• SBS Security Guard reportedly apologized to Red Velvet's Joy for the shouting incident, but fans doubt Joy got the apology

    A situation involving an SBS employee using informal language and shouting towards Red Velvet's Joy has sparked controversy.

    Recently, an online community shared a video of Joy on her way to work at SBS headquarters for the recording of 'Animal Farm.' In the video, Joy was spotted interacting with her fans.

    During this interaction, an SBS staff member loudly said, "Please make way," "Please enter quickly," "I told you to enter," and "Step back." Joy appeared uncertain in response and adjusted her movements.

    Although it hasn't been confirmed that the employee's remarks were directed at Joy, rumors suggest that both Joy and her fans were taken aback by the staff member's abrupt behavior.

    Later, the staff member emerged to explain that their actions were driven by safety concerns and offered an apology. However, a netizen known as A, who was present at the scene, disclosed, "Another security guard later apologized for the previous one's shouting and expressed regret for the incident. We don't know if Joy received the apology."

    A went on to elaborate, saying, "That guard requested that I step outside briefly to allow other vehicles to leave. After the cars departed, fans re-entered to take photos with Joy. During this time, Joy approached the fans, and as they entered, the guard told the fans to move aside and urged Joy to enter quickly."

    A concluded by stating, "Fans are not upset because they were unable to see Joy. Their disappointment stems from the fact that they came to interact with fans as part of their usual routine but encountered loud shouting and informal language without any explanation."

    Online users are expressing diverse viewpoints, such as:

    "Even though the security guard might have been worried about safety and had a reason to step in, using rude language is very upsetting."

    "If the guard had to clear the way for a car, wouldn't they be responsible if something went wrong?"

    "From the sound in the film, it sounds like a car was leaving. Even though I understand why the security guard was upset for a moment because it was their job and the situation could have been dangerous, the yelling was too much."

    "The tone used is rather unsettling."

    On a separate note, in April, Joy temporarily suspended her activities due to health issues but made her return as an MC for 'TV Animal Farm' in June, a couple of months later.

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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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