Lee Young-ja Criticizes Kim Sook's Popularity as Overrated on 'Trot Idol Project'

Lee Young-ja has sparked curiosity by criticizing Kim Sook's popularity as overrated.

The variety show 'Trot Idol Project: True Sister' (hereafter 'True Sister'), a collaboration between TV CHOSUN and SM Entertainment, is gaining attention. The show features passionate fans supporting the rise of MYTRO, a 'new trot idol' group, as they embark on a journey filled with hard work and dedication to become superstars.

In the sixth episode airing today (9th), True Sisters Lee Young-ja, Song Eun-i, and Kim Sook meet with MYTRO members for a meaningful 'big support' session. The True Sisters, envisioning the bright future of MYTRO members in the entertainment industry, offer a special variety show class. With Lee Young-ja and Kim Sook being past entertainment award winners, expectations are high for the master class led by these variety show veterans. Lee Young-ja boasts, "I've won entertainment awards from two broadcasting stations," and showcases her 34 years of experience with a series of personal talents, leaving everyone in stitches.

Inspired, fellow award winner Kim Sook ambitiously reveals her personal talents from her rookie days. However, realizing her skills have waned over the years, she humorously admits, "I've gained a lot of weight," prompting laughter. Seizing the moment, Song Eun-i quips, "Our Sook has too few personal talents compared to her popularity," and Lee Young-ja joins in, saying, "Our Sook's popularity is just a bubble," adding to the laughter with their comedic banter.

Lee Young-ja, Song Eun-i, and Kim Sook not only evaluate the personal talents of MYTRO members but also share hilarious tips, even lying on the floor to perform physical comedy, delivering an intense and passionate lecture.

The sixth episode of 'True Sister' airs today (9th) at 7:50 PM.

Lee So-jung, Ten Asia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr