This Young SBS Gagman Completely Transformed His Look… Now He’s A Super Handsome Idol

Young comedian-turned-idol Lee Hochan recently debuted in the rookie group BAIKAL (named after a famous lake in Russia).

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Hochan has dreamed of being an idol since he was 17 years old and auditioned for Super Star K but not did pass.

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He ended up as a comedian for SBS’s People Looking for a Laugh, but he did not give up on his dream and has finally debuted.

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The 91 liner has also undergone some dramatic persona-transformations in order to seamlessly fit the idol-like role.

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He even once met the South Korean president Moon Jae In once and he has the photo on his Instagram.

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Now, he plays the part of vocal to the 7 member group.

BAIKAL debuted in September with their title track “Hiccup”, and plans to promote in Korea and Russia!