Heart Signal 5: A New Era of Romance with Roy Kim and Exciting New Cast

Singer Lee Sang-min, who married a non-celebrity 10 years his junior last year, praised Roy Kim.

Channel A's 'Heart Signal 5' (directed by Park Chul-hwan and Kim Hong-gu), premiering on the 14th at 10 PM, is a reality dating show where celebrity panelists observe and analyze the psychology of young men and women gathered in the 'Signal House', a space for endless 'flirting', to predict the final couples. The 'celebrity prediction panel' includes original members Yoon Jong-shin, Lee Sang-min, and Kim Eana, with new additions Roy Kim and Tsuki. Here's a sneak peek at the highlights of 'Heart Signal 5'.

The five members of the 'celebrity prediction panel' are deeply invested in the show, displaying intense 'flirting deduction' from the first recording. Regarding newcomer Roy Kim, Lee Sang-min remarked, "I think it's time to pass on the title of 'professional over-immerser'. I saw my past self in Roy Kim," drawing attention. Yoon Jong-shin also expressed strong confidence, saying, "Having worked well with Lee Sang-min and Kim Eana, I feel secure, and Roy Kim and Tsuki are such great additions that they seem like a 'divine move'. They actively engage in discussions, making them the best new members."

The new lineup of residents is already causing a 'massive reaction' online. When the teaser revealed residents smiling and taking photos of each other on the snowy rooftop terrace of the 'Signal House', netizens responded with comments like "It looks like a scene from a youth romance movie," "The residents' visuals are so refreshing," "The visuals are insane!" and "I'm already feeling a dopamine rush."

The studio atmosphere has also changed significantly. This season 5 meets viewers in the 'Signal Company' office, specializing in 'flirting deduction' within the 'Heart Signal' universe. The studio is set up with various books, computers, and desks, creating an office vibe, and the 'celebrity prediction panel' of five sits around a conference sofa, focusing more seriously on the residents' 'flirting'. Additionally, this season promises to reveal the residents' honest feelings, enhancing the immersion for both the 'celebrity prediction panel' and viewers.

Since its debut in 2017, 'Heart Signal' has reached its fifth season, marking nearly a decade. As the years suggest, the new residents showcase a completely different generation with unique charms and tendencies. The 'celebrity prediction panel', after watching the footage, noted, "You'll be surprised by the incredibly fast 'speed' and 'spicy' developments that haven't been seen in 'Heart Signal' before."

Indeed, the residents express their emotions openly and assertively from the start, embodying the 'Gen Z vibe'. The 'celebrity prediction panel' predicts a chaotic love line, saying, "Every time they change locations, something happens," and "It's just the first episode, but it feels like the emotional depth of episode 11 from previous seasons."

Channel A's 'Heart Signal 5' premieres on April 14th at 10 PM.

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