Yoon Eun Hye is set to captivate fans once again as she takes on the role of MC for the 2024 MBC Entertainment Awards.

The award show, airing live on January 28th at 8:20 PM KST, will feature Yoon Eun Hye alongside co-hosts Jeon Hyun Moo and Lee Jang Woo.

A teaser video for the event has already created a buzz, showcasing Yoon Eun Hye dressed in a traditional Korean hanbok.

Her elegant look in the teaser immediately drew comparisons to her iconic role as Shin Chae Kyung in the beloved 2006 drama Princess Hours (Goong).

Fans couldn’t help but feel nostalgic, with many praising her timeless beauty and graceful charm that have remained unchanged for nearly two decades.

In the video, Yoon Eun Hye warmly greeted fans, saying, "Happy New Year, everyone!" She continued, "The 2024 MBC Entertainment Awards marks its 30th anniversary and will air live during the Lunar New Year holiday". She encouraged viewers to tune in for the special event, which promises a fun-filled celebration.

Excitement is already building over the chemistry between Yoon Eun Hye, Jeon Hyun Moo, and Lee Jang Woo as co-hosts.

The teaser also highlighted MBC's rich history, with Jeon Hyun Moo and Lee Jang Woo dressed in school uniforms, reflecting on the network’s long-standing connection with its audience.

As the event approaches, fans are eagerly speculating which entertainers will take home awards for their contributions throughout 2024.

Nostalgic appearances from iconic figures of MBC’s variety programs over the years are also expected to add to the festive mood.

Don’t miss the 2024 MBC Entertainment Awards, airing live on January 28th at 8:20 PM KST, as part of the Lunar New Year celebrations!

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BIGBANG’s G-Dragon (Kwon Ji Yong) has officially taken on a professor role at KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology), but not everyone was on board with the idea at first!

On February 26, MBC’s Radio Star featured model and influencer Heo Sung Beom, who shared his firsthand experience meeting Professor G-Dragon.

Heo revealed that he attended G-Dragon’s appointment ceremony last year as a student representative. However, he admitted, “Some people at KAIST felt that G-Dragon didn’t really fit in here since he’s not from KAIST.”

But Heo had a different perspective. “When I actually met him, I saw that he was very interested in science and technology. He asked a lot of questions.” He added, “People think science is rigid, but it’s actually deeply connected to creativity. Research needs investment, promotion, and interest. G-Dragon is playing a big role in that.”

G-Dragon made headlines last year when he introduced himself as “Professor Kwon Ji Yong” at KAIST’s 2024 Innovate Korea talk show.

As a visiting professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, his role focuses on blending KAIST’s advanced technology with K-content and culture to strengthen Korea’s global influence.

His duties include:
Leadership lectures to inspire students with his global experience
Research collaborations that merge Hallyu (Korean Wave) with AI, robotics, and the metaverse
Development of artist avatars using cutting-edge tech like motion capture and haptics

At his appointment ceremony, G-Dragon admitted he was amazed by KAIST after a tour of the campus.“This isn’t a place you can just come to easily. Seeing the research and development firsthand made me realize how closely connected it is to my own work.”

He also talked about his vision for the music industry: "For the public, albums and music are new content. I want to offer different ways to experience music, to increase its collectible value. Watching, listening, and experiencing music should go beyond just the traditional ways.”

As for his future projects with KAIST, G-Dragon teased: “It’s still a secret, so I can’t reveal much yet. But seeing the technology at its early stages made me excited to think about how I could apply it in my field.”

G-Dragon’s professorship at KAIST will last two years, until June 2026. Fans are curious to see what groundbreaking projects he’ll work on next.

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