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The K-Arena in Yokohama hosted the second Asia Star Entertainer Awards on May 28 and 29, 2025. This two-night event celebrated the finest in Asian music, television, and film. The Best OST was one of the many prizes handed out for an original soundtrack that really makes a film or TV show more interesting.
On May 29, Jin of BTS got the real prize for his song Close to You, which was used in the tvN drama When the Stars Gossip. This win shows not just Jin's singing skills but also how K-drama soundtracks are becoming more and more important throughout the world.
BTS’ Jin’s Close to You wins Best OST at the 2025 Asia Star Entertainer Award
On January 26, 2025, Jin released Close to You, his first solo song. It was the third song on the When the Stars Gossip OST. The song has soft piano notes and lyrics that make you think, such as Can I stay... close to you?
Jin's voice is beautiful, as it always is. Jin and When the Stars Gossip were both huge hits throughout the globe, and the song was accessible on all major streaming services right away. It not only charted in its home country, but it also got a lot of attention from fans in other countries.
The Best OST award at ASEA is chosen by a panel of industry professionals and fan voting. It is a combination of both creative genius and popular appeal. This year's list includes seven songs from new Korean dramas. The wide range of candidates, from long-time idols to up-and-coming soloists, showcases the various talents that are influencing the soundscapes of current K-dramas.
This award is a big deal for Jin, who is sometimes labeled BTS's Golden Maknae and is working on solo projects. He praised songs like Super Tuna and Yours a lot, but Close to You had to be less polished so that the emotional currents of the play didn't get in the way of the plot of When the Stars Gossip.
His award for Best OST at ASEA shows that he can do well in many other musical situations. This helps him build his reputation outside of the K-pop business. The award is also important because it shows how crucial unique music compositions are becoming in Korean media. Korean dramas are becoming more and more popular on streaming services across the globe.
OST tracks are a great way for people from other countries to learn about Korean musicians. Jin's win for Close to You is a little example of this wider trend. Even while fans were extremely happy that Jin won, those who know a lot about the K-drama industry have noted that the OST category is becoming more competitive as these series become more famous throughout the globe. People thought that both Sudden Shower by Eclipse and What If by Plave, which were linked to well-known shows, were excellent choices.
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The 2025 Asia Star Entertainer Awards were more than just another trophy for Jin; they were a celebration of how original soundtracks (OSTs) are becoming increasingly important in bringing people together via song and story. As Jin gets ready for future creative projects with his real prize, his success shows how music can still reach people all across the world.
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