Yongpil Kim “I changed 180 degrees after appearing in ‘Mr. Trot 2’”
Yongpil Kim “I changed 180 degrees after appearing in ‘Mr. Trot 2’”
Kim Yong-pil, the middle-aged Trot idol who melted Jang Yoon-jung's heart, enters 'Radio Star'. He is known to be releasing full episodes from the time he quit his job as an announcer with 23 years of experience to compete in 'Mr. Trot 2', raising curiosity.

MBC's entertainment show 'Radio Star', which airs today (5th), features Bada, Jo Hyun-ah, Code Kunst, and Kim Yong-pil, 'The second act of life, I'm so excited right now!' It is featured as a special feature.

While working as an announcer, Kim Yong-pil participated in 'Mr. Trot 2' and was recognized as a 'Trot romantic singer' by melting the hearts of viewers with his profound voice. In particular, ‘Mr. Trot 2’ master Jang Yoon-jung said, “It is unrivaled. He received high praise, saying, “I think you should write a letter of resignation.”

Kim Yong-pil, who visited 'Radio Star' for the first time, drew attention by saying that the working environment has changed 180 degrees after appearing in 'Mr. Trot 2'. He then raised curiosity by revealing that there was a contest song that immediately rejuvenated a 90-year-old fan who was sick.

Kim Yong-pil presents various episodes about ‘Mr. Trot 2’. He revealed the reason why he appeared in ‘Mr. Trot 2’, saying, “I was thinking about retirement and at the same time wanted to challenge a new field.”

Kim Yong-pil then says that he received a lot of help from those around him while participating in the 'Mr. Trot 2' contest. In particular, it was revealed that there was a talented fan who not only trained his vocals but also claimed to be his road manager, raising questions about who he really was.

On this day, Kim Yong-pil mentions actor Park Sung-woong, with whom he boasts a friendship of 20 years. In the last broadcast, Park Sung-woong boasted of his close relationship with Kim Yong-pil and even showed tears, garnering attention. Kim Yong-pil arouses curiosity by telling the story of how he almost debuted as a singer 15 years ago thanks to Park Sung-woong.

Yongpil Kim also tells an episode related to this, saying that he worked as a reporter for MBC's morning broadcast in the past. He then stimulates curiosity by saying that he has also worked as a voice actor.

Kim Yong-pil unveils the trot version of New Jeans' 'Ditto' for the first time through 'Radio Star'. Rumor has it that the recording studio exploded with excitement at the song, which was full of unique flavor.

The full story of 'Trot romantic singer' Kim Yong-pil's participation in 'Mr. Trot 2' can be found on 'Radio Star', which airs at 10:30 pm on this day.

Taeyuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr