SBS Plus 'The Manly Way to Travel in Kyushu' Promises Unique Entertainment Experience

The production team of SBS Plus's upcoming show 'The Manly Way to Travel in Kyushu' has revealed key 'viewing points' that set it apart from other travel shows.

Premiering on Tuesday, April 21 at 8:40 PM, 'The Manly Way to Travel in Kyushu' is a raw travelogue featuring Korea's top 'manly men' Choo Sung-hoon, Kim Jong-kook, and Daesung. These three charismatic men embark on an adrenaline-fueled bromance journey, showcasing their competitive spirit, endless bravado, and childlike antics.

The show promises to break through the saturated travel variety show market with its 'big fun' elements: trusted entertainers, reliable staff, and guaranteed buzz. Ahead of its first broadcast, here are three must-know 'viewing points' for 'The Manly Way to Travel in Kyushu'.

The show brings together '21st-century all-time entertainment stars' Choo Sung-hoon, Kim Jong-kook, and Daesung, creating a cast of a different caliber. From legendary fighter to a nominee for the 62nd Baeksang Arts Awards in the male entertainment category, Choo Sung-hoon is a 'natural entertainer'. Kim Jong-kook, a veteran from the '2020 SBS Entertainment Awards', and Daesung, a pioneer of 'entertainment idols', elevate the show's excitement to its peak. Their unexpected encounters and unique synergy promise to captivate viewers.

Set in Japan's Kyushu, the show captures the beauty of nature and the allure of new travel experiences. The production team, leveraging their reality show expertise from 'Law of the Jungle', adds elements of 'raw bromance' for a more dramatic and entertaining experience. The long-standing chemistry between PD Kim Jin-ho and the trio, dating back to 'Family Outing', naturally brings out laughter, delighting fans who missed the show since its end in 2010.

Another highlight of 'The Manly Way to Travel in Kyushu' is its 'unmatched SNS influence'. The pre-release videos have already surpassed 5 million views, with Choo Sung-hoon, Kim Jong-kook, and Daesung actively engaging on YouTube and social media, boasting a combined subscriber count nearing 7 million. Their videos, showcasing their dynamic interactions, have become viral hits. A Pilates session video with Kim Jong-kook and Daesung reached 2 million views, while a scene from Netflix's 'Churai Churai' featuring Daesung receiving a low kick from Choo Sung-hoon garnered 1.2 million views. Additionally, videos on Choo Sung-hoon's YouTube channel featuring Kim Jong-kook have collectively surpassed 30 million views. On Instagram, Choo Sung-hoon, Kim Jong-kook, and Daesung have 886k, 172k, and 1.122 million followers respectively, highlighting their significant social media impact.

The production team stated, "'The Manly Way to Travel in Kyushu' strives to offer viewers a fresh take on 'travel reality' shows, promising fun, emotion, and healing."

'The Manly Way to Travel in Kyushu' premieres on Tuesday, April 21 at 8:40 PM.

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