Meet 'Nyangbaljang': The Feline Foodie Taking Over Social Media

The daily life of Ms. Gukhwa's family, who live with four pets, is set to be revealed.

On the upcoming episode of SBS's 'TV Animal Farm,' airing at 9:30 AM on the 8th, viewers will get a glimpse into the unique household. When the production team visits, Ms. Gukhwa presents snacks in bowls and with lids reminiscent of a bakery café. There's a reason she always covers the snacks: her cat, 'Norae,' who appears whenever there's food around.

While Norae usually roams the house quietly, the scent of food changes everything. Without hesitation, she grabs food and runs off, a scene that repeats itself whether someone is momentarily distracted, eating, or even during interviews. Norae's 'food hunting' is relentless.

Norae's food obsession has already become a sensation on social media. A video of her stealing a potato bun from the table and clutching it tightly with her paws went viral, earning her the nickname 'Nyangbaljang.' The video has garnered 6 million views, drawing significant attention.

The issue is that this behavior is becoming more obsessive. Despite attempts by Ms. Gukhwa and her two sons to deter her, Norae persistently circles the dining table, waiting for an opportunity. Curiosity grows about why Norae has developed such a fixation on food.

The episode will also feature Chef Kwon Sung-joon, winner of Netflix's 'Black and White Chef' Season 1, who recently made headlines for becoming the owner of a $3.3 million building. As a fellow cat owner, he visits 'TV Animal Farm' to meet Norae and will present a special cat omakase just for her.

The story of 'Nyangbaljang' Norae's insatiable appetite will be unveiled on 'TV Animal Farm,' airing at 9:30 AM on the 8th.

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