• Former T-ara Member Ryu Hwa Young Starts YouTube Channel: "I Want to Communicate Courageously"

    Ryu Hwa Young, an actress and former member of the girl group T-ara, has exciting news! She just launched her own YouTube channel.

    On October 15, she shared on her Instagram, “Hello! This is actress Ryu Hwa Young! While filming and editing my videos, I discovered, ‘Oh, I have this side to me too.’ I wanted to connect with you all more closely, so I gathered the courage to share my videos and communicate through YouTube.”

    In her heartfelt message, she added, “I might be a bit clumsy and inexperienced, but I hope you can watch with an open mind. I think it would be nice to share some little laughs from my daily life! It’s nothing fancy, so I’d love for you to take it lightly. I hope it brings you some healing. Each of us is precious! Let’s be happy together.”

    Fans are excited to see this new side of Ryu Hwa Young as she takes on YouTube. Her journey reflects her desire to connect with people on a deeper level and to share her everyday experiences.

    Ryu Hwa Young debuted with T-ara in 2010 but left the group in 2012 to focus on her acting career. She has starred in popular dramas like Age of Youth, Father Is Strange, Mad Dog, and The Beauty Inside.

    As she begins this new chapter, Ryu Hwa Young’s courage and determination shine through. Many are looking forward to what she will share on her channel, hoping it brings joy and healing to her viewers. How will her journey unfold on YouTube? Fans can’t wait to join her as she shares her story!

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  • 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!

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