Actor Jung Hae In showed his generous side recently!

On August 13, Jung Hae In appeared on the web variety show "Salon Drip 2" with Jung So Min and Kim Ji Eun from the tvN drama "Love Next Door."

Kim Ji Eun revealed that at a recent staff dinner, she tried to contribute a small amount of money, but was told it wasn’t needed because Jung Hae In had already covered the bill with his card.

Jung Hae In treated around 200 staff members to a beef feast. He humorously mentioned, “I asked them to serve beef, and everyone ended up eating only beef. I thought, ‘Pork dishes are good too!’”

He also shared that the dinner cost went into the millions. “They usually limit the amount of beef, but I asked them to lift the restriction. Even so, they checked periodically, and with more drinks, the bill just kept going up,” Jung Hae In said.

The drama "Love Next Door" tells the story of a woman trying to fix her troubled life and her complex relationship with her mother’s friend’s son, who reminds her of her past struggles. It premieres on August 17.

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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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