Jaejoong and TXT members Yeonjun and Beomgyu recently made a candid confession about their social lives.

On the 37th episode of 'Jae Friends,' Yeonjun and Beomgyu joined their senior Jaejoong for an honest conversation. The topic of dance challenges and making friends came up during their chat.

Jaejoong brought up the trend of dance challenges among idol groups and expressed, "Inkigayo must be hard, since don't you have to do a lot of dance challenges?"

In response, Yeonjun shared, "I enjoy doing challenges. If I dance to another group's choreography my fans enjoy it so I enjoy the challenges too."

Jaejoong then confessed that meeting new people for these dance challenges has become daunting for him since his MBTI personality changed from ENFJ to INFJ, making him more introverted.

"In my prime… I was known as the most well-connected celebrity. I had that many friends. But I don't have friends anymore," Jaejoong confessed. He continued, "I have around 1,000 or 2,000 contacts on my phone but no one that I can call up and have a meal with."

The TXT members also agreed with Jaejoong's sentiment. Yeonjun shared, "I'm like that too. People think that I have a lot of friends. But I only have a few friends."

When Jaejoong asked how many friends they would be able to call for a spontaneous meal, Beomgyu responded, "I have about four friends that can come out but they all live in the same house," causing everyone to laugh.

As the conversation continues to make waves, fans are appreciating the candidness of their idols and are sending them love and support.

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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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