MBN's 'Legend of the Unknown' Unveils Diverse Contestants in New Teaser

MBN's mega trot audition show, 'Legend of the Unknown - The Rank War of Trot Men' (hereafter 'Legend of the Unknown'), has revealed all its diverse contestants set against seven everyday locations.

On the morning of the 9th, MBN's official YouTube channel released the second teaser, introducing new male contestants poised to capture hearts.

The newly released teaser video showcases the lineup of 'male gems' hidden in our everyday surroundings, drawing attention. By setting the scenes in familiar places like gyms, car centers, and kitchens, the show emphasizes that these contestants are not from far-off places but are individuals who have been around us all along. This sparks curiosity with the question, "Could there have been such gems around me?", hinting at the grand debut of these previously unknown talents.

Notably, this teaser video of 'Legend of the Unknown' marks the first public unveiling of the faces of these unknown challengers, discovered over seven months by the production team. It breaks away from the traditional audition format of simply listing profiles, instead highlighting the charm and familiarity of the contestants by featuring everyday settings, with the ambition to capture viewers' hearts by entering their daily lives.

In particular, the contestants gathered in each space of the group teaser showcase a range of 'full option' charms aimed at capturing female viewers' hearts. From showcasing toned physiques to exuding the soft allure of younger men, the strength of rugged 'beast men', domestic charm through cooking skills, and a sultry yet classic masculinity.

Contestants engage viewers with charming eye contact and bold lines like “I’m hotter,” “Did you have a collision with my lips?”, “A toast to the princess’s eyes,” and “Would you like to apply (oil) for me, sister?”, making hearts flutter. With captivating contestants appearing in each location, 'Legend of the Unknown' categorizes their traits and personalities into seven distinct charms, ensuring each contestant's name and appeal are memorable.

Additionally, the numbers appearing above the contestants' names, resembling room numbers, raise curiosity about whether they are merely room numbers or represent ranks in the show's unique 'Rank Tower' concept, a new twist not seen in previous trot audition programs.

Previously, the first teaser video introduced the 'Rank Tower', signaling the start of the 'rebellion of the unknowns'. This teaser, featuring a pyramid-shaped 'Rank Tower' and the fierce competition among unknown challengers for a single throne, along with masked mysterious contestants, garnered over 80,000 views in just two days, creating significant buzz.

Set to premiere on the 25th at 9:40 PM, MBN's 'Legend of the Unknown' is a grand trot survival show where unknown challengers, who have yet to shine, put everything on the line to claim the sole throne.

Ryu Yeji, TenAsia Reporter ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr