NCT WISH is gearing up for their highly anticipated Asia tour, showing they're ready to take on the world. On the 16th, the group excited fans by sharing the poster for their "2024-25 NCT WISH ASIA TOUR LOG IN" through their official fan club and social media accounts.

The poster shows NCT WISH stepping into a virtual game world, perfectly matching the tour's theme, "LOG IN." Fans can look forward to a thrilling experience filled with fresh music, powerful performances, and an exciting setlist that highlights their unique style.

Their Asia tour will kick off in Japan, with 12 performances planned across six cities. The group will visit Ishikawa on November 3-4, Kyoto on November 9-10, Kanagawa on November 27-28, Hyogo on November 30-December 1, Fukuoka on December 6-7, and Aichi on December 12-13.

Early next year, they’ll continue their tour in Seoul and other Asian cities, with more dates to be announced, raising excitement among fans.

NCT WISH has already proven their star power with their debut mini-album Steady, which dropped on September 24. The album hit over 800,000 pre-orders, setting the record for the highest first-week sales among debut artists this year. It topped multiple charts, including major domestic album charts, music show rankings, and even Apple Music’s Top Albums chart in South Korea. Over in China, Steady dominated the QQ Music Weekly Chart.

With their Asia tour ahead, it’s clear NCT WISH is on a fast track to global fame, and fans can’t wait to see what they bring next.

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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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