Park Bo Gum says he might have a drinking tolerance now
Actor Park Bo Gum, who usually doesn’t drink, hit it off with Ireland Ramparts choir director Lurie.
On the second episode of JTBC’s variety show ‘My Name is Gabriel,’ which aired on June 28, Park Bo Gum hung out with the choir members for an after-party.
After choir practice, Park Bo Gum went to a local pub with the Ramparts choir members. They toasted with dark beer, just like the Irish do. When someone asked, "How do you like dark beer? Didn’t you enjoy it?" Park Bo Gum smiled and said, "Yes."
In the studio, when asked, "Are you good at drinking?"Park Bo Gum shook his head. He admitted, "I originally had no tolerance. I don't even know how much I can drink because I rarely drink. But since I've been having a drink after practice every day, I think I might develop a tolerance."
In the footage, Park Bo Gum was seen drinking not just that day but also the next two days, making everyone laugh as he synced with Lurie, right down to the liver.
Lee Kyung Gyu secretly helped Hong Jin Kyung debut on TV and she didn’t even know for years
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!
