ATEEZ's Yunho has been chosen to be the MC for the '2024 SBS Inkigayo Live in Tokyo' for the second straight year!

Yunho will host the show, which airs on October 20. This opportunity allows him to connect with viewers once again.

He has experience hosting many events, including SBS's 'K-WAVE Concert Inkigayo,' SBS MTV's 'The Show,' SBS's 'Super Concert,' and 'KCON Japan 2023.' He has also been a DJ for MBC Radio's 'Idol Radio Season 3.' With his great hosting skills, fans are excited to see a new side of Yunho on stage.

Fans can also look forward to ATEEZ's powerful performance at the Saitama Super Arena in Tokyo, which will be a highlight of the event.

Recently, ATEEZ released their fourth Japanese single, 'Birthday,' and it's making waves on top Japanese music charts like Oricon and Billboard Japan. Their popularity in Japan is growing fast! They've also been announced as headliners for the 'Grand Mint Festival 2024' on November 3, showing their active presence in the music scene.

In addition, ATEEZ is preparing for their '2025 World Tour: Towards the Light: Will to Power,' starting in Europe next January. They will perform 14 shows in nine countries, including France, Italy, Switzerland, the UK, the Netherlands, Spain, Germany, Denmark, and Belgium, winning over their global fans. ATEEZ's worldwide influence is gaining a lot of attention!

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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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