LE SSERAFIM, the rising girl group under Source Music, recently made an appearance on JTBC's "Knowing Bros," and it was a moment that fans and netizens won't forget anytime soon.

During the show, Kazuha, one of the members, revealed a story from her ballet student days before debuting as an idol under JYP Entertainment.

Kazuha, who is Japanese, shared that she had been studying ballet for 15 years, starting at the tender age of three.

She even studied abroad in the Netherlands to pursue her dream of becoming a ballerina. However, her life took an unexpected turn when she suddenly became interested in K-Pop while attending ballet school.

"I thought I would try auditioning, so I sent a video, and I received a call back," she shared, revealing that she had no idea what was coming her way.

At first, Kazuha thought it was a scam, but when she met the JYP team in person, she realized that it was the real deal.

The transition from ballet to K-Pop wasn't easy for Kazuha. In ballet, you need to keep your core and maintain your posture, but when she started K-Pop, she took hip-hop classes and found it challenging to get used to the bent postures. Her teacher even said that she looked like a tree dancing.

Despite the difficulties, Kazuha persevered and pursued her dream. When asked if her parents had any objections to her career choice, she said that they were worried, but they understood that doing what you want to do is the best thing.

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As expected, netizens had a lot to say about Kazuha's story. Here are some of the comments:

"Kazuha's story is so inspiring! It's amazing how she pursued her dreams and didn't let anything hold her back."

"I can't believe Kazuha used to be a ballerina! She's such a great dancer, and her hard work definitely paid off."

"Kazuha's dedication to her craft is so admirable. It's not easy to switch from ballet to K-Pop, but she did it with grace and determination."

"I love how supportive Kazuha's parents are. It's essential to have a strong support system when pursuing your dreams."

"Kazuha's story is proof that you can do anything you set your mind to. I'm excited to see what else she'll accomplish in the future."

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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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