RED VELVET’s Yeri and Aespa’s Karina have recently been seen hanging out together, which is making fans of both groups gush over how cute they are as friends.

During "SMTOWN Live 2022: SMCU Express", fans could watch Yeri and Karina interact in a cute way as they stood next to each other in front of the crowd. As they stood next to each other and talked during the show, the two idols seemed to get along very well.

Fans even saw them laughing together, and one picture captured a funny moment when they were deeply staring into each other's eyes.

At the same time, a post in an online community went viral, and netizens showed their mixed reactions.

But she still treats Soshi like a maknae. I really can't believe that Yeri's older.

So you're saying Yeri is the unnie?

Joy also talked about when Aespa gave her an album on her Instagram, and this video shows that there doesn't seem to be any trouble between the two groups. So it's silly for people to make up rumors that they hate each other.

Karina is, in fact, very pretty (OP is comparing her to Yeri)

Yeri is seriously the turtle style. So cuteㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ.

Wow, look at how different RV and Karina's faces are…. Karina's face is very small and round.

Why does Joy's smile in the back look so nice?

Gasp… Yeri is my RV bias and seeing their friendship is freaking nice..ㅠ

She always seems to want to be friends with the smart kids.

What are your thoughts on the post about Yeri and Karina's encounter?

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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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