The main character of the popular drama "Penthouse" and director Joo Dong Min once again unite to show off their strong loyalty.

On February 18th, TVing announced that the original web entertainment show "All Viewers +: Short Buster", which contains director Joo Dong Min's short film production story, will be released in April.

Director Joo Dong Min, who received attention for succeeding in "Penthouse", will transform into a short film director in the entertainment show.

The short film, created by director Joo Dong Min, features a number of actors Shin Eun Kyung, Um Ki Joon, Lee Ji Ah, Kim So Yeon, Bong Tae Kyu, and Yoon Joo He who played as the main actors of "Penthouse".

They reportedly expressed their intention to participate in director Joo Dong Min's debut work despite their busy schedules since the end of the "Penthouse".

Actors with solid acting skills as well as perfect teamwork and director Joo Dong Min are expected to reunite to create an unrivaled short film that has never been seen before.

Director Joo Dong Min plans to present the short film "It's Alright" (working title), which divides various social groups appearing in the aftermath of the COVID-19 into six stories and unravels them in a black comedy format.

Attention is focusing on what kind of acting the actors, who worked together with passionate and captivating performances in "Penthouse", will show in this short film.

Director Joo Dong Min's film "It's Alright" will be released exclusively on TVing in April.

Meanwhile, in addition to director Joo Dong Min, 8 teams of directors, including Kwak Kyung Taek, Kim Gok Kim Sun, Yoon Sung Ho, Hong Seok Jae, Kim Cho Hee, Ryu Deok Hwan and Cho Hyun Chul, will appear.

They are also planning to complete their own short films with individuality.

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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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