Child actress Ryu Han-bi has become a hot topic because of supposed debut with NEWJEANS instead of Hyein.

On August 13, a post about Ryu Han-bi and Hyein began trending on Nate's community board Pann under the title, "Wow Instead of Ryu Han-bi, Hyein made it to NEWJEANS…".

The netizen then stated the following claims, "Ryu Han-bi was dropped, so they were looking for the last person, so they took Hyein from 'My Teen Girl'".

The netizen added, "So Hyein was the last person to join the group? That's f*cking pretty cool. You just never know what will happen to people".

Other netizens quickly responded with comments such as:

"Doesn't Ryu Han-bi go well with Le Sserafim? She was born in 2005, and if she had made it instead of Kim Garam, she would have been great"

"Ryu Han-bi is also cute and looks innocent, but Hyein fits the group's image better"

"She was in NEWJEANS' debut group at first, but she was taken out of Le Sserafim and then left the company. Before Le Sserafim came out, there were some people who told others about it"

"Wow, Ryu Han-bi is the kid who was on 'The Scholar Who Walks the Night'?"

"She left the company, though, so she must have been taken out of the debut unit. It's a shame, because I'm not sure Hyein belongs with the group."

"The name Ryu Han-bi is so pretty."

What are your thoughts on the post about Ryu Han-bi and Hyein?

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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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