Actor Park Bo-gum has wrapped up his journey on 'The Seasons - Park Bo-gum's Cantabile.'
The final episode, aired on August 1st on KBS 2TV, featured a star-studded lineup including singers Kim Bum-soo, Zion.T, IU, and musical actors Kim Tae-han, Yoon Gong-joo, Kim Do-bin, Lee Hyung-hoon, Hong Ji-hee, Ahn Ji-hwan, Shin Jae-bum, and Na Ha-na. The theme for the night was 'I Love Friday Nights,' showcasing a variety of performances.
Park Bo-gum, the longest-serving and first actor MC of 'The Seasons,' expressed his heartfelt gratitude, saying, "This marks the end of a five-month journey. Today is possible because of the many musician seniors and the audience." He introduced Kim Bum-soo as the first guest, who performed 'Last Love' accompanied by Park's piano.
Kim Bum-soo and Park Bo-gum collaborated on 'One Day' and 'I Miss You,' with Park cleverly altering the lyrics to 'I Miss Bo-gum,' adding a playful twist. Park expressed his admiration for Kim's 'honey voice,' to which Kim humorously replied, "If you take that too, I can't live on this planet. Leave me some humanity."
Kim Bum-soo invited the 'Talent Waste Brothers' for a spontaneous performance of 'Mala Tang Huru' and 'Tiramisu Cake,' which became a hit. Park requested a live rendition of 'Spring in My Hometown,' and Kim's soulful vocals received applause. Kim concluded with 'Travel,' a fitting end to Park's journey on the show.
Zion.T debuted his stage for 'Things I Like,' captivating the audience with his free-spirited performance. Reflecting on his musical beginnings, he shared, "In middle school, I accidentally sang a song at karaoke, and my friends said I was good. That's when I realized my talent for hip-hop." He also recalled winning a 'Cyworld' contest and receiving 50 acorns as a prize.
Zion.T performed hits like 'Yanghwa BRDG' and 'No Make Up' with Park on piano, showcasing their mutual respect and chemistry. He teased a new album and performed an unreleased track 'Love Me' exclusively for the show, with Park adding a playful dance. Zion.T concluded with 'In a Dark Room,' offering comfort to the audience.
The segment 'Starry Night' featured musical friends from 'Let Me Fly,' including Kim Tae-han, Yoon Gong-joo, Kim Do-bin, Lee Hyung-hoon, Hong Ji-hee, Ahn Ji-hwan, Shin Jae-bum, and Na Ha-na. They praised Park's dedication and purity, likening him to a student eager to learn. Together, they performed 'First Time in Love' from 'Maybe Happy Ending' and 'Travel' from 'Let Me Fly,' closing the segment.
Park read letters from the audience, filling the final 'Friday Night' with emotion. Composer and pianist Noh Young-shim, the first guest, sent a song and letter, expressing her admiration for the show's growth and wishing Park's music to be a source of comfort.
A video message from BTS's V, Roy Kim, Dragon Pony, Jang Deul-rae, Jung Soo-min, and IU was shown, with IU making a surprise appearance. She fulfilled a promise by presenting Park with flowers, bringing him to tears. The audience chanted "Don't cry," creating a touching moment.
In a conversation with IU, Park revealed his dedication to looking his best for each recording, even fasting. He thanked the house band Jungmae and Kungchitachi for their support and expressed regret over the limited time for artist interactions due to late recordings.
IU noted Park's commitment to attending all rehearsals, making her surprise appearance challenging. She performed 'Red Shoes' live with the band, and she and Park delivered a flawless duet of 'Square's Dream,' 'Heart,' and 'Friday,' showcasing their close friendship. Park concluded with 'Fine,' marking the end of his five-month journey.
The broadcast ended with behind-the-scenes footage of Park's dedication. He bid farewell, saying, "'Park Bo-gum's Cantabile' ends today, but 'The Seasons' will continue. Please support the next MC."