Singer Young Tak opened up about his past audition with JYP Entertainment and his journey towards a music career.

In a recent video released on Rain's YouTube channel 'Season B Season' on the 12th, Young Tak talked about his early days. He shared, “My father and uncle were professional soldiers. They suggested I follow their path, so I was getting ready to join the military when I unexpectedly found out about a music competition. I thought, 'If I win, I’ll celebrate with my friends,' so I entered and ended up winning the grand prize.”

Young Tak also recalled his move to Seoul at 22, saying, “I came here without much preparation and went to a lot of auditions. I even auditioned for JYP, but I didn’t make it.”

Struggling financially, he took on various part-time jobs. He remembered, “One day, I went to record a song for an election. It was Norazo’s 'Superman.' A few days later, the producer told me, ‘This song is doing really well.’”

Reflecting on his journey, Young Tak said, “I wondered if this was my chance to get noticed. Later, I worked on the song 'Why Are You Coming Out from There.'”

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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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