Yang Sang-guk Joins Yoo Jae-suk on 'Hangout with Yoo': A Look into the 'Country Bumpkins' Episode in Gimhae

Entertainer Yang Sang-guk shares his thoughts on standing shoulder to shoulder with Yoo Jae-suk.

On March 21, MBC's variety show 'Hangout with Yoo' (directed by Kim Jin-yong, Lee Joo-won, Kim Ki-ho, Ahn Ji-sun, Bang Sung-soo, Park Eun-jin/writer No Min-sun) will feature the return of the beloved 'Country Bumpkins.' This episode, titled 'The Golden Age of Country Bumpkins - Money War 2 in Gimhae,' will showcase Yang Sang-guk.

Why is 'Hangout with Yoo' so popular this year?

This year, 'Hangout with Yoo' has received continuous praise for segments like 'Comma, Club,' 'The Golden Age of Country Bumpkins,' and 'A Day with AI.' The chemistry among members Yoo Jae-suk, Haha, Heo Kyung-hwan, and Joo Woo-jae, along with a variety of guest appearances, has created a synergy of laughter. As a result, 'Hangout with Yoo' achieved the remarkable feat of ranking second in the March 2026 Gallup Korea survey of favorite TV programs among Koreans.

Among these, 'The Golden Age of Country Bumpkins' received a particularly enthusiastic response. The journey of five men engrossed in a money-spending war provided non-stop laughter.

What to expect from Yang Sang-guk in the Gimhae episode?

This time, the fearless country bumpkins head to Yang Sang-guk's hometown of Gimhae, raising expectations. Previously not given much attention during their Seoul outing, Yang Sang-guk invites the members to Gimhae to showcase a 'local course.'

Yang Sang-guk expresses his joy over his 'Hangout with Yoo' appearances surpassing 1 million views, saying, “There were over a thousand comments, and I read each one.” He humorously adds, “My life changed after appearing on 'Hangout with Yoo,'” sharing his bold sentiment of standing alongside Yoo Jae-suk. With a sharp eye, he humorously criticizes Heo Kyung-hwan for leaving food uneaten, saying, “Now that you're a regular, you're full,” bringing laughter to the set.

Will the Gimhae outing be a success?

Despite his confidence, Yang Sang-guk seems unfamiliar with Gimhae, sparking curiosity about whether he can successfully lead the outing.

MBC's 'Hangout with Yoo' 'The Golden Age of Country Bumpkins - Money War 2 in Gimhae' will air on March 21 at 6:25 PM.

Reporter: Kim Se-ah, Ten Asia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr

Related topics: Hangout with Yoo, Yang Sang-guk, Gimhae, Money War, MBC Variety