ILLIT's Wonhee Passes Transfer Exam for Hanlim Arts High School, Enrolls in Practical Music Department
ILLIT's Wonhee has successfully passed the transfer exam for Hanlim Multi Art School.
According to a Hanlim Multi Art School representative on September 10, ILLIT's Wonhee passed the transfer exam for the Practical Music Department and will transfer to Hanlim from her current school.
Alongside Wonhee, Izna's Yusarang also passed the transfer exam and was accepted into Hanlim's Practical Dance Department.
Hanlim Multi Art School, located in Seoul, is a private arts high school that currently enrolls active idols and notable trainees, such as ZEROBASEONE's Han Yujin, IVE's Leeseo, CLASS:y's Park Boeun, and 'I-LAND 2' contestants Kim Gyuri and Kim Minsol.
Meanwhile, ILLIT achieved great success with their debut song "Magnetic," becoming the first K-pop debut song to enter the U.S. Billboard's main song chart, the 'Hot 100,' as well as charting on domestic music sites.
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!
