LE SSERAFIM, the K-Pop group known for their mesmerizing vocals and stunning performances, recently made headlines for their fan meeting's gender proportion.

On March 19, a netizen shared a breakdown of the gender and age proportion of fans who reserved a spot for LE SSERAFIM's fan meeting event. According to the post, 55.9% of the fans were female, while 44.1% were male.

The breakdown of the age proportion of the fans was equally interesting, with 29.6% being in their teens, 51.1% in their 20s, 15% in their 30s, and only 3.6% in their 40s.

The numbers revealed that the majority of the fans were young adults, with a significant number in their teenage years.

Netizens were quick to express their surprise at the gender proportion, with some hoping that the group would attract more female fans in the future.

Many were impressed by the almost equal distribution between male and female fans. They also praised the group for having a diverse fanbase that spans across different age groups.

However, some netizens shared their initial assumptions about the group's fan base, stating that they thought LE SSERAFIM catered more towards female fans.

Others were surprised that the group had a higher percentage of male fans, which they attributed to the popularity of member Kim Chaewon.

Other reactions included:

"They must have lots of female fans."

"I hope they attract more female fans."

"Wow, the number of men and women is almost just right."

"I didn't think they'd have as many male fans as they do. I thought they'd have mostly female fans."

"Isn't this ratio though just right? It's close to 50/50, and they also have a lot of fans in their teens and twenties."

"The ratio is, in all honesty, very good!"

"I thought they'd have more male fans, Lol. Kim Chaewon is to blame."

"I thought they were a group that only had female fans."

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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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