Article about what other people (Running Man) said about KJK
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[Everything About Stars] Kim Jong Kook, Man made up of 1% Muscles and 99% Loyalty Currently, he is a HallyStar through ‘Running Man’. Person who is facing his 20th anniversary since he debuted as a singer. Currently, he is called as Mr.Capable/Commander. Person who is still talked about from his legendary performance in the “Of Course” game, Kim Jong Kook! Public’s perception of KJK differs depending on the generation; some see him as a variety star and some see him as a singer. Some know him from his Turbo days. Some people recognize him first through programs such as ‘Running Man’ and ‘Family Outing’. KJK debuted as a singer in 1995 as Turbo and dominated the dance genre. Then he transitioned into solo and dominated the ballad genre. He was so dominating and popular that he swept the million seller records and got the Top Award (Dae Sang) for all three major broadcasting networks in Korea. He has a very ironic image because he is muscular, but possesses a very high singing voice. He received a lot of love from the public through his unique and touching voice. Now KJK is focusing more on variety shows rather than singing. He is known for his diligent lifestyle and self-control. Now, he became a Hallyu Star through a globally popular program called ‘Running Man’.
# What KJK’s acquaintances say about KJK KJK is known for his loyalty in the entertainment industry. You can see that from him since he coming back as Turbo for their 20th anniversary with two other members. People say Kim Jong Kook’s “Kook” is from the word “Jin Kook”. (Kook=Sounds the same as 'Soup' in Korean). *Jin Kook means thick broth, which is implying that KJK is the real deal, not a person with fake persona. If this is the case, what do KJK’s acquaintances say about him? We asked personally. First person who gave us a response is Im Hyung Taek PD who has seen KJK since the XMan days. He complimented him about his professionalism as well as his self-control. “KJK is very professional about what he does. His self-control is as good as Yoo Jae Suk's. Many people including myself gets very surprised about how strict he is on himself and how he manages people around him. He is very loyal and gets very attached. He is a very compassionate person and his heart is bigger than most people." -Im Hyung Taek PD
You cannot leave out the ‘Running Man’ members from KJK’s best friends. Everyone talked about his determined ‘self control’ and told nice and complimentary stories about him. “He is a very smart person in all areas and has a very good self-control. I have never seen him getting lazy. There are a lot of things to learn from hyung (older brother). He is also a great colleague. I think he will live well anywhere and at any time. Haha.” -Gary KJK’s best friend in ‘Running Man’, Lee Kwang Soo talked about KJK’s positive side in terms of No.1 husband material.
“I always thought person who married JK hyung will be very happy. JK hyung is the most compassionate and warm person I know.” –Lee Kwang Soo KJK’s best friend and member of the Dragon club, Cha Tae Hyun, who was in Turbo’s MV talked about how proud he was of KJK’s success as a Hallyu Star.
“I have been his friend for 20 years. He is my friend, but there is a lot to learn from him; his self-control and how hard he studies. Sometimes I think he is not human. And entertainment industry is not about the most talented person lasting the longest; the person who lasts the longest is the most successful person. KJK proved that very clearly. If I can add one thing, he shows that if you do not give up and work hard, fortunes will come to you. I hope you become even more successful, in Chinas as well! Haha.” –Actor Cha Tae Hyun
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