Dreaming of becoming a variety show version of ‘Woo Young-woo’, ‘Hyemi-ri Yechae-pa’

I dream of becoming a variety show version of ‘Woo Young-woo’.

On the morning of the 9th, a production presentation for ENA's entertainment program 'Hyemiri Yechaepa' was held at the Stanford Hotel in Sangam-dong, Seoul. Producer Lee Tae-kyung, Hyeri, (G)I-DLE's Mi-yeon, Ri-jeong, Choi Y-na, Resepaphim's Kim Chae-won, and Patricia attended the event.

‘Hyemi-ri Yechae-pa’ is an entertainment show that depicts the complicated household lives of Hyemi-ri Yechae-pa, who struggle to settle down comfortably in a remote mountainous area. Hyeri (Lee Hyeri), Miyeon, Ri Jeong, Choi Yena, Le Seraphim's Kim Chae-won, and Patricia appear.

'Hyemi-ri Yechae-pa' is the first entertainment show presented by PD Lee Tae-kyung, who directed tvN's 'Amazing Saturday', after transferring to PD Kim Tae-ho's production company TEO. PD Lee said, “I thought I would be nervous and under a lot of pressure, so I am producing it with the intention of deliberately taking my time off.” He added, “The place I belong to has changed, but the way I used to produce the program is the same, so I am used to it and I am doing well.”

Producer Kim Jong-moo said, “ENA has been trying to produce differentiated content and provide enjoyment to viewers. I have high expectations because the program that matches my efforts and characteristics is ‘Hyemi-ri Yechae-pa’. He expressed confidence, saying, “When you think of ENA dramas, you think of ‘Weird Lawyer Woo Young-woo,’ but when you think of ENA entertainment, you think of ‘Hyemi-ri Yechae-pa.’”

Hyeri said, “I happened to do it unexpectedly,” and added, “I have a close relationship with producer Lee Tae-kyung, so we often chatted and asked him about his current situation. I went to eat tripe, one of my favorite foods. I heard it was delicious so I waited in line to eat it. But then he showed a different attitude than usual, telling me to order a lot and asking if I wanted to eat anything. “I fell for the giblets,” he joked. Hyeri added, “I think I ate for three by myself.”

(G)I-DLE Miyeon, who thought it was an audition and waited to see if she passed, said, "I absolutely wanted to do it," and expressed her affection, saying, "All six of us are nice. We each have different personalities, but we also have many similarities, so we get along well."

Li Jeong, who heard this, said, “I only saw them on TV, but this was my first time seeing them. “They were much more attractive than what I saw on TV,” he said. “It was nice to be able to feel them right next to me.” As Miyeon said, it was a great fit. “I hope you look forward to our chemistry,” he added.

Choi Yena said, "I was looking forward to it because I had done a lot of programs with (the PD), but when I looked at the lineup, I thought it would be really fun because there was a best friend. I felt like I had a new member, so I said I would definitely do it." She added, "Everyone except the friend next to me is on TV. Since they were celebrities I had only seen in person, I went there imagining them and thought, 'Was she this kind of person?' “There were many moments when I was surprised. I think you can feel the shock I received through the broadcast rather than expressing it in words.” Miyeon was chosen as the most shocked member.

Kim Chae-won said, “I’ve never seen tension like this. I was a little nervous at first, but it was fun to watch. “I also got used to it,” he added.

The youngest, Patricia, is said to be so happy that she shouts, “I don’t want to go home” every time she is recorded.

Producer Kim Jong-moo said, “I think there are 6 different charms just because 6 global stars come together,” and added, “Another charm and fun comes out when the 6 people become one through ‘Hyemi-ri Yechaepa’,” and PD Lee Tae-kyung said. “We are working hard to make it enjoyable for you to watch on the weekend.” “We make it heavy, but we hope you will see it lightly,” he expressed his wish.

It will be broadcast for the first time at 7:50 pm on the 12th.

Ryu Ye-ji, Ten Asia Reporter ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr