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Tatler Asia
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
The real side of K-pop idols, captured in these must-watch Youtube series
'Run Jin' with BTS's Jin After finishing his mandatory military service, Jin approached his solo content with the energy of someone who genuinely missed entertaining people. Hosted on the Bangtan TV channel, his show captures the idol's endearing unpredictability—you're never quite sure if he'll triumph or spiral into hilarious disaster. From hiking mountains to channelling his inner action hero as 'Jin Wick', every episode feels like an adventure. His recent Tom Cruise collaboration alone makes Run Jin essential viewing, but it's Jin's willingness to look goofy while trying his absolute hardest that makes each episode compelling. His interactions with younger idols like TXT and Enhyphen also showcase his natural mentoring instincts, creating heartwarming moments between the comedy chaos. 'Hyell's Club' with Girl's Day's Hyeri Imagine the cosiest, most exclusive bar where Korea's biggest stars truly open up. Welcome to Hyell's Club , the Youtube show that combines great drinks, a warm and inviting atmosphere and Hyeri's gift for making conversations flow naturally. The idol-actress strikes a balance between curious interviewer and cheeky friend, creating space for genuine moments while keeping things light and entertaining. Whether she's getting tipsy with Enhyphen or talking shop with Seventeen's Woozi, every episode feels like eavesdropping on the best dinner party conversations. Her 3.8 million-view episode with Blackpink's Jennie proves that sometimes the best content comes from just letting interesting people talk. 'Trick Kode with Nayeon' with TWICE's Nayeon Nayeon's detective show concept is brilliantly simple: figure out the mystery guest's identity through puzzling clues, anonymous audio chats (the guest's voice is distorted) and a forensic scroll through their phones. It's the kind of premise that hooks you instantly, and Nayeon's sharp instincts combined with her dramatic reactions create perfect variety show entertainment. The chemistry between Nayeon and her guests—whether she's bickering with fellow Twice member Jeongyeon or being charmed by The Boyz's Younghoon—makes every episode feel like watching friends play an elaborate, high-stakes guessing game. The K-pop idol's intuition kicks in at just the right moments, creating real suspense as she closes in on the truth. 'Hi Seulgi' with Red Velvet's Seulgi Seulgi has created what feels like the chicest personal Instagram come to life. Her artistic eye transforms everyday moments—cooking diaries, workspace setups, casual outfits—into something inspiring. Just like the idol, the vibe is cool, but never out of reach. But the real magic happens during her collaborations. A spontaneous trip to Yangpyeong with Blackpink's Jisoo or a cosy brunch with aespa's Winter doesn't feel staged—it feels like real friendship, captured in motion. These aren't just celeb hangouts for the camera; they're authentic connections, and that warmth translates beautifully on screen. 'Jeongwaja' with Exo's Kai Exo's Kai takes on a new kind of challenge in Jeongwaja ( Changing Majors ), experiencing firsthand what it's like to study various disciplines at universities across South Korea. His academic adventures are comedy gold: watching him navigate chemistry at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) or attempt voice acting creates the perfect combination of secondhand embarrassment and genuine admiration for his willingness to look completely out of his element. His approach differs from typical idol variety content—Kai brings witty commentary that feels more mature while still being genuinely funny. The format allows viewers to experience university life vicariously while enjoying Kai's fish-out-of-water reactions to academic challenges. 'Siebja' with Twice's Jihyo Jihyo's guesthouse adventures tap into something universally appealing—the curiosity about how other people live and travel. Seeing her take on different accommodations, from a low-key Sokcho guesthouse to omakase-serving Jeju locations, is like getting insider travel tips from someone whose judgment you trust. The show works because the leader of Twice approaches each experience with openness and her trademark determination to make everyone around her comfortable. Her willingness to try everything from paragliding to local drinking games creates real moments that are also entertaining. Credits This article was created with the assistance of AI tools
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS' Jin shares a heartfelt message for fans in the last episode of 'Run Jin', drops exciting announcement
