Seo Jang Hoon expressed frustration at the story that he resembled Takenori Akagi (Gori) in "Slam Dunk".

Actor Lee Se Young appeared on the comprehensive programming channel JTBC's entertainment program "Knowing Bros", which was broadcast on the night of February 19th. Lee Se Young revealed that she likes the Anime "Slam Dunk".

To this, Lee Jin Ho asked, “Which character do you like the most in ‘Slam Dunk’?” and Lee Se Young replied, “Takenori Akagi (Gori)”.

Kim Hee Chul said, "It feels a little Seo Jang Hoon", and said that the Anime characters Takenori Akagi (Gori) and Seo Jang Hoon resemble each other.

However, Seo Jang Hoon said, "I'm sorry, but I've heard that story a lot since "Slam Dunk" came out. I've heard a lot of people say that I look like Takenori Akagi (Gori) and Hanamichi Sakuragi", adding, "What's frustrating about is that the two friends don't have skills", drawing a line that is different from himself.

Seo Jang Hoon continued, "As many of you who have seen "Slam Dunk" know, those two friends are just people who do it physically. I am not that kind of player”, he said, revealing the pride of the national treasure center.

In response, Lee Su Geun criticized Seo Jang Hoon, saying, "I've never seen anyone say anything to an Anime character".

However, Seo Jang Hoon did not give in and emphasized that he was different from himself, who even had skills, saying, “I know that facial features and things like this are like Takenori Akagi (Gori), but the frustrating thing is that those friends only like their physical abilities”.

Hearing this, Lee Jin Ho said, “Jang Hoon got it wrong. why don't you have the skills Hanamichi Sakuragi has the skill to make sushi”, he said, making everyone laugh.

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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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