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Jang Geun Suk reveals why he decided to MC for 'Produce 101'

The press conference forMnet's new audition survival program 'Produce 101' was held on January 21 in Yeouido, Seoul andJang Geun Suk,JeA,Kahi,Cheetah, among other stars, were present. And of course, the 101 contestants were present as well--yes, all 101 of them, in cute lil' matching school uniforms! It's a wonder they all managed fit on the photo wall.



During the press conference, Jang Geun Suk revealed how he was approached by theDirector Han Dong Chul to be the MC for the anticipated survival program. He explained, "Director Han Dong Chul, whom I knew since way back, suddenly started contacting me more often. I got the sneaking suspicions that he was trying to catch something," laughing.


Jang Geun Suk then gave the reason on why he decided to MC for the show, saying, "The program's role is to make it easier for 101 people to get close to and achieve their dreams. I got interested after I heard of the show's goal to bring to the screen these girls' beautiful dreams. I hope everyone has fun watching the program."