In the special episode of KBS2's "Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears," special grants Gu Bon-seung created a pink atmosphere with Kim Sook, energizing the studio.
The episode of KBS2's entertainment program "Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears" (directed by Ahn Sang-eun, hereinafter referred to as "Sadanggui") that aired on 4th recorded a nationwide rating of 4.7%, a metropolitan area rating of 5.0%, and a peak rating of 7.4%, maintaining its top-ranking position in its time slot for 150 consecutive weeks. (According to Nielsen Korea)
On that day's broadcast, special grants Kim Sook's male counterpart Gu Bon-seung sweetened the studio atmosphere. Gu Bon-seung excited Kim Sook by saying, "Seeing you from the side makes your dimples more noticeable." Park Myung-soo, the fake news creator, joked, "Get married on October 7," setting a wedding date for Gu Bon-seung and Kim Sook, while Kim Sook replied, "I'll follow your opinion," causing an explosion of laughter. Park Myung-soo praised Kim Sook, saying, "She is smart, has a lot of money, and has vision," showing affection for his younger sister.
Meanwhile, when Kim Sook sent playful flirting to Gu Bon-seung, Park Myung-soo advised, "You should speak cutely." In response, Gu Bon-seung agreed with Park Myung-soo, saying, "I want to see you," and showed interest in Kim Sook's feminine side, heating up the atmosphere. Additionally, the two wore couple shirts made by Lee Soon-sil, continuing the sweet atmosphere.
Um Ji-in, who held her first fan meeting, spent meaningful time with her fans. Receiving fan art drawn by a 13-year-old fan, Um Ji-in expressed jealousy, saying, "I think Joo-yeon is prettier than me," eliciting laughter. Hit composer Park Jeong-wook, who composed songs for Koyote, Baek Ji-young, and Wanna One, surprised everyone by presenting a new song just for Um Ji-in. After hearing the demo, Park Myung-soo joked, "This song is too high for Um Ji-in to sing," making everyone laugh. Um Ji-in passionately sang 'The Pierrot doesn't smile at us' in front of her fans, ramping up the excitement. Although her pitch and rhythm were shaky, her fans cheered enthusiastically for her performance.
Above all, Um Ji-in was moved to tears by her fans' sincerity. Surprised by gifts like hand-drawn pictures, letters, and bouquets, Um Ji-in said, "These are things I've never received before. Thank you so much," adding, "When I see supportive comments, all the negative ones are forgotten," expressing heartfelt gratitude. She also revealed her overflowing emotions by saying, "This is my first time in my life. Thank you. I love you all."
Meanwhile, Lee Soon-sil showcased her bargaining skills, rivaling Kim Sun-dal by promoting "free sightseeing in Pyongyang" at the fabric market, while expressing her heartfelt longing for her lost daughter by making dolls from leftover fabric. Lee Soon-sil confessed, "Before I separated from my daughter, she kept begging me to buy her dolls, so I made her a doll out of a towel, and she held onto it all the time. I'm making these dolls because that memory came to mind," evoking deep emotions. She also gifted clothes for babies, a North Korean-style baby carrier, and leftover fabric dolls to her defector younger sister Kim Ah-ra, creating a warm atmosphere.
Head chef Shin Jong-cheol headed to Wando for a direct transaction of abalone with his 10-year friend Chef Jeong Ho-young and assistant Lee Ji-hoon from the Chinese cuisine team. Amid a showdown between Shin Jong-cheol and Jeong Ho-young to secure abalone at cheaper prices, Jeong Ho-young skillfully handled the fishing, even looking after a seasick Lee Ji-hoon. Lee Ji-hoon remarked, "I feel like Jeong Ho-young is like an older brother to me, and I wonder if this is true emotional leadership. I hope the head chef has seen and learned this," bursting into laughter.
Additionally, Shin Jong-cheol captured attention with a live tasting of whole abalone, abalone seaweed ramen, and an eating show featuring abalone sashimi with sesame oil. Jeong Ho-young, who was only taken care of by the abalone farm owner, made Shin Jong-cheol jealous as he said, "It seems the owner really likes Chef Ho-young." He further stated, "I'll show you how to cook abalone, so please decide after watching," challenging Chef Jeong Ho-young to a culinary duel over abalone cooking. Curiosity about the results of the fierce cooking competition surrounding the abalone contract soared, leaving viewers anticipating the next broadcast.
[Photo] Captured from KBS's "Boss's Ears Are Donkey Ears" broadcast
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