Exploring Korea's Silicon Valley: 'Save Me! Holmes' Heads to Pangyo

On Thursday, the MBC show 'Save Me! Holmes' (hereafter 'Holmes') will venture into Pangyo, often dubbed 'Korea's Silicon Valley.'

This episode features comedian Yang Se-chan, actor Ahn Jae-hyun, who became single again in 2019, and stock expert Choi Go-min-soo, drawing attention. The trio will explore both East and West Pangyo, divided by the Gyeongbu Expressway, examining a wide range of housing options from major apartment complexes to officetels and single-family homes.

Choi Go-min-soo, excited for his second appearance following the 'Yeouido' episode, humorously pledges to appear monthly, coining the term 'Monthly Choi Go-min-soo.' His bold promises, including a yacht party, and his non-stop chatter prompt Jang Dong-min to step in as the 'talk patrol,' causing laughter on set. Choi also expresses his unique affection for 'Holmes' by aiming to attend the year-end awards ceremony.

The team heads to 'Alpha Dome City,' a complex near Pangyo Station housing IT companies, to begin their exploration. They are amazed by the patrol robots and casually dressed employees, a stark contrast to traditional business districts. They conduct impromptu interviews with local workers to verify the rumored 'Pangyo language,' leading to a humorous situation where the cast struggles to understand despite speaking the same Korean language.

They visit a well-known apartment complex located just a five-minute walk from Pangyo Station and Hyundai Department Store. The cutting-edge IT-integrated interiors leave Yang Se-chan and Ahn Jae-hyun (38) in awe, with Yang repeatedly exclaiming, "It's IT!" to maintain a lighthearted atmosphere.

While touring the house, the studio erupts in laughter as Yang Se-hyung introduces 'Dongducheon language,' following the 'Pangyo language.' The unexpected expressions leave the cast bewildered, turning the scene into a comedic spectacle. The mystery of the 'Dongducheon language' that confounded the cast adds to the intrigue.

The Pangyo episode of 'Holmes' airs on Thursday at 10 PM.

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