Idols from small agencies are a hot topic online for their overflowing visuals.

On August 15, a post about these idols began trending on enter-talk‘ community board under the title, “AREN'T THERE QUITE A LOT OF VISUALS FROM MID/SMALL AGENCIES?“.

The netizen who posted said, "Cha Eunwoo, Infinite L, Im Siwan,BTS V, The Boyz Juyeon, Monsta X Chae Hyungwon. Who else? “.

The netizen then listed all the comments as the following:

"I don't think that Juyeon and Hyungwon have the visuals to be mentioned here but to be honest, I find Juyeon and Hyungwon's visuals handsomer than the ones from the big companies"

"L, V, Cha Eunwoo and 'Im Siwan' (T/N: I think OP didn't include him at first)"

"Can you delete this? It's true that Hyungwon and Juyeon are f*cking handsome but I feel like it will attract the trolls"

"Kids like Cha Eunwoo and L were always legendary so that's why. Kids like Hyungwon and Juyeon are indeed above average but I think that this post is setting them up"

"Just the comments say, Cha Eunwoo, L and Im Siwan are way too legendary so… Hyungwon and Juyeon definitely don't have the looks to be bashed on no? Considering the recent male idols, they seriously are f*cking handsome"

"But it's true that even from a mid-sized company, Hyungwon and Juyeon are way above average. They are tall, have good physiques, are freaking handsome, and are good at their work too. Kids like Im Siwan and L are just the top of the industry"

"I find Juyeon and Hyungwon both likable but to be honest, they shouldn't be included in this lineup"

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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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