Girls' Generation's Sooyoung had a funny take on Seohyun trying to use informal speech.

On September 4, a video titled "A Real Conversation Between Close Friends That Needs Clarifying Every 3 Minutes" was uploaded to Hyoyeon’s YouTube channel, "Hyoyeon’s Level Up." Sooyoung appeared on the show, showcasing her humor alongside host Hyoyeon.

During the episode, Sooyoung talked about how Seohyun once tried using informal speech at Tiffany's birthday party, which also marked Girls' Generation's 17th anniversary. She shared, "At the party, we were blowing out the candles and saying, 'Congratulations!' Then I said to Seohyun, 'Hey, it's been 17 years—why not speak informally now?'"

Sooyoung expected Seohyun to hesitate, but to her surprise, Seohyun said, "Should I try? I could do it." Sooyoung humorously reenacted Seohyun’s reaction, saying, "I was like, 'Has she been waiting for this moment? Does she really want to speak informally?'"

Despite Seohyun's attempt, Hyoyeon revealed that she couldn't go through with it in the end.

Sooyoung sympathized with Seohyun, saying, "I get it. After using formal speech for 17 years, it would be weird to suddenly change." Hyoyeon agreed, adding, "We’re close enough, but it's just hard to switch after so long."

Hyoyeon then asked, "Would it even be good if Seohyun spoke informally to us? What’s the benefit?" Sooyoung made a playful face, and Hyoyeon suggested, "Maybe she could mix both formal and informal speech?"

Sooyoung agreed, saying, "Yeah, that would work better. Otherwise, it’d feel awkward." Hyoyeon added, "It’d be strange for me too. Maybe she can ease into it, like YoonA does, and that would help her feel more comfortable with us."

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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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