The movie 'The Roundup', which ran on a box-office track from the first day of its release, surpassed 10 million viewers.

According to the integrated computer network of the Film Promotion Committee on June 13th, "The Roundup' surpassed 10.5 million viewers, surpassing the final number of viewers of the topical work 'Parasite".

While 'The Roundup' is showing its undying potential, the '10 million promise' made by actor Son Seok Koo is being re-examined.

Son Seok Koo appeared on SBS Power FM's 'Two O'Clock Escape Cultwo Show' on June 2nd and said, "If the audience exceeds 10 million, I will come back and sing on 'Cultwo Show'."

Then, Son Seok Koo announced, "I will sing Harim's 'Departure' ", raising the fans' expectations vertically.

In the '2 O'Clock Escape Cultwo Show' broadcast on June 13th, DJ Kim Tae Gyun also drew attention by mentioning Son Seok Koo's 10 million promise.

Kim Tae Gyun said, "Because you made a promise, the production team will still be trying to contact you."

Son Seok Koo is already famous among fans for his excellent singing skills.

Son Seok Koo appeared on KBS Cool FM's 'Raise the volume of Kang Han Na' in 2020 and sang the late Kim Kwang Seok's famous song 'Around 30' without accompaniment.

At the time, Son Seok Koo didn't have any special technique, but just by listening to it, he boasted a comfortable tone and made both eyes close.

Attention is focused on whether Son Seok Koo will keep his 10 million promise by singing with a sweet voice in the near future.

Meanwhile, Son Seok Koo rose to the ranks of 'popular actors' by hitting hits in JTBC's 'My Liberation Notes' and 'The Roundup'. 

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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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