Emotional Showdown: Kim Hee-jae Breaks Down During Lee Ji-na's Battle on 'Miss Trot 4'

Kim Hee-jae is moved to tears during Lee Ji-na's performance as she battles breast cancer.

Airing at 10 PM on the 10th, TV CHOSUN's 'Miss Trot 4 Unreleased Special' will feature the '1-on-1 Death Match' of contestant Lee Ji-na, who has captured viewers' hearts with her clear voice and her ongoing battle with breast cancer. The episode will reveal how Lee Ji-na, who is balancing chemotherapy and the competition, pushes through her physical limits with determination and effort.

On this day, Lee Ji-na steps onto the stage for her '1-on-1 Death Match.' Her chosen opponent is Kim Hee-jin, a talented singer who finished 8th in 'Miss Trot 1.' Before the main event, the unique connection between the two is unveiled: five years ago, Kim Hee-jin starred in a musical where Lee Ji-na performed as a chorus member. Now, five years later, they face off in a competition, and all eyes are on who will advance to the next round.

Lee Ji-na's performance turns the judges' seats and the waiting room into a sea of tears. Currently undergoing chemotherapy while competing, Lee Ji-na, despite the side effects, cries out, "My whole body hurts," yet she perseveres and performs Jang Min-ho's 'Shoelaces.'

As Lee Ji-na's performance continues, many are deeply moved, thinking, "It must be tough." Among them, Master Kim Hee-jae cannot hold back his tears and sobs. After wiping away his tears, Kim Hee-jae says, "Watching Lee Ji-na's performance, I've become her fan."

Kim Hee-jin, with her husky voice, sings Song Ga-in's 'Father's Tears,' expressing her feelings for her father as she approaches marriage. Her performance is filled with unexpected incidents, surprising everyone. Whether Kim Hee-jin can complete her performance amidst these surprises, and the heartfelt '1-on-1 Death Match' between Lee Ji-na and Kim Hee-jin, will be revealed in the 'Miss Trot 4 Unreleased Special' airing today.

Tae Yuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr