Airing on February 1st, the SBS show will feature Bae Jung-nam and his special brothers, Lee Sung-min, Kim Jong-soo, and Kim Sung-kyun, as they embark on a journey to Kazakhstan. The four have maintained a friendship for a decade through their work, but this marks their first trip together. Bae Jung-nam reveals that Lee Sung-min has invited him to his home every holiday for the past 10 years, knowing he has no family to celebrate with, and in gratitude, Bae has planned this trip as a gesture of appreciation.
The group, with an average age of 56, brings laughter as they bicker over everything from roaming to currency exchange. Lee Sung-min, chosen as the treasurer by majority vote, initially protests, claiming he's never done it before, yet he is seen enthusiastically managing the funds throughout the trip, never letting go of the pink pouch containing the group's money.
After a seven-hour flight, they arrive in Kazakhstan, known as the ninth largest country in the world and the Switzerland of Central Asia, where they are captivated by the vast natural landscapes. However, their adventure is filled with challenges, from market visits to experiencing a thrilling traditional massage and dealing with accommodations that only have one bed, leading to unprecedented reactions in the studio.
As the youngest at 40, Bae Jung-nam takes on the role of the clumsy guide, receiving constant nagging from his older companions with remarks like, "Don't use English if you're not good at it!" and "We should move together!" The question remains whether Bae Jung-nam can successfully lead his brothers through this trip.
'My Ugly Duckling' airs on February 1st at 9 PM.
Reporter: Se-yoon Jung, TenAsia yoon@tenasia.co.kr