BLACKPINK member Rosé recently opened up about her exciting experience working with Bruno Mars on their hit duet "APT.".

On December 1, Rosé made a guest appearance on JTBC’s Newsroom, where she shared details about her collaboration with the pop star.

The two artists have gained huge attention for their catchy and funky duet, and Rosé revealed how Bruno Mars helped her improve her vocal skills during their work together.

She explained, “I wanted to create a funky vibe, so I worked hard to follow his guidance. He told me to sing as if I was telling someone far away, 'Wait, I’m on my way to you.'” But the fun didn’t stop there.

Rosé added, “He then said, 'You’ve never tried to seduce anyone, have you?' At first, I was so shy, but he encouraged me to keep going, and that really helped me perform better.”

Rosé also praised Bruno Mars’ clear vision for their music video. “He sent reference videos and suggested, 'It would look nice with a pink background.’"

She added, "From the outfits to the entire world he imagined for the video, he had a clear idea of how he wanted it all to come together. I learned so much from him,” she said.

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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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