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G-Dragon Shines as the Star of 'Good Day' with Heartwarming Moments and Surprising Twists
The episode, which aired on November 2, recorded a household rating of 4.2% in the metropolitan area, with a 2049 demographic rating of 2.2%. The highlight of the show was when Hong Jin-kyung expressed her delight, saying, “GD ate all my risotto,” which spiked the ratings to a peak of 5.9%.
In the third episode of 'Good Day,' G-Dragon was joined by actors Kim Soo-hyun, Lee Soo-hyuk, Im Si-wan, Hwang Kwang-hee, and Jung Hae-in for a 'I Am Solo' themed gathering of '88 Stars.' The episode also featured a reunion with Kian84 and superfan Hong Jin-kyung as they embarked on a musical project journey.
During the dinner preparation at '88 Nation,' the members faced a unique mission that required teamwork. Each member had to choose one ingredient from the kitchen in a 'telepathy mission.' Jung Hae-in, the first to go, chose charcoal, followed by Lee Soo-hyuk, who also picked charcoal, putting the group in a tight spot. Kim Soo-hyun brought leafy greens, Im Si-wan and Kwang-hee both chose ramen, making G-Dragon's final choice crucial. Thanks to hints from the MCs, G-Dragon chose meat, saving the day with a hearty meal.
As the friends prepared dinner in the chilly weather, they grew closer. From Jung Hae-in's tidiness to Kim Soo-hyun's perfect eating skills, the charming characters and budding friendships added to the excitement. G-Dragon declared his interest in Jung Hae-in, saying, “I only have eyes for Ok-soon,” creating an unexpected love triangle with Hwang Kwang-hee. Kwang-hee, known for his candidness when drunk, expressed his frustration towards G-Dragon, who didn't vote for him in the first impression poll, saying, “Try finding someone who only looks at one person like this.”
The episode also featured a talent showcase where the '88 Stars' displayed their vocal skills. Hwang Kwang-hee surprised everyone with a trot performance he had saved for 'King of Mask Singer.' Kim Soo-hyun sang 'In a Black Skirt,' Im Si-wan performed 'TOMBOY,' and Jung Hae-in delivered a heartfelt rendition of 'I Am a Firefly' by Jung Shik. Kim Soo-hyun and G-Dragon engaged in a musical exchange with Defconn's 'Racing Heart,' bringing out Defconn's rapper side.
G-Dragon expressed his fondness for the group, saying, “Even though it was a short time, we became very close. The chemistry was better than expected, so we'll probably meet often outside of the show.” A surprising twist revealed the results of the '88 Nation Friendship Award' vote. G-Dragon received votes from Kim Soo-hyun, Lee Soo-hyuk, and Hwang Kwang-hee, winning the award with three votes. G-Dragon chose Hwang Kwang-hee as his favorite, saying, “Kwang-hee, as long as you're happy, that's all that matters,” showcasing his tsundere charm.
Next, G-Dragon visited Kian84's studio with Code Kunst to create invitations. Reflecting on his trainee days, he shared, “I joined the agency at 13, and the 1TYM & Jinusean dorm was nearby.” The trio brainstormed invitation ideas, with G-Dragon's renowned artistic skills impressing webtoon artist Kian84, who remarked, “I can feel the experience.” G-Dragon proposed a puzzle-inspired invitation design, piquing curiosity about the final product.
Kian84 continued the fun with a self-audition, performing Big Bang's 'Spring Summer Fall Winter' with detailed vocal nuances, drawing laughter. He also sang his favorite G-Dragon song, 'Butterfly,' earning praise from G-Dragon, who commented, “Your rap is like Gary's style,” and “Your ad-libs are great.” G-Dragon gifted Kian84 his signature power hat, while Kian84 gave G-Dragon a 'Fashion King' comic book, inspired by him, creating a heartwarming moment.
G-Dragon's next stop was Hong Jin-kyung's home, accompanied by Defconn, Jo Se-ho, and Kian84. G-Dragon, a fan of Hong Jin-kyung, was delighted by her preparation, as she wore the stage outfit G-Dragon donned at 'MAMA,' showcasing her 'Variety Queen' skills. As a devoted fan, Hong Jin-kyung was visibly nervous, but she was thrilled with G-Dragon's custom gifts, including acupressure slippers and a hat, exclaiming, “Hooray!”
Hong Jin-kyung expressed her excitement at G-Dragon's visit, serving him squid ink risotto with eggs. G-Dragon reminisced about legendary 'Infinite Challenge' memes featuring Hong Jin-kyung, such as 'Parisian' and 'Are you tired now?' bringing smiles to her face. A surprise 'GD King Genius' briefing session added humor, with Hong Jin-kyung revealing a secret about the Kwon family, saying, “The first root of the Kwon family is Kim Al-ji,” to which G-Dragon responded, “I learned something new about my roots,” causing laughter. The episode ended with a teaser for Hong Jin-kyung's self-audition to join 'Good Day.'
Reported by Tae Yuna, TenAsia youyou@tenasia.co.kr
