fromis_9 member Baek Ji Heon stunned viewers by sharing that she once achieved 2nd place in her entire school to convince her parents to allow her to pursue an idol career.
On the September 9 broadcast of tvN STORY’s 'Naked History Season 2', Baek Ji Heon joined as a new guest alongside Kwon Hyuk Soo.
Baek Ji Heon stood out immediately, proudly revealing that she holds a Level 1 certificate in the Korean History Proficiency Test, impressing both cast and viewers. When asked how she became interested in history, she casually replied, “I just did it because I was bored.”
During a discussion about King Yeonsan and Crown Prince Sado, Baek Ji Heon gave thoughtful answers, while asked if her parents had ever opposed her idol activities, she explained, “They did. So I made a deal with them—I told them I would raise my grades.”
She then revealed, “I studied hard and ended up placing 2nd in my entire school,” leaving the cast in disbelief. Historian Choi Tae Sung reacted, “You really ranked 2nd just to become an idol?” while Kim Dong Hyun jokingly quipped, “Maybe there were only five students in your class?” drawing laughter.
Baek Ji Heon’s intelligence and charm captivated the cast, signaling her strong presence on the show.
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