ENHYPEN has reached a new high on the U.S. Billboard 200 with their second full-length album.

On July 21, Billboard's official website revealed that ENHYPEN's second studio album, 'ROMANCE : UNTOLD,' debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 for the week of July 27.

This position is just behind Eminem’s new release 'The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce).'

Billboard reported that 'ROMANCE : UNTOLD' sold 117,000 copies and gained 7,000 SEA units (sales from streaming).

This achievement means ENHYPEN has now placed all seven of their Korean albums on the Billboard 200, starting with their mini-album 'BORDER : CARNIVAL.' Four of these albums have made it to the 'Top 10.'

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With 'ROMANCE : UNTOLD,' ENHYPEN improved their ranking from previous works ('DARK BLOOD' and 'ORANGE BLOOD'), moving up two spots from No. 4 to No. 2, and marking their first-ever entry into the 'Top 3' on this chart.

The album also set a new record for ENHYPEN with the highest sales, reaching No. 1 on the 'Top Album Sales' chart.

ENHYPEN is hitting new career milestones with 'ROMANCE : UNTOLD.' The album surpassed 2 million total sales within just five days of release and recorded first-week sales of 2,344,749 copies.

ENHYPEN not only broke their own first-week sales record but also achieved their first 'double million-seller,' showing their strong global presence.

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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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