The second YouTube teaser video "How about here" for MBC's representative entertainment program "Born to travel the world 4" (hereafter 'Travel the World 4', directed by Kim Ji-woo) surpassed 1 million views just two days after its release, receiving a hot response following the first video. Released on April 11, this video features the first meeting of the four members of 'Kipassi Deck' and as of April 14, it has recorded 1.5 million views, further increasing the anticipation for the season 4 main broadcast.
In particular, the second video reached the top spot on the trending videos chart on April 13, proving its hot topic status. Netizens are expressing their excitement for season 4 with comments like "The original members of Travel the World 'Kipassi Deck' are the best," "The best members with a friendly and warm vibe," and "I'm so happy this program is starting again."
'Travel the World 4' has achieved the remarkable feat of reaching over 1 million views with its second teaser, following the first teaser "The place you were curious about" which surpassed 1.06 million views. It is drawing high interest with consecutive hits even before the main broadcast.
In this "How about here" teaser video, Kian84, Pani Bottle, Lee Si-eon, and Dex, the complete members of 'Travel the World,' joyfully reunite at Lee Si-eon's home in Heukseok-dong after a long time. It was also reported that Yoo Tae-oh, who appeared in the music series, has been cast in a 'John Wick' movie produced by a Hollywood company, unfortunately unable to join this time.
When the youngest member Dex appeared holding jokbal in front of the older members gathered at Lee Si-eon’s house, they greeted him with joy and showered compliments on Dex's improved appearance. Concerned for their health, the members suggested reducing their alcohol intake, but before long, they were raising beer cans and toasting, encouraging Dex, who had shown a weak (or shy) side during their travels to India and Madagascar, that he would do well on this trip too. Kian84 humorously expressed an elder brother-like concern, saying, "When Si-eon hyung posts a message in the group chat, at least reply with 'ㅋ,'" while the members playfully argued, saying, "That’s even weirder," generating laughs.
While stories about the travel destinations were exchanged, Kian84 mentioned the documentary 'Chama-Godo' and explained that they plan to travel along the world’s oldest trade route starting in China, going through Nepal and India to Pakistan. Dex reacted in surprise, asking if 'India' was the destination.
During the conversation, Dex, a former UDT member, added that the Gurkha regiment from Nepal is famous worldwide as mercenaries, to which Kian84 playfully suggested experiencing military life on this trip. Dex responded seriously, saying he was not going to train but to travel, which elicited laughter.
'Travel the World 4' is set to feature Kian84 and the members following the challenging journey along the world's highest and rugged mountain range, 'Chama-Godo.' They plan to vividly convey the unique cultures and lives of ethnic minorities, providing viewers with an unforgettable experience, starting from the Everest region in Nepal.
This season is particularly noted for being the final installment themed around 'Mountain,' following Kian84's challenges of 'Rain' in the Amazon, 'Fire' in India, and 'Water' in Madagascar. Kian84 revealed that he is curious about the lives of people living at the highest places, planning to highlight both the limits of humanity and the greatness of nature in season 4.
The production team stated, "We are grateful for the explosive response to the successive teaser videos. In the main broadcast of 'Travel the World 4,' we will deliver more realistic and in-depth stories of humans, nature, and culture," urging expectations for the upcoming broadcast.
Meanwhile, MBC's 'Travel the World 4' is set to premiere in May, and behind-the-scenes videos are being released every Tuesday and Friday at 6 p.m. on the official YouTube channel 'Travel the World Base Camp.'
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