In 'The Jeon Hyun-moo Project 2', Kim Sung-ryeong exhibited her candid and easygoing charm during the 'Chuncheon food trip' with Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube.
In the 18th episode of the full-fledged real street food documentary 'The Jeon Hyun-moo Project 2' (co-produced by MBN and Channel S), which aired on the 21st, Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube (Kwak Jun-bin) embarked on a food trip adventure to uncover Chuncheon's hidden gem restaurants alongside their easygoing 'eating buddy' Kim Sung-ryeong. They highlighted MZ-style 'good places to feel good' restaurants, as well as a Dongchimi cold buckwheat noodle restaurant they visited through the 'Kim Sung-ryeong Project', and enjoyed a nostalgic Nurungji meal at a pub they visited for the first time in 'The Jeon Hyun-moo Project', stimulating viewers' appetites. Notably, this broadcast achieved a rating of 2.2% (according to Nielsen Korea, among paid TV households nationwide) on MBN, breaking the highest score of Season 2 and illustrating the soaring popularity and sensationalism of 'The Jeon Hyun-moo Project 2' by dominating the 'most viewed news' and trending search terms across various portal sites.
On that day, Jeon Hyun-moo, who appeared in downtown Chuncheon, remarked, "In 2025, it's the representative 'good place to feel good' in Chuncheon, and it's my favorite~" as he headed to a hidden gem restaurant. At a retro-style restaurant where 'AZ' would likely go, the two enjoyed a home-cooked meal served in a twisted tray filled with side dishes, featuring the traditional 'mother's taste' of 40 years.
After enjoying the simple meal, Jeon Hyun-moo hinted, "Today, 'the eating buddy' is waiting. It's a Miss Korea (MiCo) alum." Kwak Tube responded, "Could it be the star of a scandal?" while his eyes widened, and Jeon Hyun-moo clarified, "That friend is not a MiCo." Hong Joo-yeon has recently been in the spotlight due to dating rumors blurring reality and virtuality with Hong Joo-yeon, a newscaster 20 years his junior.
In response, Kwak Tube questioned, "Haven't you had a scandal with MiCo?" Jeon Hyun-moo casually replied, "I must have; scandals often happen~" demonstrating a 'so cool' reaction. The two then went to meet Kim Sung-ryeong, their 'eating buddy' of the day, who is a 1988 Seoul Olympics MiCo winner. Upon seeing Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube, Kim Sung-ryeong greeted them warmly and said, "There's a place recommended by many acquaintances," and took them to a hidden cold buckwheat noodle restaurant. Here, they showcased a delightful noodle-eating performance while enjoying flavorful cold buckwheat noodles accompanied by Dongchimi broth.
After a satisfying meal, Kim Sung-ryeong stated, "The next course is the 'Nurungji meal' restaurant that every actor visits when they come to Chuncheon!" as they moved to a pub. Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube, who were the first to visit a pub for 'The Jeon Hyun-moo Project', expressed mixed feelings, but when they saw photos of actors like Song Joong-ki, Jung Kyung-ho, and Ko Kyung-pyo on the walls, they displayed a bizarre sense of anticipation. As the atmosphere engulfed them, the three ordered Nurungji meal alongside eel and highball. While waiting for the food, Jeon Hyun-moo suggested, "Since we're at a pub, let's reminisce about old memories" and asked Kim Sung-ryeong about her 'MiCo' days. She reminisced, "As soon as I became the MiCo winner in 1988, I appeared on various shows. I was cast as the host of 'Seshibong' with Yoon Hyung-joo and also hosted the 1991 Daejong Film Awards."
However, Kim Sung-ryeong surprised them by stating, "I starred in director Kang Woo-seok's 'Who Saw the Dragon's Claws' without auditioning, but after that, I wasn't able to appear in films for 16 years." Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube playfully asked, "Were there issues with acting skills or mistreatment on set?" to which Kim Sung-ryeong replied, "No. I received three best newcomer awards for 'Who Saw the Dragon's Claws.' After that, I continued to turn down casting offers, and later there were no offers at all." Shortly after, the Nurungji meal set with 12 side dishes was served, and Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube, who were initially puzzled by the 'Nurungji' dish, became fully absorbed in the nostalgic deep flavor of Nurungji.
While deeply engrossed in their meal, Kim Sung-ryeong remarked, "When I was in elementary school, we went on field trips to Mokdong. Back then, Mokdong was desolate." This prompted Jeon Hyun-moo to retort, "Sister, how old are you?" leaving Kim Sung-ryeong flustered. The restaurant owner then recommended eel, and Kim Sung-ryeong showcased her unpretentious and easygoing eating style. Surprised, Kwak Tube commented, "You're much more easygoing than I thought, compared to what I've seen on TV," giving her a thumbs-up. Meanwhile, Kim Sung-ryeong, feeling slightly guilty for using informal speech despite being on air, later apologized, providing great laughs until the end.
'The Kim Sung-ryeong Project' Chuncheon food trip concluded warmly, as Jeon Hyun-moo and Kwak Tube, known as 'food bros,' traveled down to Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do, to uncover hidden food gems, which can be seen in the 19th episode of the jointly produced entertainment program 'The Jeon Hyun-moo Project 2' airing on the 28th at 9:10 p.m.
[Photo] OSEN DB, MBN·Channel S 'The Jeon Hyun-moo Project 2'