A fresh set of photos featuring BLACKPINK's Rose has hit the stands.

Rose recently posed for a photo session and shared her thoughts in an interview with the style magazine, Dazed.

Being a part of the global sensation, BLACKPINK, Rose has been on a non-stop journey around the globe for nearly 8 years. She confessed, "I've been pushing myself to the limit. I feel the need to pause, as that's how I believe I can recharge my drive."

She further added, "I wanted to explore my preferences, my style. I felt it was time to embrace what I needed to, take a small break, have faith in myself without overthinking, and give myself some time."

Rose, who graced the cover of the 'Dazed' Spring Edition, shared her new mantra, stating, "If there's something I want to tell myself, it's to just Wait. The art of patience is something you should master. Wait and See! I think it's a phrase I'll be reminding myself more often in the future."

In other news, Rose lent her voice to the theme song of 'Island 2: N/a', set to premiere on Mnet on the 18th.

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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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