The upcoming drama "A Prefabricated Family" has wrapped up filming and is getting ready to meet viewers soon.

On the 16th, JTBC announced that filming for "A Prefabricated Family" (written by Hong Si-young and directed by Kim Seung-ho) finished on the 14th. This romance drama tells the story of three youths who were a family for ten years and then missed each other for another ten years.

Hwang In Youp stars as Kim San-ha, a handsome guy with a unique backstory. Jung Chae Yeon plays Yoon Joo-won, the only girl in the family, while Bae Hyun Sung is Kang Hae-jun, a cheerful boy who loves basketball.

Choi Won Young takes on the role of Yoon Joo-won's father, Yoon Jung-jae, and Choi Moo Sung portrays Kim San-ha's father, Kim Dae-wook. These two fathers raise the children together, showing a bond like a couple married for ten years.

The combination of fresh young actors and seasoned veterans is highly anticipated. The released photos show the bright moments of the three youths and their two fathers, giving a peek into their family life. Although they are an unconventional family, their care for each other is as strong as any biological family, sparking curiosity about their stories.

With filming complete, the "A Prefabricated Family" production team expressed their gratitude, saying, "We are relieved to have safely finished our journey and deeply thank all the actors and staff who worked tirelessly day and night."

"A Prefabricated Family" is set to air in the fall of 2024.

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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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