tvN STORY 'The Handsome Trott' has finally produced the ultimate T4 protagonist. Choo Sung Hoon, In Gyo Jin, Hyun Woo, and Kim Joon Ho have been named the first T4 of 'The Handsome Trott,' announcing their debut as trott singers.
On the 18th (Friday), the final of 'The Handsome Trott (directed by Hwang Da Won, written by Jeong Soo Jeong)' featured the 'Last T4 Battle' Round 2 'New Song Battle,' which served as the final gateway towards the release of the music. A fierce 1:1 battle was held over 4 new songs by the hit song maker Yoon Il Sang and 'Allegedly in a Coma.' In this intense competition, Choo Sung Hoon, In Gyo Jin, Hyun Woo, and Kim Joon Ho embraced the honor of the ultimate T4 and became the protagonists of the new songs.
The final competition's results were determined by combining the scores of Yoon Il Sang, the composer of the new song, and the 'Allegedly in a Coma' scores of 600 points, along with 300 points from special judges Park Seo Jin, Hong Ji Yoon, and Ahn Sung Hoon, plus a score of 100 points from the T-100 judging panel for a total of 1,000 points. However, as the significant composer score was not revealed during the interim results announcement, it created even more suspense.
The bright opening of the final Round 2 was led by Hyun Woo and Kim Dong Ho. The two showcased a captivating performance with Yoon Il Sang's addictive new song 'I'll Hold You.' Notably, both identified each other as their primary target, yet once they took the stage, they displayed lethal dance moves and perfect synergy, earning applause. The result was also a twist. Although Kim Dong Ho was ahead in the interim evaluation, in the final results, Hyun Woo achieved a thrilling comeback with a total score of 889, becoming the protagonist of the new song 'I'll Hold You.'
Next, Italy and Kim Joon Ho clashed on stage with the new song 'The Midway Aim,' which has a fast trot beat of BPM 165. Both prepared an exhilarating group dance that captivated attention. As they showed unyielding trot passion, the audience was electrified, and Kim Joon Ho perfectly executed the main performance where he stretched out his legs, receiving applause. The 1:1 battle ended in a victory for Kim Joon Ho. Italy led in the T-100 judging panel score, but Kim Joon Ho clinched the dream new song with a total score of 937 points and a 20-point benefit.
The third matchup featured a can't-miss revenge match between In Gyo Jin and Ji Seung Hyun. The two presented the nostalgic new song 'To My Youth' by 'Allegedly in a Coma' in their unique styles. As photos from their shared memories appeared in the stage background, it conveyed deep emotions, with In Gyo Jin taking charge of the much-anticipated narration part, adding to the poignant atmosphere. The original artist also shed tears during the tightly contested battle. The protagonist of the new song was In Gyo Jin, who led with a mere 9-point advantage.
The clash of the titans, the battle between Choo Sung Hoon and Choi Dae Cheol, was undoubtedly a highlight. The two passionately sang Yoon Il Sang's new song 'Men To Man,' unfolding a heartwarming story of brotherhood and love among rugged men. Entering with a noir-like film atmosphere, they showcased their rough魅力, leading to a high-quality performance. Ahn Sung Hoon remarked, 'It felt like watching a fight between a tiger and a lion.' Both possessed a 20-point T4 benefit, but the ultimate victory went to Choo Sung Hoon, who scored the highest points among the eight with 938.
Thus, the direction of the final results became clear, and Choo Sung Hoon, In Gyo Jin, Hyun Woo, and Kim Joon Ho announced the birth of new trott singers as the ultimate T4. Choo Sung Hoon expressed gratitude to the program for creating good relationships, saying, 'Through 'The Handsome Trott,' I gained many cute younger siblings.' In particular, he added warmth by mentioning his reason for appearing on 'The Handsome Trott' was his connection with Producer Hwang Da Won from their previous work. A scene of Producer Hwang Da Won shedding tears during Choo Sung Hoon's remarks was revealed through unreleased footage, conveying deep emotions.
In Gyo Jin noted that it was a precious time that helped him rediscover forgotten passion, while Hyun Woo expressed, 'This moment, where we all ran toward the same goal, will remain in my memory for a lifetime.' Kim Joon Ho, who considered the stage a dream, added, 'I had a thought that I wanted to release a (trott) album even if I had to retire and use my own money, and I feel very grateful that I have such good results.'
As it was the final, a special stage featuring trot producers Jang Min Ho and Lee Chan Won unfolded, heating up the atmosphere even more. After Lee Chan Won passionately performed 'The Flower Day,' Jang Min Ho showcased 'Uh La La La,' highlighting the presence of the 'Um President Brothers.' The sight of Choi Ji Woo surprising everyone was captivating, alongside the support of super celebrities like Son Tae Jin and Jo Seong Ha. Notably, Choi Ji Woo publicly revealed her friendship with Kim Joon Ho through a parenting entertainment program and said, 'I was surprised to see that he had this side to him while watching his stage.'
Meanwhile, the new songs by Choo Sung Hoon, In Gyo Jin, Hyun Woo, and Kim Joon Ho T4 are set to be released through all online music platforms.
[Photo] 'The Handsome Trott'
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