DAY6’s Young K recently spilled the beans on the band’s origin story. On April 23, Young K made a special guest appearance on the Vivo TV YouTube talk show, where he was chauffeured to his next stop by Song Eun Yi.

In the video posted on that day, Young K opened up about the group’s first full group comeback in four years.

He revealed that due to COVID-19 and the members’ compulsory military service, they had taken a break for four years.

Specifically, Young K disclosed that the members had coordinated their enlistment to ensure that they would enlist and also be discharged around the same time.

Also, during the show, Young K looked back on his journey since joining JYP Entertainment and the group’s evolution as DAY6.

He shared, “Back when I was in Canada, many people complimented my singing skills, which really boosted my confidence. But after joining JYP, I was humbled because it felt like all the talented people were gathered at JYP.”

Young K also revealed that DAY6 was formed as a band due to the members’ lack of dance skills. He shared, “We were the first group that JYP Entertainment gave up on when it comes to dancing. That’s why we formed DAY6 as a band. It wasn’t because we were all good at playing instruments.”

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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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