MBC 'Omniscient Interfering View' delivered a surprise twist of fun with Tzuyang's Sapporo large-scale eating world and the original giant Choi Hong-man's miniature world survival story. Above all, the epic gluttony mind game between the two giants that unfolded in the studio made viewers anticipate a real eating show showdown. That day's broadcast recorded a 2049 rating of 1.8 percent, a key indicator of channel competitiveness, ranking first among Saturday variety shows. In particular, a scene in which Choi Hong-man discovered dust even on the faucet because of his tall height and washed his hair using his own know-how inside a cramped shower booth sent minute-by-minute ratings soaring to a peak of 4.6 percent, making it the biggest laugh trigger of Saturday night. (Nielsen Korea, Seoul metropolitan area)
On the 377th episode of MBC's variety show 'Omniscient Interfering View' aired on the 20th (Sat) (planned by Kang Young-seon, directed by Kim Yoon-jip · Jeon Jae-wook · Kim Hae-ni · Jung Dong-sik · Lee Da-un, writer Yeo Hyun-jeon), Tzuyang's never-ending Sapporo eating race and Choi Hong-man's unexpectedly quaint (?) reversal daily life commentary hidden behind his 217cm physique were revealed. The two, who met in the studio for the first time that day, ignited a debate from the start about "who eats better," a hot topic online. All the commentators expected a landslide victory for Tzuyang, rubbing at Choi Hong-man's pride, but the competitor Choi Hong-man did not back down, saying "you'll know once you try." He even extended an adorable fist with his pinky raised toward Tzuyang and challenged, "Bring it on!" prompting bursts of laughter.
First, in Sapporo, Tzuyang showed a residence equipped with a microwave chosen solely for eating, a large refrigerator and a table, and revealed a suitcase full of Korean food and eating show utensils. Upon waking she immediately demolished about 200,000 won worth of convenience store food, and not satisfied with that, she inhaled 42 pieces of sushi ordered via a delivery app and K-ramen she cooked herself, continuing a never-ending eating show. Tzuyang consumed a total of 18,208 kcal for breakfast alone. Even Choi Hong-man, who boasted "When I was at my peak I ate 12 cup noodles as a base and up to 12 packets of my favorite bagged ramen," revealing his gluttony, was astonished by another class of eating.
Next, Tzuyang went to the Sapporo outer market to pluck hairy crabs. She ordered a whopping 10 seasonal hairy crabs, which usually serve three to four people each. Market merchants and customers stopped in their tracks and focused their attention as Tzuyang inhaled piles of hairy crab, ate hairy crab sashimi and ordered a giant soybean paste stew. Restaurant chefs, busy trimming the crabs and serving ordered food, even gave standing applause in a spectacular scene. Later, back at the lodging during a short rest, she ate ramen and cream pasta calling it a "digestive set," leaving all the commentators looking drained. Jun Hyun-moo mentioned eat-heavy comedians and exclaimed, "Those guys sleep during their breaks, too."
The highlight of that day's Tzuyang video was the "5kg giant curry" challenge eating show. Because she usually eats slowly, the 50-minute time limit made even Tzuyang nervous. Before the tense competitor appeared a visually overwhelming curry piled like a mountain: 1.7kg of curry, 1.8kg of rice and 1.5kg of assorted fried toppings. As Tzuyang began savoring the curry, midway through the challenge she seemed to face a crisis for the first time in her eating shows, saying "Honestly, I'm full," but she summoned a final spurt and succeeded with about five minutes to spare, delivering a thrilling catharsis.
The startled restaurant owner rushed out of the kitchen and repeatedly exclaimed "Subarashi (amazing)!" Watching this, Choi Hong-man also applauded in admiration, saying "Amazing!" The types of food Tzuyang consumed in one day flowed like movie credits that day, and the summed calories easily exceeded 50,000 kcal. It was another moment that proved the unmatched stature of the "eating show queen."
Next, Choi Hong-man's video began with breakfast at his home in Jeju. He showcased his giant appetite by gulping down three packs of yogurt, six packs of quail eggs, three kinds of milk, and rapidly finishing ramen and triangular kimbap. After filling his stomach, Choi Hong-man began cleaning. A spectacle unfolded as he wiped a ceiling he barely ever cleans once a year with a wet wipe just by stretching out his hand, revealing the bittersweet reality of a giant: getting stuck in a cramped shower booth or stretching a face mask that is too small to fit his face. Moreover, in an impromptu height comparison proposed by his manager, he reacted sensitively, fiercely denying the reality of "seeming to be taller," which provoked laughter.
That day Choi Hong-man waited for his absent mother and spent a healing time at the nostalgic Biyangdo, a place he always looked at, to soothe his tired mind amid his busy schedule. He enjoyed local specialties from mugwort pancakes to carrot muffins and rode a bicycle that, although not the right size, still functioned as he cycled once around the coastal road. The "topic of the town" Choi Hong-man's "romance" colored the screen pink. Back in Jeju, visiting a Christmas market, he could not hide a smile while choosing cute gifts for his crush "Ttongku." Then at his regular restaurant, Choi Hong-man ordered his limited menu of 100 pieces of sushi, delivering a second shock. Seeing the stunt of stuffing five pieces of sushi into one bite, even Tzuyang said "I don't think I could do that," showing respect.
The sincere feelings of the true "life manager" who truly cares for Choi Hong-man moved viewers to tears. He revealed plans to prepare a farewell match aiming for the second half of next year, and the manager expressed support, saying he would "create a special retirement match." Above all, he showed hope that "after the retirement match he would transform into a sports administrator," and together they contemplated the future.
Meanwhile, next week's broadcast will reveal Lee Young-ja's returned "Yumigamak" and K.Will's sentimental "Will House." Lee Young-ja will welcome guests with seasonal ingredients such as dried radish greens and dried pollack, and actors from the movie "Made In Korea," including Jung Woo-sung and Hyun Bin, will visit to complete an all-time lineup. Viewers can expect Jung Woo-sung's reservation behind-the-scenes, Hyun Bin's "that man" live performance, and a romantic night including ganggangsullae in the first snow. Meanwhile, K.Will will unveil his three-story "emotion house" for the first time and spark laughter by squabbling in a "filial impoliteness battle" with only son Jun Hyun-moo. Also planned for release are a shocking confession that "I even considered retirement" and scenes from the heartfelt concert of a 19-year veteran singer. Next week's 'Omniscient Interfering View' will air on MBC at 11:05 p.m. Saturday, earlier than usual.
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