Actor Kim Woo Bin, who had been battling nasopharyngeal cancer for a long time, honestly talked about his current health.

On July 18th, Kim Woo Bin had an interview with a number of media two days before the release of the sci-fi fantasy movie 'Alienoid' in which he starred.

'Alienoid' is the first work Kim Woo Bin filmed after resuming his activities after a hiatus due to a battle with nasopharyngeal cancer.

When asked about his current health, Kim Woo Bin said, "It would be convenient if I could express my body's energy in percent like my character guard in the movie."

He announced the good news, "Last Tuesday was the 5th anniversary of the end of treatment, so I had regular checkups. I heard the doctor say that I am healthier than before."

After battling nasopharyngeal cancer, his attitude toward life has changed, and Kim Woo Bin also talked about the change.

Kim Woo Bin recalled, "Before, I always lived for the future. It was for a body that would be better tomorrow even if I exercised, and acting without sleeping today was to show a better performance tomorrow. I lived and whipped for my future." .

However, after he became seriously ill, he came to think of the present as important.

Kim Woo Bin said, "I really like the present moment. I try to feel this moment alone and enjoy it more. I try to focus more on the person in front of me. I think I can make you happy."

Finally, at the end of the interview, Kim Woo Bin gave a special request, "Be sure to undergo a health check-up."

Meanwhile, Kim Woo Bin felt abnormal symptoms in his body while digesting his schedule in May 2017 and visited the hospital, where he was diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer.

Kim Woo Bin, who had ceased activities and continued to receive medication and radiation treatment to recover his health, surprised fans by appearing as a presenter at the '40th Blue Dragon Film Awards' held in November 2019.

However, his full-fledged activities began this year. 

Kim Woo Bin met fans after a long time by appearing in tvN's 'Our Blues' and 'Somehow the President 2' this year.

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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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