Lyn, recently divorced from Lee Soo, has made her debut as a music show host. Kangnam, husband of Lee Sang-hwa and a singer, remains, while Big Bang's Daesung has stepped down.
The MBN Korean-Japanese music chart show 'Korean-Japanese Top Ten Show' aired on the 21st, achieving a peak viewership rating of 4.1% and a nationwide rating of 3.6%.
On this episode, Lyn debuted as a music show MC after 25 years in the industry. Previously, the show was hosted by Kangnam and Daesung from May last year until August. After a brief hiatus for reorganization, the show returned with Lyn replacing Daesung as the new MC.
The episode featured a special 'Duet Extravaganza' where participants paired up to compete for the top spot on the chart. The winning team received a bonus of 50,000 additional views. Actress Yoon Mi-ra, a devoted fan of Shin Seung-tae, made her variety show debut after 53 years. Yudai surprised everyone by revealing, "This person and I have kissed," referring to his partner Raon. Byeol Sarang appeared with her husband for the first time, just two weeks after their wedding.
Park Seo-jin and Min Soo-hyun, along with Yudai and Raon, were the first to take the stage for the 'King of Singers' battle. Park Seo-jin and Min Soo-hyun highlighted their '25-year chemistry,' while Yudai boasted about a video with YouTube music creator Raon that garnered 8.7 million views. Yudai and Raon performed a refreshing duet song, 'Love or Romance,' while Park Seo-jin and Min Soo-hyun delivered a traditional trot performance with 'Sseurirang,' igniting the audience's excitement. Ultimately, Park Seo-jin and Min Soo-hyun emerged victorious.
Next, the generational Korean-Japanese brothers Hwang Min-ho and Masaya faced off against Jin Hae-sung and Shin. Hwang Min-ho and Masaya charmed the audience with nostalgic performances of 'Ah! The Old Days,' while Jin Hae-sung and Shin transformed into autumn men with 'When the Cold Wind Blows,' maintaining deep harmonies despite Jin Hae-sung's awkward acting. However, Masaya and Hwang Min-ho claimed victory.
The 'True Love Battle' saw Shin Seung-tae and Yoon Mi-ra compete against Byeol Sarang and Kim Wan. Byeol Sarang and her husband Kim Wan performed 'Love Is No Joke' with a wedding reception vibe, while Shin Seung-tae and Yoon Mi-ra delivered a charming performance of 'Love's Name Tag,' with Yoon Mi-ra's graceful movements complementing Shin Seung-tae's soulful singing. Shin Seung-tae and Yoon Mi-ra won the round.
In the 'Heartthrob Battle,' Enoch, Shin Seung-tae, and Seongri competed in a three-way charm showdown. Enoch, who failed to impress Yoon Mi-ra with a crumpled rose, showcased his masculine charm with 'Can't Leave You.' Shin Seung-tae, who brought laughter with his exaggerated waves, captivated everyone with the deep emotions of 'Fateful Encounter.' Seongri proved his 'Heartthrob Sniper' nickname with a fiery stage presence in 'I Like You.' Shin Seung-tae emerged as the winner among the three.
Jin Hae-sung challenged Yudai, declaring, "I've changed my name from 'Jin' Hae-sung to 'Win' Hae-sung," expressing his determination for redemption. Jin Hae-sung delivered a sweet and tender performance of 'Thirsty Deer,' while Yudai showcased his soft vocals with Utada Hikaru's 'First Love,' capturing the essence of a beautiful yet poignant first love. Jin Hae-sung narrowly won by just one point.
Kim Tae-woong and Saki faced off against Seongri and Juni in the 'Global Debut Dream Battle,' with a chance for an official duet debut at stake. Kim Tae-woong and Saki charmed with 'Bongseonhwa Love,' capturing the hearts of uncles and aunts with their adorable performance. Seongri and Juni impressed with sharp choreography and a masculine performance, defeating Kim Tae-woong and Saki.
Enoch and Shin Young-sook, along with Kim Junsu and Min Eun-kyung, delivered a remarkable 'Genre Battle.' Musical theater star Shin Young-sook, who revealed she was a newlywed of just 10 days, received applause for her confession. Kim Junsu raised expectations by revealing Min Eun-kyung as a principal member of the National Changgeuk Company. Enoch and Shin Young-sook delivered a musical-like performance of 'Father' with rich vocals and harmonies. Kim Junsu and Min Eun-kyung performed 'Love Never Fades,' impressing with explosive vocals and earning a standing ovation, ultimately winning the battle.
In the 'Korean-Japanese Traditional Battle,' Saki, Hwang Min-ho, and Min Soo-hyun competed. Enka princess Saki delivered an outstanding K-trot performance with 'Virgin Boatman,' showcasing her Korean language skills. Hwang Min-ho impressed with perfect stage manners in 'What Love,' while Min Soo-hyun delivered a stable performance of 'Dirt Spoon,' showcasing his 12 years of experience and defeating the two prodigies.
Masaya, Park Seo-jin, and Takuya competed in the Korean-Japanese representative autumn men battle. Masaya captivated with his gestures and soulful singing in 'Stranger,' while Park Seo-jin delivered a moist autumn rain-like performance with 'You and the Rain.' Takuya's pure voice in 'Heroine' brought a refreshing purity to the stage. Masaya received the most votes among the three.
Finally, Yoon Mi-ra made her solo stage debut after 53 years, and Shin Young-sook took on her first trot song challenge. Yoon Mi-ra delivered a dramatic performance of 'Lost Love' with her veteran actress emotional immersion, while Shin Young-sook showcased her heartfelt singing in 'Do You Know My Name,' leaving a deep impression and winning the battle.
Tae Yuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr