IVE member Leeseo is proving why she’s being called the “Nation’s Maknae” as her live encore performance continues to gain massive attention online!

The rising star recently wowed fans when she flawlessly pulled off a solo encore performance after IVE won first place on SBS’s Inkigayo on February 2.

Despite standing alone on stage, Leeseo confidently sang not just her own lines but also covered her members’ parts—all while dancing!

A clip of her encore, uploaded on February 4 to the YouTube channel SBSKPOP X INKIGAYO, quickly went viral.

In just five days, it racked up over 910,000 views and even made it onto YouTube Korea’s trending videos.

Fans praised her stable vocals, stage presence, and professionalism, especially considering she debuted at just 14 years old in 2021.

With her growing popularity, Leeseo is proving she’s more than just a talented singer—she’s also a skilled music show MC, balancing both roles effortlessly.

Meanwhile, IVE (An Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Jang Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo) will be performing their comeback stage for Attitude on SBS Inkigayo today (February 9), and fans can’t wait to see them back in action!

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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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