기안84, 우상 만화가 이토 준지와 감격의 만남
'나혼산', 금요일 예능 시청률 1위 기록 달성
배우 배나라, 반전 매력의 솔로 캠핑 일상 공개
'나혼산', 금요일 예능 시청률 1위 기록 달성
배우 배나라, 반전 매력의 솔로 캠핑 일상 공개
On MBC's 'I Live Alone', Kian84 had a dream come true moment as he met his idol, manga artist Junji Ito, and received a personalized drawing, becoming a 'successful fan'. Despite being a 'broadcast veteran' who even won an entertainment award, Kian84 showed a side full of nervousness and excitement. The episode aired on the 20th, achieving a 4.8% viewership rating in the metropolitan area, ranking first among Friday variety shows.
The episode featured Kian84 sitting face-to-face with his idol, Junji Ito, and actress Bae Nara showcasing her prowess as a 'camping expert' in her fourth year.
According to Nielsen Korea, the household viewership rating for 'I Live Alone' was 4.8% in the metropolitan area, making it the top Friday variety show. The 2054 viewership rating, a key indicator of channel competitiveness reflecting changes in media consumption, was 2.9%, also ranking first among Friday variety shows.
The 'best moment' was when Kian84 shared his thoughts after meeting Junji Ito during a dinner with Gangnam. He expressed his newfound joy in learning Japanese, telling Gangnam in Japanese, "Thanks to you, I feel like I've found a new life." The mutual support between Kian84 and Gangnam touched viewers, with ratings peaking at 5.8%.
What Did Kian84 and Junji Ito Discuss?
Last week, Kian84 met his 'idol', manga artist Junji Ito, and shared stories he had sincerely prepared. He greeted Ito with his imperfect Japanese, saying, "Meeting you feels like a dream." Junji Ito, who had seen Kian84's drawings and comics, expressed his anticipation for their meeting.
Despite his nervousness leading to some mistakes, Kian84, once he found his words, bombarded Junji Ito with fan-filled questions. Ito candidly shared the challenges of being a manga artist and stories from his daily life, surprising everyone. Kian84 was thrilled to hear about Ito's upcoming works and admired his continued passion for manga.
Kian84 and Junji Ito exchanged gifts. Kian84 presented a portrait of Ito and a kimchi fried rice lunchbox he made himself. Ito praised Kian84's artwork, saying, "It's amazing," and finished the lunchbox without leaving a grain of rice. Ito then gifted Kian84 with a signed drawing he created on the spot, revealing he had prepared a special drawing for Kian84 in advance, adding to the emotional moment.
Kian84 couldn't take his eyes off Ito as he drew for him, creating an unforgettable memory. Overwhelmed, Kian84 shed tears and expressed gratitude to Gangnam, saying, "I feel indebted to you. I'll grant you any wish you have." Preparing for this meeting sparked Kian84's interest in learning Japanese again, and he showed a renewed contemplation about his career as a manga artist. Fans are eager to see what changes this encounter might bring to his life.
Actress Bae Nara's Surprising Camping Skills
The episode also showcased actress Bae Nara, who went camping for relaxation after a performance. Her secret camping spot was as organized as her home, reflecting her four years of camping experience. She shared, "The charm of solo camping is setting up another home with my own gear," introducing her tent equipped with a bedroom, storage space, a fan, and a carbon monoxide detector. Her meticulous planning was evident with a trash bin for recycling and various spice containers.
Bae Nara took pride in her camping cooking skills, quickly preparing 'beef and snail soybean paste stew' with ingredients she brought, instead of meat and ramen. She impressed viewers by maintaining her morning routine even while cooking.
Running was also part of her routine. She ventured out to find seasonal spring octopus but was disappointed to learn they hadn't appeared yet. Staring at the mud-filled sea in disappointment, Jeon Hyun-moo humorously commented, "That's a real mud job." Despite not finding octopus, she consoled herself with clams.
Later, Bae Nara enjoyed a camping feast with her close friends of 10 years, cooking clams, squid, and meat. Her joy in showcasing her camping culinary skills for her friends was heartwarming. She expressed her love for camping, saying, "Preparing and organizing camping in my own way gives me independence and boosts my self-esteem. Camping is another world of my own."
Next week, viewers can look forward to actor Bae In-hyuk's surprising daily life after living alone for 13 years and Jeon Hyun-moo's deep dive into 'Park Cheon-hyu's interior philosophy'.
Kim Ji-won, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr