The 'Squid Game' stars landed to carry out promotions in the US.

The main stars of the Netflix original 'Squid Game' will go to US for promotional schedules. Actor Jeong Ho Yeon already left the country last November 1 and Lee Jung Jae's departure was also reported. Actors Park Hae Soo and Hwang Dong Hyeok also left.

Meanwhile, 'Squid Game' is a story of people who participated in a mysterious survival game with a prize of 45.6 billion won, risking their lives to become the ultimate winner. It was a syndrome-like popularity at home and abroad, becoming the highest-grossing work in Netflix history. It became number 1 on Netflix's 'Today's Top 10' in a total of 94 countries. 

As the 'squid game' became popular abroad, an interview schedule was set up in the United States. And finally, Lee Jung Jae will attend on the '2021 Art + Film Gala' which will be held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on the 7th. 

Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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