A special episode titled 'The Power of Knowledge' will be featured on tvN 'You Quiz on the Block.'
In the 290th episode airing today (the 23rd) at 8:45 p.m., renowned actor Kang Ha-neul, famous for the 'Mythical Player' vending machine, along with the marine police narcotics investigation unit members Kim Sang-beom, Song Dong-woo, and Park Seung-yong, who were key figures in South Korea's largest drug smuggling incident, and the versatile actor Choi Dae-hoon will grant.
This year marks the 18th anniversary of actor Kang Ha-neul's debut, and he will take part in 'You Quiz.' From the start, Kang Ha-neul, who referred to himself as 'no fun,' reportedly captivated the scene with great laughter throughout the talk, contrary to his concerns. He will share anecdotes including how he got engrossed in Yoo Hae-jin's dad jokes on the set of the movie 'The Opposition' and his feelings about reuniting with his 'Incomplete' co-worker Yim Siwan and the sequel and third season of 'Squid Game.' The behind-the-scenes tales related to the famous line from 'The Heirs'—'Satan's school has Lucifer appearing'—as well as the life stories from 'Incomplete' to 'When the Camellia Blooms' and numerous parodies will also attract attention.
Viewers can also meet various episodes hidden behind Kang Ha-neul's nickname and the 'Mythical Player, famous quote vending machine,' including the reason he started looking for contact networks to memorize the names of the staff, as well as a story from the military where he helped his comrades pop their pimples. From serving buffet to moving charcoal, various part-time job stories will unfold after he moved alone to Seoul from Busan. Kang Ha-neul will also perform a live rendition of 'Farewell Taxi,' which is expected to be a delight for the ears. Audiences will discover unknown aspects of the 4D charm and unique life philosophy of 'Strong Sky' Kang Ha-neul.
The stories of the marine police narcotics investigation unit members Kim Sang-beom, Song Dong-woo, and Park Seung-yong, who apprehended South Korea's largest drug cartel, will also draw interest. The cocaine they seized weighed 60 kg and was valued at approximately 180 billion won, enough for 2 million people to use simultaneously. The three detectives, who made a remarkable impression with their overwhelming physical presence, will reveal the intricacies of a criminal organization that planned to process and distribute cocaine domestically, which was actually linked to an international drug organization. Along with demonstrations of suspect apprehension, viewers will get to see a story more cinematic than a film, from undercover transactions to the arrest of the mastermind from a Canadian gang.
Actor Choi Dae-hoon, who has become a sensation as 'Mr. Hawk,' will meet Yoo Jae-suk and Cho Sae-ho. Prior to the broadcast, a bicycle stunt video that was released received over 4.8 million views, making Choi Dae-hoon a hot topic. He is making his first variety show appearance after debuting and shows a charm not seen before. The testimony of his wife, who claims he is closer to Yang Kwan-sik than 'Mr. Hawk' in reality, as well as a funny-sad episode he experienced with his daughter after the 'Mr. Hawk' craze, will capture attention. In particular, Yoo Jae-suk reportedly could not hide his fan feelings when he directly inquired, 'What will you become? Mr. Hawk?' The common academic connection of the two as seniors and juniors at Yongmun High School, along with the story of the 'Maltese siblings without tear stains' continuing from actor Park Hae-jun, is expected to create laughter.
Viewers will also get insights into the unique efforts of Choi Dae-hoon, who infused detail into his character Busaeng-gil from youth to old age, as well as behind-the-scenes stories that led to the popular scene in 'When Life Gives You Tangerines.' In particular, he confessed that he saw his father's figure in himself when dressed as the older Busaeng-gil and shared stories about his sisters who cried for him while he was dressed up. His heartfelt longing for his father expressed through tears, as well as the life story of Choi Dae-hoon, who found a bright spring after a long period of obscurity in his 18th year since debut, is expected to captivate viewers.
tvN 'You Quiz on the Block' airs every Wednesday at 8:45 p.m.
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