Idol Who Debuted Three Times Makes Surprising Career Switch
October 6, 2026 · Koreaboo
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. "
