The production team of Mnet's "Queendom 2" shared their thoughts on the evil editing controversy that erupted following the pre-released video.

On March 30, an online production presentation of Mnet's "Queendom 2" was held to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Taeyeon, Lee Yong Jin, Brave Girls Minyoung, VIVIZ Umji, WJSN Exy, LOONA Eve, Kep1er Eugene, Hyorin, and Park Chan Wook CP, and PD Lee Yeon Kyu attended the scene to talk about various things.

"Queendom 2" is a survival program in which the six best K-pop idol teams release singles at the same time and enter a comeback competition.

In the previously pre-released video, the cast members who exude a cold atmosphere as if they were fighting. Regarding this, some responded that Mnet might have done the evil's editing.

"Rather than a evil's editing", said PD Lee Yeon Kyu, "the level of people viewing Mnet has increased these days, therefore I think our purpose is to display it without hiding it."

"Everyone is sweating, training, and working hard to exhibit the four-minute performance," she continued, adding, "I'm trying to deal with that in a more honest and epic way, and I'll do my best to show the six people's performed flawlessly."

Mnet's "Queendom 2" is a survival program in which Brave Girls, VIVIZ, WJSN, LOONA, Kepler, and Hyolyn compete.

Taeyeon of Girls' Generation will be the grandmaster, and comedian Lee Yong Jin will be the queen manager. It will premiere at 9:20 p.m. on March 31.

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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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