Apink will present their first unit in 11 years of debut.

On June 13th, the agency IST Entertainment announced, "Apink's unit consisting of members Park Cho Rong and Yoon Bo Mi will release their first album in July."

The agency said, "We are working hard to prepare to meet fans with new charm and high-quality music, so please look forward to it."

The group name of the unit presented this time, 'Chobom', is derived from the names of two people, Park Cho Rong and Yoon Bo Mi.

It is the first time for Apink to release an official unit album rather than a one-time combination for album tracks or performances, so many people's attention is focused.

Apink debuted in the music industry with the release of the album 'Seven Springs of Apink' in 2011.

After that, Apink's 'NoNoNo', 'Mr. Chu', 'LUV', and 'There is no one', and many other hit songs were created and loved by fans.

Park Cho Rong and Yoon Bo Mi, who have been attracting attention for their presence as 'all-around idols', are paying attention to how they will show off their charms with different transformations and music through this unit activity.

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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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