A photo of the Marine Corps Boot Camp (training facility) has been released, and a star has been captured.

He is P.O. (Pyo Ji Hoon), a member of Block B, who joined the Marine Corps on March 28. 

On April 4th, various images from the first week of training and daily life instruction of the 1280th recruitment's third and fifth training units were posted on the Marine Corps' official blog. Several images were provided, but the appearance of trainee P.O was recognizable.

P.O had his hair cut short and was practicing and living in a disciplined posture in the shot. He wore a mask that covered more than half of his face, yet it seemed that P.O's charming fierce eyes and aura could not be hidden.

P.O arrived at the Marine Corps Education and Training Team in Ocheon-eup, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do at around 2:10 p.m. on the 28th of last month and walked into the unit.

After seven weeks of training, P.O will become a marine on the 1280th. P.O's discharge date is September 2023.

P.O, who made his debut as a member of the group Block B in 2011, has received acclaim for his work in entertainment, drama, and theater.

He has reinforced his place as an artist in particular by featuring in the tvN entertainment shows "New Journey to the West" and "Great Escape" series.

Late last year, he signed an exclusive contract with Artist Company, an agency founded by actors Lee Jung Jae and Jung Woo Sung, to launch his new career as an actor.

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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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