2NE1 member Sandara Park recently talked about girl group members wearing more daring outfits.

On the July 21st episode of MBC's 'King of Mask Singer' (Episode 459), masked singers performed duets to try and stop the reigning champion 'Hercules' from winning five times in a row.

During the first round, celebrity panelist Kim Gura commented on the masked singer 'Coconut Juice,' saying, "Since it's a summer special, aren't the clothes quite bold? They don't seem like an idol."

Sandara Park replied, "But these days, with Waterbomb, such outfits are quite common." She noted that many girl groups are now wearing bold outfits. IZ*ONE's Kwon Eunbi, TWICE's Nayeon, Kiss of Life's Julie, and Oh My Girl's YooA have all worn daring outfits at Waterbomb.

Sandara Park then guessed, "Anyone can see that Coconut Juice is a dancing machine." Hyojin Choi agreed, saying, "When singing, they naturally expressed the lyrics with their body. It's not a gesture you can do just once or twice."

Shim Jin Hwa added, "I totally know who it is," using the slightly hunched posture to guess that 'Coconut Juice' might be dancer Bada.

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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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