Actor Lim Ju Hwan has signed an exclusive contract with FNC Entertainment.

On the 18th, FNC Entertainment shared the news, saying, "We are very pleased to join hands with actor Lim Ju Hwan, who possesses a versatile face and strong acting skills."

They added, "We plan to provide full support to ensure he can showcase his talents in various fields as an actor who has built a solid filmography and made his presence felt in diverse works."

Lim Ju Hwan rose to fame with the drama 'Tamra, The Island' and has appeared in 'Ugly Alert', 'Oh My Ghost', 'Uncontrollably Fond', and 'Three Bold Siblings'. He also starred in movies like 'The Con Artists' and 'Broker'.

In 'Oh My Ghost', he played a character balancing good and evil, and in 'The Game: Towards Zero', he impressed as a chilling murderer.

FNC Entertainment, where Lim Ju Hwan has found his new home, also represents actors like Jin Ki-joo, Kim Ki Bang, Kim Dae-gon, Kim Jung-joo, Lee Do-jin, Shin Yong-seok, and Bae Yoo-joo.

Lim Ju Hwan is particularly close to Kim Ki Bang, and they even appeared together on the tvN show 'Beansprout' (translated as 'As You Sow, So Shall You Reap').

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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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