SBS "Whenever Possible," Namgoong-min, Jeon Yeo-bin, and Lee Seol successfully completed their comedic adaptation journey as a trio of variety show rookies.
Accordingly, the viewership rating for the 26th episode of "Whenever Possible" peaked at 5.3%, with 3.7% in the metropolitan area, 3.3% nationwide, and 1.4% for the 2049 demographic, claiming the top spot in the Tuesday variety and drama category for the 2049 demographic, showcasing its unmatched strength as the Tuesday variety show leader. (According to Nielsen Korea)
SBS "Whenever Possible" (directed by Choi Bo-pil, written by Chae Jin-ah) is a variety show that gifts luck during the brief moments found in everyday life, known as 'gap strategy.' In the 26th episode aired on the 17th, the two main hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Yoo Yeon-seok along with their "gap friends" Namgoong-min, Jeon Yeo-bin, and Lee Seol visited the Yeouido Han River cruise and a drum practice room to create heartfelt moments of luck.
Namgoong-min, Jeon Yeo-bin, and Lee Seol captured attention from the opening with their tense demeanor as variety show rookies. Jeon Yeo-bin suddenly shouted during the talk, "Can I just cut in for a moment? Seol's hair a bit," surprising everyone. In response, Yoo Yeon-seok explained, "In variety shows, there's no such thing as cutting. Actors have this habit because of NGs," prompting Jeon Yeo-bin to say, "(The camera) is still rolling. I'm sorry," offering a jovial apology that brought laughs.
The gap host was the captain of the Han River cruise. He revealed his past connection with Yoo Jae-suk through variety show filming and impressed everyone with his expertise as a craftsman who has protected the Han River for 40 years. The first game was 'flying spoon,' where contestants flick a spoon to land on a plate. Namgoong-min advised Lee Seol, saying, "Seol, you should hit it," but ended up missing his swing and exclaimed, "I'm so embarrassed," which made everyone laugh. However, Yoo Jae-suk successfully completed the first stage in just one attempt with a clean hit. When it was Namgoong-min's turn, Lee Seol offered a spoon, saying, "Senior, I warmed it up for you!" Yoo Jae-suk and Yoo Yeon-seok didn't miss the chance to tease, saying, "That's some great etiquette," and Yoo Yeon-seok even joked to Yoo Jae-suk, "I warmed it up too," which brought about great laughter. Later, Yoo Jae-suk successfully completed up to the second stage with bonus coupons, and just when they were in a frenzy of excitement, the gap host unexpectedly called out "stop," recording the shortest stop time ever while leaving behind eight challenges. Namgoong-min exclaimed, "It's not the way it used to be. Variety shows have changed a lot," which made Yoo Jae-suk burst into laughter.
Yoo Jae-suk, Yoo Yeon-seok, Namgoong-min, Jeon Yeo-bin, and Lee Seol enjoyed the taste of clean success during lunch. They connected over their painful memories from their rookie days while walking in Yeouido. Yoo Yeon-seok shared, "When I auditioned, things didn't go well whenever it felt odd. Conversely, there were times it worked out well when I had the mindset of 'I don't care.'" In response, Namgoong-min recounted, "I went to many auditions, and I failed at all three public competitions with almost no callbacks. I have been cut after reading scripts. There was a time I went to a gathering after reading and saw others who were cut appearing on TV, and I felt a certain way looking at them." He added, "I wondered who replaced me and watched that. So when I see actors who have survived until now at award ceremonies, I think, 'You're still here too,'" nodding his head. Yoo Jae-suk agreed, saying, "That really creates a sense of camaraderie. Because we've gone through tough times together," adding warmth to the conversation.
The second meeting with the gap host took place in a drum practice room. The gap host, a drummer from the legendary Cho Yong-pil and The Great Birth, heated up the atmosphere with an impromptu live performance of "Exit 5 of Hapjeong Station" alongside Yoo Jae-suk. The second game, which started with one bonus coupon, involved hitting a drum to flip all the coins on top in the 'drum beat.' Jeon Yeo-bin easily succeeded in the first stage on her third attempt, earning the title of 'the divine hand.' However, the second stage was a high-difficulty mission requiring everyone to succeed. Even the gap host, who has held drumsticks all his life, missed the opportunity of bonus coupons. As the final challenge approached, Namgoong-min dramatically prepared, saying, "I didn't think I would bet my life on this," then desperately shouted to Yoo Jae-suk, "If we fail this round, please let it be you!" which elicited laughter from everyone. Regrettably, the game ended at the second stage. When Namgoong-min, face flushed, lamented, "Is this how it is?" the gap host relieved his disappointment with a warm hug.
[Photo] SBS variety show "Whenever Possible," broadcast capture
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