MBC's '2025 Chuseok Special Idol Star Championship' (hereafter 'Idol Star Athletics Championships') has confirmed Jun Hyun-moo, Lee Chang-seop, Lee Eun-ji, and Jonathan as the MCs.
'Idol Star Athletics Championships,' marking its 15th anniversary this year, is set to showcase a record-high 61 teams and 373 idols competing, promising even more intense and diverse matches. This includes a total of five events, revealing athletics, wrestling, pistol shooting, penalty shootouts, and dance sports, along with the newly introduced event 'pistol shooting,' which is expected to bring exciting entertainment to viewers during the Chuseok holiday.
Jun Hyun-moo, the symbol of 'Idol Star Athletics Championships' who has consistently hosted the event since 2013, will lead the event as the unquestioned 'master of ceremonies,' navigating the flow of the matches with skilled insight and witty remarks. Lee Chang-seop, a member of the idol group BTOB (Beast to Beast), known for his steady presence in entertainment, is set to inject vitality into the scene as he faces his first challenge as the main MC of 'Idol Star Athletics Championships.'
Lee Eun-ji, known as a 'trustworthy MC' for her stable hosting and quick wit across various programs, is expected to fill the stadium with laughter and energy with her refreshing reactions and witty comments. Jonathan, representing the 'MZ generation,' is expected to elevate the atmosphere with his bright energy and clever remarks, bringing even more vibrancy to the scene.
This year's 'Idol Star Athletics Championships' will offer different charms for each sport. In athletics, thrilling speed competitions and unpredictable drama are anticipated, while wrestling will showcase the charm of traditional sports where strength and skill collide, and 'shooting idols' are expected to emerge in pistol shooting, demonstrating breathtaking focus. Penalty shootouts are predicted to provide tension where the outcome hinges on just one shot and save, while dance sports will showcase a dazzling performance combining music and sports.
The MBC '2025 Chuseok Special Idol Star Championship,' where the passion and rivalry of the idols converge, will be broadcast during the Chuseok holiday in October.
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