Meet the Dynamic Hosts of 'My Way - Over-Immersion Club': A New Reality Show Premiering September 3

The production team of 'My Way - Over-Immersion Club' has revealed why they chose Tak Jae-hoon, Chae Jung-an, Yunho (U-Know), Leeteuk, and Mimiminu as hosts. Known for his 'Lesson Meme,' Yunho, often called the 'passion king,' plays a pivotal role in the show. Among the hosts, Tak Jae-hoon surprised the producers the most.

Set to premiere on September 3 at 10 PM, TV CHOSUN's new reality show 'My Way - Over-Immersion Club' (hereafter 'My Way') observes the daily lives of people deeply immersed in their passions. The show features Tak Jae-hoon, Chae Jung-an, Yunho (TVXQ), Leeteuk (Super Junior), and Mimiminu, a creator with 1.86 million subscribers, as the 'management team' of five MCs, who will share their 'over-immersion moments' from everyday life.

The diverse combination of the five 'management team' members, differing in age and field, raises curiosity about their selection. The 'My Way' production team explained, "We selected individuals with unique personalities who can share their moments of immersion. Each has different subjects of immersion, reasons, and meanings, and we anticipated the synergy from these strong personalities coming together."

The producers also shared reasons for selecting each host. Regarding Tak Jae-hoon, they said, "He is a genius MC with natural wit, able to quickly grasp people's characters and entertainment elements. He can keenly and humorously highlight the charming aspects of a person's daily life and immersion stories, making him a perfect fit for 'My Way.'"

For Chae Jung-an, they noted, "She has many subjects of immersion and a lot of curiosity. Known as the nation's first love, she candidly shares her daily life, creating a relatable connection with viewers. With her undeniable sense of humor, she is considered the best fit for 'My Way.'"

Regarding Yunho, they commented, "He is the undisputed passion man. His immersion is so intense that there are moments we want to stop him. As the management team member with the strongest immersion energy, he serves as the heart of 'My Way.' Through Yunho, the production team is also learning about a passionate approach to life."

For Leeteuk, they said, "He is not only good at immersing himself but also at absorbing others' stories. While some people advocate for their interests, Leeteuk excels at listening and empathizing, making him the best at understanding others' immersion."

Regarding Mimiminu, they expressed, "He is immensely popular among students and parents, becoming a subject of immersion himself. Having experienced five attempts at college entrance exams, he connects with teenagers, offering support and joy. He will showcase the new generation's immersion in an MZ style."

Who surprised the production team the most during the filming of 'over-immersion moments'? The 'My Way' team revealed, "We initially cast Tak Jae-hoon as someone who seemed to lack a specific passion or enthusiasm. His natural wit and chic charm made it hard to imagine him immersed in one thing. We thought he could offer an objective and cool perspective on others' immersion."

However, Tak Jae-hoon surprised the producers. The 'My Way' team shared, "We were amazed to find that Tak Jae-hoon has many areas of deep immersion. Especially during program meetings, he showed great enthusiasm, arriving 30 minutes early to passionately discuss his interests. Although different from our initial reasons for casting him, we look forward to revealing a new side of Tak Jae-hoon."

The five hosts, each with their unique 'over-immersion' points, have come together. Some met expectations, while others surprised the 'My Way' team with unexpected directions, providing laughter and amazement.

'My Way - Over-Immersion Club' premieres on September 3 at 10 PM.

Kim Ji-won, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr