• aespa's Winter considers changing her stage name after fortune reading

    aespa's Winter has got fans talking about possibly changing her stage name.

    On July 26th, aespa's official YouTube channel uploaded a video called "Real Estate Fortune Reading."

    In the video, astrologer Park Sung Joon read the members' fortunes. He told Winter, "There is no sun in your saju (fortune)."

    Winter agreed, saying, "There is no fire." The astrologer explained, "Your saju is cold because there's no fire. Even your name 'Winter' sounds cold. A warmer name might be better for you," suggesting she change her stage name.

    Winter said, "I'll change my name," and the members joked, "Change it to Summer," "Spring Day, something like that."

    Winter thought about it and said, "Maybe something like 'Spring'." The astrologer also said, "Pink or red colors are good for you." Winter replied, "I'll get a red custom microphone."

    Karina laughed and said, "We're too easily influenced." The astrologer continued, saying, "You think a lot, which can lead to unnecessary worries. You might have trouble expressing your feelings and have a quick temper."

    Winter agreed, saying, "It's embarrassing. It feels like you're revealing everything about me." She laughed when the astrologer advised against sitting at the corners, saying, "I almost got into big trouble."

    The astrologer ended by saying, "You have a lot of creativity, so you might do well as a planner, organizer, or creative designer."

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  • 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!

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