IVE's very own Jang Won Young recently dropped a bombshell about her past career dreams. In a sneak peek of her upcoming appearance on YouTube channel TEO, she revealed a surprising secret.

In the teaser, released on April 30th, we see Jang Won Young and Jang Do Yeon chilling under the banner of 'Salon Drip 2'.

Jang Won Young kicked off the conversation with a heartfelt confession, "I've always felt a bit regretful that we never had a serious chat. But today, through 'Salon Drip 2', we can finally do that." Jang Do Yeon playfully responded, "The AI princess has graced us with her presence."

The conversation took an interesting turn when Jang Won Young was asked about her alternate career path. She caught everyone's attention when she admitted, "I actually wanted to be an announcer."

Jang Do Yeon, intrigued, asked her to give announcing a shot, saying, "Can't you just try it once? If you don't like it, you can say no." But Jang Won Young was quick to shut it down with a firm, "I don't like it."

Jang Won Young then shared some wisdom, saying, "Hard work is important, but there's also something to be said for natural talent." Jang Do Yeon agreed, urging her to share more insights like this in the future.

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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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