• 6 Korean Actors Who Started As A K-Pop Idol

    Idol stars are doing great as actors. Many idols are proudly starring in dramas such as Lee Jun Ho of MBC's "The Red Sleeve," Kim Se Jeong of SBS' "Business Proposal," and Park Hyung Sik of Disney+'s "Soundtrack #1."

    In fact, there have been many singers who turned into actors in the past.

    Many people may not be from idols, but they introduce six actors who once played in the music industry.

    Joo Won- Freeze

    Before his debut as an actor, Joo Won worked as a member of the five-member mixed group Freeze aimed at children.

    In the 2006 FREEZE, Joo Won danced cutely with his fresh appearance. 

    He also hosted SBS's "Viva Freeze," a kids' variety show for children who are busy living in schools and academies.

    Joo Won left Freeze and began to establish himself as an actor by appearing in the musical "Altaboys."

    Son Ho Jun - Tachyon

    In 2005, Son Ho Jun joined the broadcaster as the MC of a live entertainment information program.

    Meanwhile, he worked as a three-member male group Tachyon in 2007.

    Tachyon is a hypothetical particle that moves faster than light, and it was a group name that meant to receive the music industry faster than light.

    Son Ho Jun, who appeared on tvN's "Live Talk Show Taxi" after becoming famous as an actor, drew laughter by saying, "I didn't know it would disappear faster than light."

    Kim Ji Seok - LEO

    Kim Ji Seok made his debut in 2001 with the first album of the five-member dance group LEO, "You Slowly."

    Kim Ji Seok, who recently appeared on tvN's "Mountain City Women," said, "I debuted as an original singer. I was in charge of high rap and English rap in LEO."

    Kim Ji Seok began his acting career in earnest in 2004 through MBC's "Between Lady and Aunt."

    Oh Yeon Seo - Love

    Oh Yeon Seo debuted in 2002 with Jeon Hye-bin and Evi as a trio of girl group Love.

    Oh Yeon Seo, who appeared on tvN's "Live Talk Show Taxi" said, "Love will disband in line with the 2002 World Cup." The boss called us and said, "Go home." That's what it tells you it was decommissioned.

    Love in six months to complete the Oh Yeon Seo KBS school in 2003 'development round # 1 drama' acting through the challenge.

    Seo Hyun Jin - M.I.L.K

    Seo Hyun Jin is a four-member girl band through M.I.L.K made her debut as a trainee day in the entertainment sm.

    Seo Hyun Jin was the main outstanding singing ability has enough on vocals.

    Seo Hyun Jin is a 'suits' after the milk up, MBC 'Here Comes Mr. Oh', JTBC, 'Beauty inside', 'You are my spring' actor working in a variety of work as coming.

    Kim Kang Woo - The Guardian

    Kim Kang Woo was the male quartet had active in the pop scene as a rapper of the Guardian.

    In the past, MBC, who starred in 'tv, Entertainment News section' about Kim Kang Woo made her debut as a rapper is the idol group and explained, "In an unguarded moment, and then go to the agency had friends in curiosity just got.".

    Jo Hyun Jae actor in The Guardian also belongs. Jo Hyun Jae at the time is responsible for the singer.

  • Lee Kyung Gyu secretly helped Hong Jin Kyung debut on TV and she didn’t even know for years

    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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