Actress Lim Se Joo is making big moves! She has officially signed an exclusive contract with Team NEO, marking an exciting new chapter in her career.

Lim Se Joo first made her acting debut in the 2015 movie Salut D’Amour and has steadily built her name with standout performances in dramas like tvN’s Memorist, KBS 2TV’s Zombie Detective, and Netflix’s A Killer Paradox.

Most recently, she took on the chilling villain role of Bae Ja-young in SBS’s Judge from Hell, proving her versatility as an actress.

Fans were especially captivated by her emotional and layered performance as Choi Kyung-ah in A Killer Paradox, where she perfectly portrayed the struggles of a woman going through a dramatic life change. In Judge from Hell, she completely transformed into a cold-blooded villain, shocking viewers with her intense acting skills.

But Lim Se Joo isn’t just an actress—she’s also a talented singer! She has contributed to multiple OSTs and even released her own music, proving her skills in both acting and music.

With her new start at Team NEO, fans are eager to see what new projects she’ll take on next!

Team NEO’s CEO, Kim Jin-il, shared his excitement, saying, “Lim Se Joo has a unique charm and an incredible ability to take on diverse roles. She also has amazing musical talent, so we will fully support her in all areas of her career.”

Meanwhile,Lim Se Joo is set to appear in the upcoming Genie TV drama Riding Life, which premieres on March 3. She will play Han Daeri, a junior colleague who looks up to the lead character Jung Eun (played by Jeon Hye-jin) as she navigates work and motherhood.

With her growing presence in the entertainment world, Lim Se Joo is expected to shine even brighter under Team NEO. Are you excited for her next steps?

Stay tuned for more updates.

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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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