Idol Who Debuted Three Times Makes Surprising Career Switch

An idol who debuted three times have surprised fans and netizens with his career switch.

On October 4, the YouTube channel TJB NEWS posted a video titled “From Idol to Public Official… Starting a New Chapter in Public Service.” Kang Hyeonsu began his second career as a public official at Boryeong City Hall.

Kang Hyeonsu debuted in the music industry in 2013 as a member of the group LC9. He then performed as a member of BLK in 2017. In 2019, he appeared on Mnet’s Produce X 101.

In 2021, he was active as a member of the Korea-Japan joint group NIK, which disbanded after two years.

Facing the end of his group activities, Kang Hyeonsu considered new career options and chose to become a civil servant in a technical role. Seeking a stable job, he studied electrical work influenced by his family and pursued a public service career.

In an interview, Kang Hyeonsu said, “Everyone kindly guides me, and my colleagues make me feel secure, like entering a protective circle. The sense of belonging is strong, and I really appreciate that.”

Kang Hyeonsu also shared a post on his social media saying, “An idol who debuted three times, now retired and passed the civil service exam.”