Kim Seokjin, better known as Jin from BTS, recently ended his own variety show with an emotional speech thanking everyone who was involved in the making. The idol ran the final episode on May 27 and ended the variety show's run with a beautiful message for ARMY. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Jin finishes his solo variety show 'Run Jin' with Episode 36 Jin, the oldest member of BTS, recently ran his final episode for his solo variety show 'Run Jin', leaving fans emotional. The solo variety show was a gift directly for ARMYs for holding on to the group with so much love. The idea behind it was to show the fans how Jin would do 'anything and everything' for them. The variety show consisted of a lot of different activities that the idol divulged in, such as trying gymnastics or climbing Mount Halla. The idol even tried his hand at fencing and explored haunted houses, as well as performed action stunts on his own! Jin concluded the show and series with a heartfelt message saying, 'After being discharged from the military, I thought long and hard about how I could show myself to fans as quickly as possible—and that's how this content began. There were tough moments, but I also discovered sides of myself I hadn't known before, which made it all worthwhile. I'm grateful to the guests, the crew, and above all, the ARMY who supported 'Run Jin' and helped it last this long. Thanks to your love, filming was always fun." BTS' J-Hope gives a heartfelt message to Jin Fellow member of BTS J-Hope also shared a message for Jin on the last episode, which was played out for the member. In his message he shared that 'Our Seokjin is always someone who makes everyone laugh. I'm sure you just had fun watching the show, but he always thought long and hard about what he could do to make ARMY happy. He really is a fool who only thinks about ARMY.' He then concluded his message that 'Hyung always thinks about the fans first. Even in difficult moments, he gives his all and blends naturally into unfamiliar environments. That's Jin-hyung. You did great. I love you.' Jin was visibly emotional after the video message from his fellow BTS member. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now News about the coming tour Seokjin ended the show with a post credit scene where the member can be seen preparing and working towards giving a good performance at his upcoming world tour titled '#RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR.' The tour is going to commence on June 28 and 29 at the Goyang Sports Complex, South Korea. Fans react to the emotional ending of 'Run Jin' Fans of the group took to online platforms to express their love and gratitude for the oldest members. Many appreciated the dedication that Jin showed for the fans and how he made the show a success. One fan in particular pointed out that 'Seokjin filmed 18 monthly messages prior to his enlistment just to comfort us while he was gone and then started filming for Run Jin in just 4 days after his discharge and gave us 36 episodes to make us happy. Nobody loves us the way Seokjin does.' Another fan commented that 'Jin, I hope you know how grateful we are for RUN JIN. Our Tuesdays will never be the same again without it. We love you, and we will keep running with you, our dearest superstar. @BTS_twt'
Pink Villa
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
‘He's a fool': BTS' Jin cries over J-Hope's words for him in last Run Jin episode but it's not what you think
BTS member Jin wrapped up Run Jin with its 36th and final episode's broadcast on May 27. The conclusion of the beloved variety show left fans with a tinge of sadness. To congratulate Jin on a successful run of the show, the crew prepared a warm farewell video, with a standout segment featuring J-Hope. The surprise video clearly caught him off guard, and he looked visibly emotional, as he listened to J-Hope's sincere and heartfelt words. J-Hope's surprise video tribute for Jin Jin was already moved by the Run Jin crew's prepared video tribute, however, with the arrival of J-Hope on screen, his happiness knew no bounds. J-Hope's calm voiceover and a video compilation of Jin's chaotic moments made for a perfect combo. The BTS rapper started with "Our Seokjin hyung (older brother)" and said that he was the kind of person who always tried to make others laugh. In J-Hope's eyes, Jin was someone who always put others before him. He also mentioned Jin's unparalleled love for BTS ARMYs. Refering to the viewers, J-Hope said that they might had fun watching the show, but they were unaware of the tireless hardwork of Jin that went behind it. "He (Jin) always thought long and hard about what he could do to make ARMY happy. He really is a fool who thinks only about ARMY," said J-Hope. He further talked of Jin trying his best to hold on even in tough moments and attempting to fit in even in unfamiliar environments. He concluded by thanking Jin for making everyone happy. Jin's reaction to J-Hope's surprise video At first Jin went like, "J-Hope, what are you doing here?" and was all-smiles. However, as the video progressed he looked more and more emotional, and seemed on the verge of tearing up. He tried hard to control his tears as J-Hope pointed out his distinct characteristics. It showcased the deep love and respect the BTS members shared for each other. Fans also mirrored J-Hope's sentiments by stating, "We truly appreciate your sincere efforts to bring comfort and encouragement to ARMY.'
