LE SSERAFIM won first place in a music show 8 days after their debut.

LE SSERAFIM, who released their debut album "FEARLESS" on May 2nd, took first place in SBS MTV's "The Show" on May 10th.

"We're happy just to be nominated for first place, but it's like a dream to receive a valuable award. It's even more honorable because it's the first music show since debut. Being able to stand on the stage where we exist and love It's all thanks to the fans. We'll do our best to show you a better side", LE SSERAFIM said through their agency Source Music.

On today's show, LE SSERAFIM set the stage for the title song "FEARLESS" with a racing track-inspired set. Immediately following the broadcast, related hashtags like "#FEARLESS1STWIN" and "#LESSERAFIM1STWIN" became the global Twitter real-time trend.

"FEARLESS" charted for a total of 5 days on Spotify's "Global Top 200," the world's largest music streaming company, and peaked at 171st on the 3rd, setting a new record for the shortest period among debut tracks by a female group.

In addition, the girl group's debut album set a new record in Initial Chodong, according to the Hanteo Chart (album sales for a week based on the release date).

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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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