Rapper Lee Young Ji just revealed that NCT’s Mark surprised her with an expensive Rolex watch, worth around 16 million KRW (~$12,000 USD), and her reaction was priceless!

On January 29, Lee Young Ji took to Instagram to share her overwhelming feelings, writing, "I’ve only ever given Rolex watches to others but never owned one myself. But Mark gifted me one as a thank-you for featuring on his song. It was such a huge gift that I couldn’t even bring myself to wear it. I’ve just been keeping it, whispering, ‘The king’s ears are donkey ears.’"

She went on to explain how it all happened, saying, "During the music video shoot, Mark kept asking me if there was anything I wanted. I kept saying no, but he kept insisting. So, just as a joke, I told him to buy me a Porsche—never thinking he’d actually do anything. And then… he showed up with a Rolex, which I guess is kind of similar to a Porsche. I almost fainted!"

Mark even made sure she liked it, telling her she could be honest if she didn’t. Lee Young Ji hilariously added, "I just sat down and cried (exaggeration)."

She then made a dramatic promise, saying, "I told him I’d wear it until I retire, but he said I was being too much. Since he didn’t believe me, I told him I’d make sure to be buried with it—so he better live longer than me."

Ending her post, she expressed her gratitude, writing, "Mark, I’ll cherish this and wear it well. Thank you for inviting me on a great song and giving me such a thoughtful gift. My first-ever watch! Genius artist Lee Mark, wishing you long life and fortune!"

Lee Young Ji featured on Mark’s solo track Fraktsiya, released in December 2023, and it seems their collab turned into a truly unforgettable memory.

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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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