KPOP AND KDRAMA NEWS

Kim Jong Kook showed understanding in Taeil's concerns. On the May 11 airing of Mnet's ' The Call', Kim Jong Kook and Taeil met in the studio to work on their collaboration. Taeil opened up and said, "I feel like many people know Block B but don't really know the voice of Taeil. So I want to make my voice more heard." Hearing this, Kim Jong Kook shared, " I am able to relate to his love for music and desires to make his voice heard in the group and to people because I've had the exact same experience in the past. I hope people recognize Taeil's voice more through this show." cr.allkpop

Pentagon 's Hui amazed everyone with his talent. On the May 11 airing of Mnet's ' Breakers ', the hosts and fellow artists on the show shared their thoughts on Hui's performance. Prior to seeing Hui's stage, many had a stereotype against him because of his idol status. However, everyone admitted they were wrong and showered Hui with compliments. SHINee 's Key commented, "They said it's all due to his fandom and stuff but he proved his talent on stage." Seo Samuel also said, "I feel sorry for judging him too fast." Mia added, "I could tell how he has lived his past 3-4 years after watching his performance." In the end, Hui also shared, "It's my goal to hear that I'm good even though I'm an idol." Check out his amazing performance above! cr.allkpop

After School 's Kaeun expressed her strong desires for ' Produce 48 '. On May 11, Mnet revealed the profile and introduction clips of the first set of trainees. Among the contestants is After School member Kaeun. In her bio, Kaeun stated, "It's my last chance. I fear nothing." Kaeun told more of her story in the intro video. She introduced herself as a Pledis Entertainment trainee of 6 years and 10 months. She said, "I wasn't good enough but I worked hard and became a singer. Standing on stage and singing was happiness. But after 2 years (since my debut), opportunities to stand on stage decreased, and then I heard about 'Produce 48'. I believed I would be able to gain the chance to stand on stage again." Fellow Pledis Entertainment artists, NU'EST W and Raina , appeared on the video to show support for their labelmate. cr.allkpop