Where is Lee Gikwang now?
Highlight’s Gikwang is now officially discharged from his mandatory military service. On November 18, the agency of Lee Gikwang, Around Us Entertainment, stated that he enlisted in April of last year. He is now discharged after completing his service, working as a conscripted policeman.
How tall is Lee Gikwang?
1.72 m
Lee Gi-kwang/Height
What group is Lee Gikwang?
Highlight2017 – 2016
Lee Gi-kwang/Music groups
Lee Gikwang (이기광) is a South Korean singer-songwriter and actor under Around US Entertainment. He is a member of the boy group Highlight (formerly known as BEAST). Prior to debuting with BEAST, he was a solo artist under the name AJ, releasing his debut single “First Episode A New Hero” on April 2, 2009.
Is Lee Gikwang in the military?
Highlight’s Lee Gikwang has been officially discharged from the military! On November 18, his agency Around US Entertainment stated, “Lee Gikwang, who enlisted in April of last year, was discharged after completing his service as a conscripted policeman today.”
Why is BEAST called Highlight?
Their new management agency then revealed that their new group name was Highlight, which signifies their potential to be exceptional and stand out. The name is based on the title of their album, “Highlight,” which was the first album the band released with five members.
How many members are in the BEAST?
Beast (비스트) consists of 5 members: Yoon Doojoon, Yong Junhyung, Yang Yoseob, Lee Gikwang, and Son Dongwoon.
Why is BEAST now Highlight?
In December 2016, when the group launched its new label, Around Us Entertainment, and left Cube Entertainment, they were forced to change their name from BEAST to HIGHLIGHT. This was after their third album, due to Cube Entertainment having trademarked the name BEAST.
Why did Highlight leave cube?
The band continued as a five-member group and Hyun-seung proceeded under Cube as a solo artist. The reason for his departure was due to differences in music styles between him and the other members. On June 21, Beast announced the upcoming release of their third full-length album, Highlight.