The first episode of JTBC's 'Hidden Singer 8', which aired on the 31st of last month, featured the legendary singer Sim Soo-bong. Known for her unique vocal tone and style, she performed hits like 'I Only Know Love', 'Binari', and 'Men Are Ships, Women Are Harbors', delivering a thrilling experience. The premiere episode achieved a nationwide viewership rating of 4.6%, with peak ratings reaching 6.4% according to Nielsen Korea's paid household data.
Following the popularity of Sim Soo-bong's episode, the second episode will feature Younha as the original singer. Younha, an icon of the music industry's resurgence and a versatile musician capable of songwriting, composing, and performing, is highly anticipated by 'Hidden Singer' viewers and has been a long-standing wish for the production team.
The newly released video for the second episode of 'Hidden Singer 8' showcases an intense mimicry battle, drawing attention. As host Jeon Hyun-moo notes, the impersonators are showcasing impressive skills. One impersonator even boldly challenges Younha, saying, "Know your place," causing a tense atmosphere and piquing curiosity as Younha is seen bowing her head.
Additionally, scenes of an emergency meeting between the production team and Jeon Hyun-moo have been captured, along with a tense atmosphere among the hidden judges, questioning, "Will today's broadcast be possible?" This raises expectations for what will unfold in Younha's episode.
'Hidden Singer 8' airs every Tuesday at 8:50 PM.
By Se-yoon Jung, TenAsia Reporter yoon@tenasia.co.kr