The episode aired on February 20 showcased Jeon Hyun-moo's attempt to create 'Muzonku' (a blend of Jeon Hyun-moo and 'Duzonku') and his involvement in the 'Rainbow Grand Bazaar' after-service.
According to Nielsen Korea, the episode achieved a household rating of 5.5% in the metropolitan area, ranking first among Friday entertainment programs. The 2054 viewership rating, a key indicator of channel competitiveness reflecting changes in media consumption, was 3.8%, making it the top program across all Friday shows and securing the number one spot for the third week of February. The peak minute rating soared to 6.4%.
Jeon Hyun-moo embarked on the challenge of creating 'Muzonku' to facilitate the smooth distribution of the popular 'Duzonku' in Korea. From shelling pistachios to making kadaif, the process was anything but smooth. The mishaps, including spilling painstakingly shelled pistachios and creating noodle-like kadaif, provided plenty of laughs.
Jeon Hyun-moo also added warmth by providing after-service for the 'Rainbow Grand Bazaar'. He visited Lim Woo-il's home to replace the pedals on a purchased equestrian device and gifted him the meticulously crafted 'Muzonku'. Initially surprised by its appearance, Lim Woo-il was ultimately impressed by its taste, eliciting laughter.
Visiting artist Park Cheon-hyu, who purchased a piano, Jeon Hyun-moo admired the stylish interior, remarking, "This is my dream home." Park Cheon-hyu gifted him with hard-to-find eco-bags and Grammy Awards merchandise from New York, and after tasting 'Muzonku', humorously asked for more, sparking laughter. Jeon Hyun-moo even mentioned an ambitious dream of opening a pop-up store on New York's Broadway.
The episode also teased the delivery of an oven to Ahn Jae-hyun's home, heightening anticipation for the next installment. Next week promises an unplanned trip with Code Kunst and Lee Dong-hwi, along with the second part of Jeon Hyun-moo's 'Rainbow Grand Bazaar' after-service, generating excitement.
'I Live Alone' continues to lead the trend in single life through the diverse rainbow lives of single celebrities, maintaining its top spot in the 2054 ratings for the third week of February and capturing the unwavering love of Friday night viewers.
Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr