KAIST Model-Student Heo Seong-beom Boldly Speaks on G-Dragon’s Professorship

2025-02-25 16:12

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Heo Seong-beom is known as 'The new face of KAIST.'

Model and influencer Heo Seong-beom is set to spill the details about meeting G-Dragon (GD) as a KAIST professor.

Model and influencer Heo Seong-beom. / News1
Model and influencer Heo Seong-beom. / News1

On the upcoming episode of MBC’s ‘Radio Star’ airing Wednesday, February 26, Heo will appear alongside Jang Dong-min, Hong Jin-ho, and Pani Bottle in a special episode titled "Survival People: Bloody Players."

From Model to AI Expert & Reality Star

Heo Seong-beom, who first gained attention as a model, has an impressive academic background. He studied computer science at KAIST and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Artificial Intelligence (AI). Recently, he further expanded his public recognition by appearing on the survival reality show ‘Bloody Game 3’, where he was known as "Jang Dong-min’s Calculator."

BIGBANG’s G-Dragon. / G-Dragon's Instagram
BIGBANG’s G-Dragon. / G-Dragon's Instagram

Dining with G-Dragon Before His KAIST Appointment

During the episode, Heo will reveal an exclusive behind-the-scenes story about meeting G-Dragon, who was appointed as a visiting professor at KAIST. Heo participated as a panelist at GD’s talk concert held in honor of his appointment and even had the chance to dine with him before the official ceremony. He will share a memorable remark from GD that made him feel "truly happy," sparking curiosity among viewers.

Heo also plans to offer his own honest take on G-Dragon’s role as a professor at KAIST, revealing what he personally observed and felt about the situation.

Heo Seong-beom on MBC ‘Radio Star’(screenshot.)  / MBC
Heo Seong-beom on MBC ‘Radio Star’(screenshot.) / MBC

Surging Popularity After ‘Bloody Game 3’

Since appearing on ‘Bloody Game 3’, Heo has been experiencing a surge in popularity. He shares an anecdote about arriving at an Indonesian airport, where he was greeted by over 200 fans holding placards—a moment that left a lasting impression on him.

Additionally, Heo has been actively working as a model for a major Korean laptop brand and a study café advertisement, further solidifying his presence in the industry.

In another surprising revelation, Heo shares that he took an entrance exam for a gifted education program without any preparation during elementary school—yet still ranked in the top 1%. His academic journey led him to a science high school and eventually KAIST, earning him the reputation of a "born genius." He humbly admits to his "model student" background, leaving the cast in awe.

With Heo Seong-beom making waves as "the new face of KAIST," fans are eager to hear his take on Professor GD and his experience at KAIST.

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