BTOB members Seo Eunkwang, Lee Min Hyuk, Im Hyun Sik, and Peniel are excited to announce a special project to connect with fans worldwide!

On October 23, their agency, BTOB Company, shared a poster, project plan, and promotional schedule for BTOB's BECOMING PROJECT at 6 PM. The first release will be the pre-release song Flicker (Please Stay).

The BECOMING PROJECT is the first project featuring these four members under BTOB Company. The name BECOM stands for BTOB Company and sounds like "become," which represents how each piece will come together in one album.

This project highlights the members working together to continue BTOB's unique emotional touch. They have shown their individual talents through solo and unit promotions, making fans even more excited for what's to come.

According to the promotional schedule, fans can look forward to a concept film giving a sneak peek of Flicker (Please Stay) on October 25, followed by concept photos on the 26th and 27th. There will be a lyric spoiler on the 28th, a message film on the 29th, and a music video teaser on the 30th, all building anticipation for their return.

The project plan also reveals that after the release of Flicker (Please Stay), new digital singles will come out in November and December, leading up to a new album in 2025 to wrap up the BECOMING PROJECT.

Mark your calendars! The pre-release song Flicker (Please Stay) will be available on all music platforms on October 31 at 6 PM.

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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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