Kang Hoon's Anticipated Return to 'Running Man' Sparks Excitement

Kang Hoon, known for his quiet yet assertive demeanor, is set to return to SBS's popular variety show 'Running Man' following the conclusion of the ENA romance drama 'To My Harry.' His unique personality has earned him the nickname 'Ddabaki.'

On the recent episode of 'Running Man' aired on the 8th, Kim Jong-kook mentioned Kang Hoon. He shared, "Kang Hoon talked to me during a soccer game," and added, "He asked, 'Hyung, is Yae-eun adjusting well?'"

Ji Yae-eun couldn't hide her excitement, exclaiming, "What's going on? Why are you saying this?" Yang Se-chan questioned, "Why are you suddenly bringing this up?" Ha Ha recalled, "We talked about this on the radio. We were considering welcoming Kang Hoon back."

Kim Jong-kook mentioned Kang Hoon again, prompting Ji Seok-jin to ask, "Did he call her Yae-eun?" Ha Ha humorously added, "He mixes formal and informal speech, driving people crazy," causing laughter.

Yoo Jae-suk firmly stated, "It's not going to work with Kang Hoon," while Ji Yae-eun nonchalantly asked, "Then why are you asking?" drawing attention.

On the bus, Ji Yae-eun caused laughter when her microphone belt came undone as she was eating. Ha Ha shouted, "She ate so much that her belt came off," attracting the cameras. Ji Yae-eun, concerned about her image, said, "Don't film this. I'm an actress."

During a quiz game, Ji Yae-eun humorously mistook Joan of Arc for a bobsleigh athlete and got questions about Jang Bogo and Martin Luther King wrong.

Ji Seok-jin expressed concern, asking, "Where should Yae-eun be to feel at ease?" Yoo Jae-suk replied, "She should be at home," adding, "Kang Hoon is watching this." Ji Yae-eun, dubbed the ultimate 'Kkang Kkang,' lamented, "What should I do? My parents might scold me for being such a troublemaker."

The members' year-end party looks were revealed, with each showcasing their unique style. The youngest, Ji Yae-eun, surprised everyone with her provocative club look. Yang Se-chan exclaimed, "I saw her at Gangnam Octagon," while Kim Jong-kook joked, "You're on a show with your older brothers."

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