tvN "You Quiz on the Block" will feature a special episode titled "the day that will become history."
Today (the 4th, Wed.) at 8:45 p.m., episode 333 of You Quiz on the Block (directed by Heo Gang-seok and Kim Ji-young, writer Lee Un-ju) will feature historian Shin Byeong-ju, who has studied the Joseon dynasty for 30 years; Yoon Hee-jun, the center director who produced idols at SM Entertainment for 22 years; singer Yoon Jongshin, celebrating his 36th debut anniversary; and 17-year-old gold medalist Choi Gaon, who even overcame fractures.
Historian Shin Byeong-ju, who has studied the Joseon dynasty for 30 years, visits You Quiz. Called up again along with the record-breaking box office success of the film The King's Warden, which has surpassed 9 million viewers and is approaching 10 million, he reveals rumors and the truth surrounding the death of King Danjong. He will tell every story related to Danjong that is causing a stir, from the strange occurrences that took place in Yeongwol after Danjong's death, to interpretations of the final scenes of Danjong and Eom Heung-do in the film, and even the farewell story between Danjong and Queen Jeongsun that does not appear in the film.
Also, along with the story of Geumseongdaegun, who was Danjong's reliable supporter and mentor, viewers can hear the hidden life story of Han Myeong-hoe, the ultimate villain in The King's Warden. From the Apgujeong incident that foretold the fall of Han Myeong-hoe's absolute power to interpretations of the famous scene in the film The Face Reader that foreshadowed Han Myeong-hoe's end, viewers will be able to encounter all the fascinating stories of the Joseon dynasty we did not know in the broadcast.
The story of Yoon Hee-jun, the center director who produced idols at SM Entertainment, the center of the K-pop industry, for 22 years, will also be revealed. Yoon, who leads SM Entertainment's artist development center, is the Midas touch overseeing the entire artist development process from casting to training and deciding debut members.
Known for his black jacket and red lipstick, he will personally reveal the full story behind how he became a figure of fear among trainees and the misunderstandings and truths surrounding SM's casting methods. Amid fierce competition in which only about 10 out of roughly 150,000 applicants per year survive as trainees, he will disclose the selection criteria that beat a 0.00867% chance, the identities of idols he personally cast, and tips for choosing stage names. Behind-the-scenes stories, including going to Seoul Station to greet RIIZE's Wonbin to protect him and stories about Lee Jae, the lead of "Golden," are expected to add interest. Special interviews delivering Yoon's behind-the-scenes include EXO's Kai and RIIZE's Wonbin. With the memorable line "stars need to be scolded too," viewers will meet the sincere stories of center director Yoon Hee-jun, who has devoted himself to K-pop history.
Viewers can also hear the story of Yoon Jongshin, Korea's representative singer-songwriter who has sung for 36 years alongside the nation's memories. Yoon Jongshin will directly reveal the full story behind the sudden year-end concert cancellation and refund process that led to the world's first "concert cancellation show." Since debuting in 1990 as a guest vocalist for O15B, he has released as many as 641 songs, including "That Day Long Ago," "Rebirth," and "Goodbye," and his musical journey that has pierced the sensibilities of the times adds interest. Yoon Jongshin will also perform live and share unexpected behind-the-scenes stories related to his hits.
He also captivates viewers with his distinctive wit, including the story of how he took on 600 million won in debt in his 30s, his refuge in life and anecdotes with director Jang Hang-jun, and a sharp remark aimed at his close friend Jang Hang-jun, who is on the cusp of becoming a 10-million-view master with The King's Warden. In addition, he is expected to draw more laughter with bold revelations about Yoo Jae-seok, who he says nurtured him comically, and the "Yoo Jae-seok phobia" that developed in Yoon Jongshin.
Viewers will also hear the story of Choi Gaon, the indomitable genius border who conquered the world at 17. Choi, the first gold medalist in a snow sport in Korea's history, fell in the first and second runs but achieved a dramatic come-from-behind victory by landing a high-difficulty trick in the final third run. In addition to the behind-the-scenes story of the gold medal, which was selected by NBC in the United States as one of the top 10 moments, Choi will reveal a surprising anecdote with her father that took place during the competition, adding to viewers' interest. Even in the hair-trigger situation in the 7-meter halfpipe arena, equivalent to the height of a three-story apartment, when both knees would not move, the miraculous moment when she got back up saying, "even if I die here, I'll grit my teeth and try," delivers emotion.
She will reveal everything from starting snowboarding at age 7 following her father to the journey of never giving up her dream despite repeated injuries. In particular, she recounts a harrowing experience of undergoing three major surgeries after a sudden injury 20 minutes before the dream competition. The tearful recovery, during which she felt "like being dead with eyes open" and lived with a urine bag and blood bag attached, will be revealed. On the other hand, viewers can also see a surprise video of K-pop group CORTIS that turned tough-hearted Choi Gaon into a seventeen-year-old girl. A longtime fan of CORTIS, Choi shies away but delivers a surprising dance time that does everything she should, bringing laughter. Viewers will meet all the stories of genius border Choi Gaon in the broadcast.
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