• Netizens choose Karina and Jang Won Young as female idols whose popularity best represent the 4th-generation

    Fans of K-pop chose Aespa's Karina and IVE's Jang Won Young as the best female idols of the fourth generation.

    On November 3, a thread started in Nate Pann, a popular online community in Korea, about the two most well-known female idol group members.

    The person who started the conversation brought up how popular both idols are and said that Karina and Jang Won Young are among the most popular members and visuals of their respective groups.

    Other Netizens participated in the conversation and did agree with the post. They said that the 2 members might get a lot of hate, but they are also the most popular members of the 4th generation of girl groups.

    Netizens commented:

    "There's always at least one post about Karina and Jang Won Young, so no one can say they're not the most popular."

    "It's so true that they're the top two because they're always in the headlines."

    "Karina isn't she the one on top? Jang Won Young is disliked by many."

    "Karina does have stunning looks."

    "They are Nate Pann's most hated idols, though."

    "I didn't like Karina before, but now that I see her with Jang Won Young, she's really pretty lol."

    "Karina is the best, in my opinion."

    How do you feel? Are Karina and Jang Won Young the best 4th-generation female idols?

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  • Lee Kyung Gyu secretly helped Hong Jin Kyung debut on TV and she didn’t even know for years

    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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