Actor Shin Ha Kyun recently opened up about his true feelings on acting.

On August 29, Shin Ha Kyun was a guest on SBS Power FM's 'At Noon with Joo Hyun Young.'

During the show, he was asked if he enjoys acting more when playing good or evil characters. Shin Ha Kyun admitted, "Acting itself isn't fun. I enjoy the results, but the process is tough. It was difficult when I first started, and it’s still difficult now."

When asked about when he does find it enjoyable, he said, "When it’s been conveyed. I see myself as part of the story. If someone finds the story engaging, that’s when it becomes enjoyable for me."

He added, "That’s why I started this job. I feel like I’m taking away someone’s time—whether it’s two hours for a movie or several hours for a drama. It feels like I’m taking a part of someone’s life. If I can bring them joy, that’s happiness to me."

He concluded, "But because of that, I feel a strong sense of responsibility. I have to be strict and do well on set, which makes it hard to really enjoy the process," he shared, revealing his thoughts on acting.

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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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