Nam Joo Hyuk's perfect reporting skills in the tvN drama 'Twenty-Five Twenty-One' are attracting attention.

In the recently successfully aired tvN 'Twenty-Five Twenty-One', Nam Joo Hyuk plays the role of Baek Yi Jin, a reporter for a sports station.

Although Nam Joo Hyuk took on the role of a broadcast reporter for the first time, he has nevertheless been praised for his perfect performance.

Among them, the scene of reporting in heavy rain that aired on March 20 received particularly favorable reviews.

Nam Joo Hyuk's reporting skills, equipped with stable breathing, tone of voice, heavy vocalization and serious eyes, are truly top-notch.

The reason he was able to report perfectly was because of his hidden effort. 

It is said that Nam Joo Hyuk met with a sports reporter in person and was instructed, and he listened to the recorded files over and over and carefully practiced pronunciation and vocalization. 

A drama official said that Nam Joo Hyuk was constantly looking for sports news to get used to the news flow and to learn the characteristics of the language.

Netizens cheered enthusiastically with reactions such as "It's really cool to see the continuous development" and "It's like news when you close your eyes."

On the other hand, tvN's 'Twenty-Five Twenty-One', in which Nam Joo Hyuk's passionate performance shines, is broadcast every Saturday and Sunday at 9:10 pm.

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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