BLACKPINK member Rosé has hit a major milestone with her latest duet APT. (Apartment) featuring Bruno Mars, as the music video surpassed 100 million views!

On October 23, The Black Label shared the exciting news, announcing that the APT. music video reached 100 million views on YouTube, just five days after its release on October 18.

The video, featuring both Rosé and Bruno Mars, gained huge attention for its fun and creative visuals. It hit 25 million views within the first 24 hours of its release and has been holding the No. 1 spot on Korea’s trending videos and trending music charts. It even topped the charts in both South Korea and the United States, showing its global impact.

Rosé expressed her gratitude, saying, "The song was written naturally while playing a game I used to enjoy with friends in the studio. I’m truly overwhelmed and thankful that so many people are enjoying it. I had a lot of worries, but seeing the love the song is receiving makes me happy and gives me strength.”

APT. is a pre-release single ahead of Rosé’s official comeback on December 6, and it will be included in her first full-length album, rosie.

Fans can’t wait to see what’s 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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