The top 10 of 'Current King of Singers 2' achieved a great success in an at-home concert through the 'Current King of Singers 2 Gala Show,' completing a 'fun quartet' of excitement, emotion, laughter, and tears.
The second episode of the MBN 'Current King of Singers 2 Gala Show,' broadcast on the 11th, achieved a remarkable feat by recording the highest viewership rating of 8.4% and a nationwide rating of 6.9% (Nielsen Korea standard), ranking first among all channels in the same time slot, including terrestrial, comprehensive programming, and cable, as well as first among all entertainment programs aired on Tuesdays. The broadcast featured the final members of 'Current King of Singers 2,' the top 10 including Park Seo-jin, Jin Hae-sung, Enok, Shin Seung-tae, Kim Jun-su, Choi Su-ho, Kang Moon-kyung, Hwan-hee, Kim Soo-chan, and Shin Yu, and included special guests Noh Ji-hoon, Song Min-joon, Kim Kyung-min, and Hwang Min-ho, showcasing a wealth of entertainment.
The second episode of the 'Current King of Singers 2 Gala Show' opened with the group song 'I Will Give My All to You,' performed by the top 10 showcasing prince-like visuals. Enok, Noh Ji-hoon, and Kim Kyung-min transformed into romantic Elvis Presley and continued to impress with their visuals as '18-Year-Old Sooni.' Choi Su-ho represented the new song 'You T' gained from 'Current King of Singers 2' with the freshness of MZ Trot's rising star, while Noh Ji-hoon, the poster boy of 'Current King of Singers 2,' showcased his charming emotional voice with 'First Marriage.'
Following this, the performance of the three mood makers of 'Current King of Singers 2,' Shin Seung-tae, Kim Soo-chan, and Jin Hae-sung unfolded. Shin Seung-tae brought joy with his new song 'Evidence,' while Kim Soo-chan displayed smooth stage manners with 'A Woman Like Destiny,' and Jin Hae-sung showcased the essence of traditional trot with 'Free,' earning a fantastic interaction with the audience. Park Seo-jin, selected as number one for communication with fans, visited the event venue for the first time since being crowned the second current king of singers, communicating with fans who gathered from across the country to see him and expressing his gratitude, creating a warm atmosphere. Park Seo-jin performed 'Nami Ga,' filled with his determination to create even more exciting stages as the second current king of singers, accompanied by a lively drum performance that stirred the audience.
Kang Moon-kyung rode this momentum, raising the spirit of the audience, including sixth-grade fans across the country with 'Sixth Grade Class 6,' while Hwan-hee shed tears with the poignant emotions of 'Hot Goodbye,' as the 'Shin-Shin Brothers,' Shin Yu and Shin Seung-tae, reunited with 'Clock Hands,' provided warmth through fan service by holding hands with attendees and then burst into laughter with their signature pose for 'Ah! Sarubia.' Kim Jun-su, performing 'Seagull Love,' drew cheers with his booming voice.
Hwan-hee and Kang Moon-kyung unleashed unexpected chemistry not seen during the competition. Introducing Song Min-joon's 'After' after a long time, they maintained a continuous flow, and Kang Moon-kyung exclaimed, 'So beautiful!' after listening to the emotional song by the noble prince, Song Min-joon, creating a sea of laughter. The original chemistry fairy of the trot world, Jin Hae-sung, and Park Seo-jin, created a 'push-and-pull chemistry' with 'Aira-ye,' shining with a close-friend vibe that continued from last week. The subsequent performance of 'Little Giant' Hwang Min-ho with 'Yongdusun Elegy' immersed the audience in an emotional sea, and Choi Su-ho, bearing a flower basket, completed a lovely stage with 'Flower Song.' Park Seo-jin released the stress of the audience by singing 'Jagalchi Ajima' with his refreshing vocal prowess, and Shin Seung-tae delivered a soul-stirring performance with 'As Life Goes On.'
Top 3 Enok attracted attention by going straight to meet fans right after the live finale of 'Current King of Singers 2.' Overwhelmed by the fans who held their breath watching the results, Enok was moved to tears of joy and conveyed an enchanting performance of the highlight stage from 'Current King of Singers 2,' 'About Romance,' offering a spectacular visual feast.
Shin Yu filled the heated atmosphere with heartfelt emotions through 'Chou,' while Kim Jun-su expressed 'The Road That Turns Again' in a more powerful manner than during the competition, receiving applause. Hwan-hee showcased the charm of 'Soul Trot' with the much-discussed song 'Love,' which was praised during the competition for the first time with the comment 'Taking out the R&B style.' Kim Soo-chan chose 'Due to Love' as a tribute to the late Song Dae-gwan, who cherished him when he was alive, leaving a resonating impact, while Kim Kyung-min demonstrated the worth of 'Trot Bull' with his powerful voice in 'Ugliness.' Shin Yu and Hwan-hee proved their emotional duet appeal with 'Winter Rose,' often cited as a duet stage people wish to see again, providing healing sounds for the ears.
After all the performances, the 'First Current King Gala Show King Award,' given to the current king who illuminated the 'Current King of Singers 2 Gala Show,' was presented. Shin Yu and Kang Moon-kyung, who boasted the best chemistry, ascended as the 'First Current King Gala Show King Award' winners and received a shoe gift certificate worth 3 million won. The 'Current King of Singers 2 Gala Show,' filled with a wealth of performances, beautifully concluded with the song 'Love,' which was the last message from the top 10 to the viewers.
Meanwhile, the top 10 expressed their gratitude to the viewers in an interview conveying what the 3-month journey of 'Current King of Singers 2' meant to them. The illustrious second current king, Park Seo-jin, stated, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'challenge.' I thought I had to show a new side of myself every time I went on stage, so I challenged and tried new things every day. It was a stage where moments of worry and contemplation accumulated, and finally, I was able to discover myself.' Following him, the top 2 Jin Hae-sung reminisced, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'growth,' while the top 3 Enok described, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'my second child.' Top 4 Shin Seung-tae said, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'true singer,' top 5 Kim Jun-su expressed, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'new discovery,' top 6 Choi Su-ho shared, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'a choice without regret,' and top 7 Kang Moon-kyung remarked, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'gratitude.'
Top 8 Hwan-hee stated, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'connection,' while top 9 Kim Soo-chan noted, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'a cup filled to the brim.' Lastly, top 10 Shin Yu remarked, 'Current King of Singers 2 is 'the beginning,' evoking a sense of heaviness.
Meanwhile, the 'Current King of Singers 2 Gala Show' concluded with the second episode. The '2025 Korea-Japan King of Singers Competition,' featuring the national representatives selected in 'Current King of Singers 2,' is set to air later this year.
[Photo] Capture from the broadcast of 'Current King of Singers 2 Gala Show'
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