ONF achieved their first music show win on April 16 with their title track "Bye My Monster" from their 8th mini-album 'Beautiful Shadow.'

Tweet

They clinched the victory over EPEX's "Youth2Youth" and KISS OF LIFE's "Midas Touch," marking a significant milestone for the group.

Korean netizens were particularly impressed by ONF's encore live performance following their win, praising their talent and stage presence.

Korean netizens commented, "Wow, their live performance is impressive," "Their harmonizing at the later part of the song is perfect," "They would be singing perfectly even if they were crying while singing," "Congrats to the boys!" "I'm so happy for them, they deserve the win," "They sing so well," "This is what you call a real live performance," "All the members are so good at singing," "Changyoon looks like he's about to cry but he still sings in perfect pitch, lol," "I'm from a different fandom but this still makes me cry," "Their song is so good," "ONF, let's sore higher," "I am impressed by their encore performance," and "This is so good."

Source(1)

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!

Source: [1]