DAY6 is making waves this fall as they clinch the top spot in the Idol Chart’s Achara Ranking for the third week of September!

On September 28, it was revealed that the beloved group scored an impressive 10,321 points in the Idol Chart’s Achara Ranking for the week of September 16 to September 22.

Their success was fueled by 2,397 points from music scores, a whopping 7,592 points from YouTube, and 332 points from social media.

In celebration of their 10th debut anniversary, DAY6 is experiencing a career high with their title track Melting from the mini album Band Aid, which dropped on the 2nd. The song has not only topped domestic music charts but also secured their first terrestrial music broadcast trophy, marking a triumphant return for the group.

Following closely behind, NewJeans took second place with a total score of 8,058 points. Aespa came in third with 6,762 points, while QWER, (G)I-DLE, Lim Young-woong, IVE, IU, LE SSERAFIM, and Im Jin-hoon rounded out the top ten with scores of 3,779, 3,643, 3,226, 3,072, 3,072, 2,767, and 2,653 points, respectively.

With this strong showing, DAY6 is clearly ready to own the fall season!

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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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