The reaction to tvN's new dating reality show 'A Really Good Person' is quite extraordinary.
The show 'A Really Good Person' (directed by Shin So-young), which premiered on the 3rd, features celebrities serving as matchmakers to introduce their truly good friends for dating. Stars Cho Sae-ho, Kang So-ra, Kim Nam-hee, Heo Young-ji, Lee Mi-joo, Ji Ye-eun, Kim Young-kwang, and Lee Kwan-hee appear as matchmakers, generating anticipation.
In particular, they participate not just as simple panelists, but as 'Love Buddies' who watch their real friends' dating lives, offering a distinct excitement that sets it apart from existing dating shows. A pre-released video of the panel's reactions gained acclaim for capturing "genuine responses possible only from friends," and it surpassed 2.85 million views on Instagram, becoming a hot topic.
Shortly after the broadcast, viewers' reactions were enthusiastic. The authentic matches and honest responses from the stars increased immersion and garnered viewer praise. Various communities and social media have been flooded with comments like "This is much more fun than I expected," "Dopamine overload," and "The panel's reactions are so funny," quickly spreading by word of mouth.
The presence of charming friends personally 'guaranteed' by the stars is also a key part of the show's popularity. With a sense of style, Kim Gun-woo (Cho Sae-ho's friend), the well-rounded Oh Hyun-jin (Kim Nam-hee's friend) from Mapo, the likable handsome guy Shin Dong-ha (Heo Young-ji's friend), the doppelganger of Kim Woo-bin, Ha Jung-geun (Lee Kwan-hee's friend), the nerdy Choi Ji-eun (Kang So-ra's friend) who hides her beauty, the refreshingly charming Lee Da-hye (Lee Mi-joo's friend) from a sports drink commercial, the atmosphere maker Kim Shin-young (Ji Ye-eun's friend) exuding model vibes, and the charmingly cheerful Kang Soo-jin (Kim Young-kwang's friend) with a refreshing smile—each of their distinct charms has raised the excitement level from the very first meeting, heightening expectations for future love lines.
Shin So-young, the director of 'A Really Good Person,' noted, "We tried to look for 'authenticity' during the selection process for participants in the dating show, finding friends who truly need love and introductions, while considering the aspect of 'Love Buddies' who have seen them for a significantly longer time. I believe this reflects a more realistic and relatable aspect."
Shin added, "The turbulent emotions of panel friends are another point of fun that is more nerve-wracking than the friends in a relationship. The reactions on set surprised even the producers as they brought out 'real reactions.' I believe viewers will feel fresh excitement in the responses of the panelists, who react as if it's their own story, as the episodes progress and love lines are formed."
Meanwhile, on the upcoming episode airing on the 10th, the results of the contestants' first attraction votes will be revealed, initiating the main love lines. The show airs weekly on Sundays at 7:50 p.m.
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