(G)I-DLE's Yuqi shared some tough stories about her trainee days and the strict dieting rules she faced.

On July 12th, a video featuring Yuqi was posted on the YouTube channel '집대성'. In the video, Yuqi talked about how hard it was to diet as a female idol trainee.

She said, "When I was a trainee, we had to weigh ourselves every Saturday. I always felt so sick on those days." Daesung, who was also in the video, felt for her and said, "Weighing yourselves every week? That’s really tough."

Yuqi then mentioned, "Miyeon unnie told me that YG trainees weigh themselves every day." Daesung replied, "We wouldn’t know. It seems like female trainees had it tougher."

Daesung asked, "You must have become an expert at losing weight. What was the most effective method?"

Yuqi answered, "I really became an expert. After eating during Chuseok, I gained a lot of weight. They printed our weights and posted them in front of the office." She explained that everyone could see her weight.

She added, "At that time, seniors like BTOB, Pentagon, and HyunA sunbaenim could see it as they passed by, so I lost 5kg in three days. We had to reach our target weight before they would take the printout down. I still can’t forget that experience."

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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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