Comedian Lee Sang-hoon Unveils $1 Million Toy Museum on MBC's 'The Manager'

Comedian Lee Sang-hoon is set to reveal his extravagant toy museum, which he completed with a staggering investment of 1 billion KRW (approximately $1 million).

In the 389th episode of MBC's variety show 'The Manager' (planned by Kang Young-sun, directed by Kim Yoon-jib, Jeon Jae-wook, Kim Hae-ni, Jung Dong-sik, Lee Da-woon, and written by Yeo Hyun-jeon), viewers will get a glimpse into the eccentric life of Lee Sang-hoon, a self-proclaimed top-tier toy enthusiast in South Korea.

During the broadcast, Lee Sang-hoon will showcase his toy museum, filled with toys he personally collected. The museum spans two floors and covers approximately 200 pyeong (about 7,000 square feet), boasting an impressive collection that truly embodies the ultimate 'jack-of-all-trades' enthusiast. The museum features a wide array of figures, including popular animation characters, heroes from Marvel and DC, and even the Super Sentai series, which boasts a 50-year history. The revelation that the museum cost a whopping 1 billion KRW left the studio commentators in awe.

The episode also delves into Lee Sang-hoon's intense collector's obsession, known as 'line disease,' where he feels compelled to complete entire series collections. Lee humorously explains his philosophy, stating, "Leaving a character alone makes it look lonely," which adds a comedic touch. Towards the end of the show, viewers will meet the so-called 'Sang-nak-gwae' (monsters born from Lee Sang-hoon), individuals who started collecting figures and became enthusiasts themselves after watching Lee's YouTube channel.

These 'Sang-nak-gwae' highlight Lee Sang-hoon's significant influence in the toy industry, as they fully embrace his passionate collecting habits, adding more humor to the episode.

Catch the full episode on October 14th at 11:10 PM on MBC's 'The Manager'.

Reported by Kim Se-ah, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr