tvN 'Fresh off the Sea' season 2 created an unprecedented chemistry with the appearance of Dex, following Kim Hye-yoon.
In the 11th episode of tvN's variety show 'Fresh off the Sea' (directed by Kim Se-hee), which aired on the 22nd, the story of the four siblings spending their last day in Boryung, Chungcheongnam-do with Kim Hye-yoon was depicted. Along with them, the original youngest and surprising guest Dex appeared from Yeosu, Jeollanam-do, bringing a full dose of fun. The broadcast achieved the number one rating during the targeted time slot for viewers aged 20 to 49, including cable and general programming channels (Nielsen Korea, based on paid platforms).
The four siblings captivated attention by presenting an extraordinary dinner spread with the octopus they harvested alongside Kim Hye-yoon. With Yum Jung-ah leading the preparation of a giant octopus shabu-shabu, the table also featured double-fried crispy octopus, cucumber pickles made in 30 minutes by 'condiment master' Park Joon Myun, and stir-fried chili peppers with squid strips prepared by rising star Lim Ji-yeon. Kim Hye-yoon could not hold back her admiration for the feast made with wild-caught octopus. The four siblings and Kim Hye-yoon continued their stormy eating show 'Fresh off the Sea' by making rice porridge with the deepening shabu-shabu broth.
A humorous incident during the first dessert time of 'Fresh off the Sea' added to the excitement. Lim Ji-yeon confidently presented tanghulu that boasted a shiny and appealing visual but stubbornly remained solid on the plate, causing everyone to panic. The subsequent taste evaluation once again set the scene ablaze. Park Joon Myun and Lee Jae-wook, after taking bites of the tanghulu, complained, "I feel like my teeth might fall out," while Lim Ji-yeon humorously took action to remedy the situation, saying, "I apologize for being overly ambitious."
On the last night in Boryung, the four siblings and Kim Hye-yoon took photos together and shared deep conversations, building another set of memories. In particular, Kim Hye-yoon confessed, "Since starting to gain attention from 'SKY Castle,' I've become more cautious when interacting with people and more thoughtful in my words," revealing the pressure hidden behind her bright energy. Yum Jung-ah empathized as a senior, stating, "It's all part of the process," while Lee Jae-wook praised Kim Hye-yoon's depth, saying, "I've never seen an actor this altruistic on set."
The next morning, the four siblings and Kim Hye-yoon began preparations for a spring outing. After a simple yet hearty breakfast of pickled kimchi with tuna and a pre-cooked soup of radish greens and bean sprouts from the day before, they decided to head to a nearby green grape farm. Particularly, Lim Ji-yeon and Lee Jae-wook, who were told the night before that they looked like real siblings, surprised everyone by showing up in matching denim outfits. The two joked, "It's so embarrassing," and "I feel like I'm stepping out," capturing the playful sibling chemistry.
The green grape farm in Boryung showcased a beautiful landscape filled with vibrancy, leaving the group unable to move on. The four siblings and Kim Hye-yoon displayed their genuine family chemistry by challenging themselves to the 'Missing You' dance challenge, wearing flower towels on their heads. Lee Jae-wook and Kim Hye-yoon participated in the much-talked-about height difference challenge, creating an exciting moment. Upon returning home, the four siblings and Kim Hye-yoon enjoyed the memorable culmination of their journey by eating Lee Jae-wook's scented octopus jjampong ramen. Kim Hye-yoon remarked, "It doesn't feel like my first time being on this show, as if I've always been doing it. It feels like a healing visit."
A month later, the four siblings headed to their fourth destination, Yeosu, Jeollanam-do. Especially bringing great joy was the appearance of the versatile worker and original youngest Dex as a guest to join them. Dex expressed, "I didn't expect to come as a guest, so it's a strange feeling. I should've come with (An) Jin noona," sharing his lonely feelings as he arrived at the house before the four siblings, disguising himself as a fisherman to trick them. Dex caught everyone's attention with his bold acting timed perfectly with the siblings' arrival, but they appeared completely unsuspecting, bringing about laughter.
Eventually, Dex began calling out, "Noona~" while mentioning Yum Jung-ah and Park Joon Myun's names. Initially surprised by the unknown voice, Yum Jung-ah and Park Joon Myun soon realized the fisherman's identity and exchanged a touching reunion with Dex. Yum Jung-ah was glad to see Dex's unexpected visit and introduced the new youngest members, while Park Joon Myun could not hide her supportive feelings, saying, "It feels unstoppable."
Meanwhile, next week's broadcast is anticipated to feature an unprecedented workload as they harvest 'DolSun' mustard. There is a heightened curiosity regarding the extraordinary chemistry that will unfold with Dex and the natural laughter-filled life in Yeosu. tvN 'Fresh off the Sea' airs every Sunday at 7:40 p.m.
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