Netizens are talking about NewJeans' live encore performance on "Inkigayo".

As was said, NewJeans got the number one spot on the SBS music show on January 15. The winners of the week went back on stage to perform "OMG" again.

As has been said before, K-pop fans have been interested for a long time in the fact that most encore stages will have live singing without AR.

During the encore, each NewJeans member held a microphone and sang their parts. In the comments section, netizens said that their live singing was entertaining and that Hanni was especially good, which set a high standard for the group.

Many people also said that Hyein had a "beautiful vocal tone" and that Danielle sang with "confidence" when they heard them live.

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Some more comments and responses are:

"Hanni is sooooooooo good"

"Hanni's voice is powerful and has a wide range."

"Can't believe how good Hanni is"

"Hyein's voice has such a beautiful tone"

"Hyein's voice is so beautiful"

"They're all good, maybe except for the beginning"

"Is there a problem with Minji's headphones? It looks like Minji is a little nervous and could work on her confidence."

"Can't really hear Haerin, but they're all pretty good."

"Hyein and Hanni are both great dancers and singers."

"Excellent"

"Is Hanni the lead singer?"

"I think Haerin needs to work on being more sure of herself."

"Gets better as it goes on"

"Is Minji a rapper?"

What do you think of this encore?

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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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