AsiaOne
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Tom Cruise sends BTS' Jin on secret-agent challenges in variety show, Entertainment News
BTS' Jin tried his hand at being a 'secret agent' recently. In the latest episode of his YouTube variety show Run Jin uploaded on May 20, he interviewed Hollywood star Tom Cruise, who was in South Korea for his latest Mission Impossible movie. Tom, 62, shared with the 32-year-old singer that it was his 12th time in the country and that he enjoys eating Korean barbecue chicken and samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly). Jin also took the food conversation as a cue to rave about his favourite food. He said: "I like spicy foods. Here, there's something called mulhwe — it's a combination of fresh fish, vegetables and seafood, with a seasoned broth made with gochujang . It's very spicy and good. Before you go, I recommend you try it." "I'm going to try that. I love spicy food. I love fish and vegetables," agreed Tom. Tom also told Jin: "Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning took seven years to make, and those sequences [of hanging from planes and being underwater] took years to develop. It took years to build the water tanks and build the sets." As Ethan Hunt, Tom performs a stunt where he walks on the wings of an airborne airplane. "The stuff that you're seeing with the wing-walking has never been done before and I didn't know physically what it would take. Within five minutes, it was like the hardest weight workout you've ever done," Tom added. "I really had to improve my power to be able to do it. The kind of training that I had to do surprised me — I had to change my whole training regime. It's definitely the most challenging action I've ever done." A secret mission from Tom After the interview, Jin received a letter from Tom instructing him to go on a secret mission to deactivate a bomb. He had to overcome four challenges before he could finally deactivate the bomb: Throwing darts, evading detection to find a key, overcoming a spider web trap and solving puzzles. All must be completed in 15 minutes. Upon arriving at the mission venue, Jin proceeded to do some 'secret agent' forward rolls on the grass and started the timer. Along the way, he was subjected to penalties such as staring into a camera without blinking and having to look in the opposite direction of a toy hammer pointed in his face. When he answered a puzzle incorrectly, a 'bomb' exploded on him. When asked about his experience at the end of mission, Jin said: "I interviewed Tom Cruise and tried to do something similar, although it wasn't similar at all. I can't jump off moving trains and hang from planes in the air. "I just tried out a light version of it but even that was so hard - which made me realise once again how much work and effort he puts into his films. I've always loved Tom Cruise's Mission Impossible films ever since I was a kid and I'll be cheering for it to become another box-office hit." Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning is now in cinemas. [[nid:718289]]
Time of India
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
BTS' Jin is 'Running Wild': Albums, Netflix shows, Tom Cruise meetup & a world tour awaits — Is there anything he can't do?
On December 13, 2022, Jin — the eldest member of BTS — bid an emotional farewell to his bandmates and fans, known as ARMY, as he enlisted for his mandatory military service. He was seen off by his six bandmates, all visibly teary-eyed. The emotions only deepened for fans as, one by one, the rest of the members enlisted too. But time flew by, and by June 2024, Jin was finally back home. Dressed in his uniform, he walked out of his military unit and was warmly welcomed by the members. From leader RM playing the saxophone to the rest of the members embracing him with big hugs, fans couldn't have been happier. 다녀왔습니다! Adding to the joy, within just 24 hours, Jin was already back on stage — meeting fans and singing once again. He's been Running Wild since June — and he's just getting started. At the Paris Olympics Since his return, Jin hasn't stopped moving. He sent the crowd into a frenzy in Paris when he took part in the Olympic torch relay. His striking visuals stole the spotlight, with fellow torchbearers left smiling as they watched him soak in all the attention. Jin, the Fashion King Whether serving as a Gucci muse or partnering with Maison Fred, Jin Ramen, and Laneige, Jin's influence spans sports, fashion, luxury, food, and beauty. He's made notable appearances in Paris, Milan, Seoul, and New York — proof that his presence is truly global. 'Run Jin' and a surprise from Tom Cruise One of Jin's biggest post-military hits was his YouTube variety show, Run Jin — a playful, chaotic, self-produced spin-off of the original RUN BTS. The series saw him take on a wide range of challenges, from mountain hiking to babysitting and even stunt training. What began as fan content quickly turned into a viral success. Guests like actor Park Hyung-sik and Olympic fencer Oh Sang-uk joined the fun — but the biggest surprise came when Tom Cruise appeared in an episode to promote his movie Mission: Impossible. Cruise's team personally reached out to the show, and Jin even face-timed his mom to introduce her to the Hollywood star. Two albums in six months While it may have looked like fun and games, Jin stayed rooted in his music. He released two solo albums within just six months. His first album, HAPPY, dropped in November 2024 — a bright, vintage rock-inspired ode to joy. This was quickly followed by his second album, ECHO, on May 16, 2025. While HAPPY delivered a cheerful, upbeat sound, ECHO dived deeper into emotion and introspection, showcasing a more vulnerable and artistic side of Jin. The #RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR: Europe, Asia, U.S. and more Inspired by his recent guest performances with Coldplay in Seoul and Argentina, Jin announced his solo tour — RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR — kicking off this summer. The tour will visit Asia, the U.S., and Europe, with four dates already confirmed: two in Amsterdam and two in London this August. Following in the footsteps of bandmates Suga and J-Hope, Jin is the next BTS member to take his solo act global before the group's full reunion. [공지] 진 (Jin) 'RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR' in GOYANG_LIVE PLAY 안내 (+ENG/JPN/CHN)🔗 #Jin #Jin_TOUR_KOREA #RUNSEOKJIN_epTOUR_KOREA#Jin_TOUR_LIVEPLAY #RUNSEOKJIN_epTOUR_LIVEPLAY Beyond K-Pop: Netflix fame and global reach If this all wasn't enough, Jin's charm worked as he starred in Netflix's "Kian's Bizarre B&B", alongside comedian Ji Ye-eun under the creative vision of Kian84. The quirky, heartfelt show earned an 8.7 IMDb rating and quickly became one of the platform's most-watched programs — helping Jin connect with viewers far beyond the usual K-pop fanbase. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
