BIGBANG member T.O.P has released a photo announcing that he is about to embark on a space trip.

On the 3rd, he posted a picture on his Instagram with the caption "Hi, there!" In the photo, T.O.P can be seen smiling while wearing a uniform with the NASA logo and a VIP access pass around his neck.

As his upcoming space trip draws near, his face is filled with happiness. T.O.P will be participating in "Dear Moon," a lunar tourism project developed by SpaceX, a US space exploration company founded by Elon Musk.

The project was planned by Maezawa Yusaku, who founded Japan's largest online shopping mall, "Zozotown," and he is supporting all expenses.

The project is a schedule where the crew will orbit the moon for about six days aboard the Starship spacecraft being developed by SpaceX.

In addition to T.O.P, "Dear Moon" includes a variety of artists from different countries and fields, such as DJ and producer, photographer, documentary filmmaker, actor, musician, and YouTuber, with a total of 8 crew members planned to participate.

The news has elicited a wide range of reactions from netizens, with many expressing excitement and support for T.O.P's out-of-this-world endeavor.

Here are some of the most notable reactions:

"Wow, this is incredible! T.O.P is truly one of a kind, and I'm so excited to see what he'll bring to this project."

"I never thought I'd see a K-pop idol going to space! T.O.P is breaking boundaries, and I'm here for it."

"I can't believe T.O.P is actually doing this! He's so brave, and I'm sure he'll make all of us proud."

"This is such a unique opportunity, and I'm thrilled that T.O.P gets to be a part of it. I hope he has an amazing time!"

"I'm not even a BIGBANG fan, but I have to admit, this is pretty cool. It's great to see people from different fields coming together for a common goal."

"I don't know much about space, but I trust that T.O.P knows what he's doing. Good luck to him and the rest of the crew!"

"I'm a little worried about T.O.P's safety, but I'm sure SpaceX has everything under control. I just hope he comes back safe and sound."

"I can't even imagine how T.O.P must be feeling right now. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and I'm so happy for him!"

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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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