EXO Kai, who recently finished his second solo album decorated the February issue of the luxury brand 'Esquire'

Kai, who released his second mini-album 'Peaches' in November 2021, focused on talking about about happiness in his interview.

Kai said, "In the past, I thought that the greatest happiness of a singer was singing itself, but now I think that the greatest happiness of a singer is that there is 'someone' who sings it.There is joy in seeing people singing along and singing and dancing for them. I met fans during an online concert recently and my heart was filled.”

He continued, "The choices you made to make you happy can make you happy for a while, but you can suffer later because of those choices. In the end, I think happiness is something that keeps changing.”

He also said about how to maintain a calm attitude in life without falling into the pleasures of the moment, saying, “There is also an influence from my family. For example, they say something too simple, like “just live,” but sometimes that penetrates me.”

The February 2022 issue of 'Esquire', featuring Kai's pictorial, will be available for purchase at bookstores starting tomorrow January 22, 2021.

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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