The program 'Running to Live' unveiled a powerful teaser video capturing the intense passion of 'beginner runners' who challenge their limits for various reasons.
The special project commemorating MBN's 30th anniversary, titled 'Running to Live' (hereinafter 'Running'), set to air for the first time on April 19 at 8:20 p.m., is a sports reality entertainment show featuring stars from different backgrounds tackling marathons and overcoming their limits.
Sean, known as 'the marathon charity angel,' and Lee Young-pyo will serve as the Director General and Deputy Director, respectively, with Bae Sung-jae and Yang Se-hyung as the marathon commentary team. As for the 16 'beginner runners,' they include 'President of Basketball' Heo Jae, actress Bang Eun-hee, former baseball player Yang Jun-hyuk, lawyer Yang So-young, hair loss specialist Han Sang-bo, chef Jeong Ho-young, choreographer Bae Yoon-jung, brain scientist Jang Dong-seon, former MBC announcer and broadcaster Son Jeong-eun, fitness creator Jo Jin-hyung from 'Physical 100,' former baseball player Choi Jun-seok, singer Sleepy, comedian Kim Seung-jin, singer Ahn Sung-hoon, and former LABOUM member Yul-hee, as well as former Golden Child member Lee Jang-jun.
The recently released teaser video features the striking phrase 'people facing a new starting line in life' along with authentic declarations from the 'beginner runners,' capturing viewers' attention.
First, Heo Jae, who is challenging the marathon as 'the oldest beginner,' stressed, "After retiring, I became lethargic by staying at home all the time. I want to show that I can do it again." Next, Yul-hee noted, "Divorce is by no means a failure in life. I will overcome all these situations," expressing her determination. Sleepy conveyed his serious resolve, stating, "I have been finishing last every day, which lowered my self-esteem. I want to feel the victory over myself," while Bang Eun-hee expressed her eagerness for new challenges, saying, "I will be 60 years old in a few years. I want to show that I can do it at this age."
Additionally, the teaser contains the message 'the first step that changes your life' and features the struggles of 'beginner runners' who have just begun intense marathon training, already making viewers' hearts race. As the training progresses, the 'beginner runners' face extreme physical limits, combined with the phrase 'running is not about the record, but the process,' heightening curiosity and anticipation for each individual's growth story.
'Running to Live,' a special project celebrating the 30th anniversary of MBN, which will showcase the marathon challenges and growth stories of 'beginner runners,' will air for the first time on April 19 at 8:20 p.m.
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