Rain and Kim Tae-Hee, So Ji-Sub, and Han Hyo-Joo. Jin, who completed his mandatory military service in June 2024, has had a packed post-discharge year. He released two solo EPs—Happy in November 2024 and Echo in May 2025—and returned to the small screen with a season of his variety show Run Jin, which featured appearances by his celebrity friends. He also joined the cast of the recent season of Kian's Bizarre B&B, gaining praise for his natural on-screen charm. Most recently, Jin, alongside fellow member J-Hope, launched the 2025 BTS FESTA—a special edition of the K-pop group's annual debut celebration. This year's FESTA carries added excitement as it builds anticipation for BTS' full reunion once all members complete their military service. First Published: June 06, 2025, 04:23 IST
South China Morning Post
24-04-2025
- South China Morning Post
South Korean bus driver rushes unconscious Chinese student to hospital, saves her life
A South Korean bus driver rushed an unconscious student from China to hospital and paid her medical bill because she reminded her of her two daughters. Advertisement The driver's life-saving actions have moved people online in both countries. It was recently reported by South Korean media outlets that a bus driver in Yongin city, in the Seoul Metropolitan Area, rescued a Chinese international student who fainted on her bus. Lee Si-young, 54, immediately stopped her vehicle and went to check on the unidentified student. Lee said the young woman went pale and developed a cold sweat. She also realised the stricken woman was a foreigner because she did not speak Korean. Soon the passenger fell unconsciousness. Driver Lee Si-young wasted no time in acting after the student collapsed. Photo: Dankook University The driver sought the permission of other passengers and drove the bus directly to a nearby hospital with an emergency treatment clinic.
