LE SSERAFIM is proving their power in Japan once again. The group has secured their 6th consecutive No.1 title on Oricon’s Daily Album Ranking.

On March 15, LE SSERAFIM’s 5th mini album HOT sold an impressive 69,291 copies on its first day, taking the No.1 spot on the Oricon Daily Album Ranking.

Since their debut, the group (Kim Chaewon, Sakura, Huh Yunjin, Kazuha, and Hong Eunchae) has been dominating this chart. Starting from FEARLESS, followed by ANTIFRAGILE, their 1st full-length album UNFORGIVEN, EASY, and CRAZY, all six of their Korean releases have topped Oricon’s Daily Album Ranking.

Meanwhile, the title track HOT is also getting a lot of attention. On March 14, the song recorded 64,527 streams on Spotify Japan’s ‘Daily Top Songs’ chart.

In terms of streaming by country, Japan ranked third after the U.S. and Canada. The song also entered Japan’s ‘Daily Top Songs’ chart at No.94 on March 15, staying on the chart for two consecutive days.

LE SSERAFIM keeps making history with every release! Are you loving HOT?

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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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