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BLACKPINK’s Jisoo Goes Viral Treating 103 Fans to Haidilao Hotpot for Her 31st Birthday
BLACKPINK’s Jisoo went viral for celebrating her birthday by treating 103 fans to a luxurious hot pot feast at the famous Haidilao restaurant.
On January 3, 2026, she personally invited her fans, turning the event into a warm and interactive celebration.
The all-expenses-paid party included unlimited menu refills, with some tables racking up bills of over $390.
Fans were also treated to a legendary lucky draw featuring iPhones, iPads, Nintendo Switches, and other high-end prizes, making the celebration a truly memorable event.
Jisoo’s generosity extended beyond covering the expenses. She personally mixed dipping sauces, interacted with fans, and ensured everyone felt special.
Her hands-on approach left fans feeling appreciated, showing that she values the connection with her supporters as much as the celebration itself.
The superstar selected attendees through a raffle, making the party exclusive yet inclusive.
Instead of receiving gifts herself, highlighting her thoughtful nature and earning praise from fans for her wise and heartfelt approach to fan service.
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Nine strangers. We read their wildest secrets out loud. Nobody knows whose is whose 👀
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Punch Melts Hearts After Falling Into a Pond and Getting Comforted by Older Monkeys
Punch has gone viral again after older monkeys comforted him following an accidental fall into a pond at the zoo.
Caretakers later confirmed that he had fully recovered, eating well, playing with peers, and running around energetically as if nothing had happened.
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He Sang ‘Baby Shark’ in 2016 – Now He’s 17 and Reminding Us How Fast Time Flies
Back in 2016, Park Geon Roung was one of the child actors who starred in the Baby Shark Dance video, which went on to become the most viewed YouTube video of all time.
He was just a kid then, and now at 17, he is showing the world just how beautifully time flies.
Geon Roung never stepped away from the spotlight. Since 2019, he has been part of Play With Me Club, a South Korean co-ed kids group, keeping his place in showbiz.
Fans who rediscovered him recently were stunned, with many saying he now looks just like a K-pop idol.
The ‘Baby Shark’ video was uploaded to YouTube in June 2016 by Pinkfong, a South Korean education brand.
It quickly became a staple in nursery schools and a go-to distraction for parents of toddlers worldwide, turning into one of the most recognizable children’s songs of its generation.
For many who grew up watching that video on repeat, seeing Geon Roung at 17 is a quiet reminder of how fast kids grow up.
One day they are dancing to baby shark, and before you know it, they are teenagers the internet is falling in love with.
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