The BTS crew got back together, but something was off – Suga was nowhere to be seen.

Bright and early on the 12th, Jin, the oldest BTS member, finished his military service after 18 months. He was discharged from the Army's 5th Division in Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do.

As Jin stepped out, ready to join his buddies, the BTS gang waited in a vehicle. J-Hope and V rocked beanies, while V and Jimin sported military gear. RM, serving in the military band, even brought out his saxophone and jammed to BTS's 'Dynamite' to mark Jin's comeback.

But hold up, the gang wasn't complete. Suga was MIA. RM, J-Hope, V, Jimin, and Jungkook all got leave to celebrate Jin, but Suga couldn't make it.

Suga kicked off his military stint last September as a social service worker. Then, in April, he hit up the Nonsan Training Center after wrapping up his alternative service following active duty.

Word has it that Suga couldn't swing by Yeoncheon due to some ongoing situation. But since he's serving as a social service worker, chances are he'll catch up with the crew soon. They planned to meet up later that day for a small shindig.

Meanwhile, Jin wasted no time getting back into the swing of things. The day after his discharge, on the 13th, he's set to hit up the '2024 FESTA' bash at Seoul Jamsil Sports Complex. Plus, he's got a hug event lined up to meet fans face-to-face.

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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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