In MBC 'Home Alone', musical actor Kai broke free from the algorithm and drew viewers' empathy by enjoying an analog sensibility and solitude in his daily life. Lee Jang-woo, who entered the 'world of butchery', invited 'same-age tiger siblings' actor Ryu-woon and Stray Kids' Lee Know, gifting them a Korean beef revitalization course, which created a warm atmosphere. Consequently, the household rating recorded a peak of 6.4%, ranking first among entertainment shows in the 2049 demographic.

In the episode aired on 16th, MBC 'Home Alone' (directed by Heo Hang, Kang Ji-hee, Park Soo-bin, Kim Jin-kyung, Lee Kyung-eun, Moon Gi-young) showcased the emotional haven of musical actor Kai and the Korean beef party scene featuring tiger triplet Lee Jang-woo, actor Ryu-woon, and Stray Kids' Lee Know.

According to the audience rating research company Nielsen Korea, the household rating for the previous day's broadcast of 'Home Alone' was 5.6% based on the metropolitan area, ranking first in its time slot and among Friday entertainment programs. Additionally, the key 2049 rating, which is a major indicator for advertisers and assesses channel competitiveness, stood at 3.0% (based on the metropolitan area), securing the first place in its time slot and among Friday entertainment programs.

The peak moment was when Kai revealed his second house in Jeju Island (23:47~23:50). "The Jeju house is truly a space for rest and comfort, so I wanted to leave it as a space that can be vacated," Kai introduced. He also revealed a manual he created for friends and acquaintances, which included a prohibition on cooking, with the densely packed precautions prompting comments from Rainbow members like, "We won’t go near it at all," leading to laughter. Consequently, the audience rating soared to a peak of 6.4%.

Kai's house captivated viewers with its diverse appearance reminiscent of a musical stage. Rather than a fitted interior, the beauty created by his unique sensibility and lifestyle harmonized to showcase the essence of 'maximalist interior design.' Kai's morning routine, which begins with reading paper newspapers and books instead of looking at his mobile phone, alongside a healthy diet, meditation, and stretching, provided another surprise. He stated, "The mobile phone is a machine that shows me things I didn't choose, the source of unhappiness," and shared his own know-how, saying, "I only use social media when absolutely necessary and delete apps."

Additionally, Kai mentioned that about 10 years ago, he received good energy from a difficult trip to Jeju Island, which led him to live in two homes, thus heading to his second house in Jeju. While at Jeju, Kai chose a film camera over his mobile phone as he strolled along the beach, relishing in his own tempo of healing. Upon visiting his favorite sushi restaurant, Kai remarked, "This is an opportunity to unwind," enjoying sushi paired with a drink while escaping his management routine and savoring relaxation and happiness.

Kai expressed, "I believe that an actor should live like a ball. When one side appears, the other side comes out, and I think one needs the flexibility to adapt well to change. Living a solitary life might be extremely lonely, but it's something that must be experienced." His image of sometimes being thorough and at other times a free-spirited protagonist, like a main character on a musical stage, delivered a profound impact.

Meanwhile, Lee Jang-woo visited a butcher shop in Hwangseong, known as a sanctuary for Korean beef, where he learned from his acquaintance, a 15-year veteran 'butchering master', thus stepping into the 'world of butchery.' Challenging himself to dismantle pork, Lee Jang-woo showed his enthusiasm for learning, saying, "I thought it would be simple, but it's no ordinary skill. It takes about six months to learn."

Returning home, Lee Jang-woo meticulously prepared a meal for the precious guests he invited. He announced the 'Jang-woo's Korean beef party' featuring his own recipe with spinach cream sauce and spicy sauce made from fermented shrimp, which he brought back from Hwangseong. The guests warmly welcomed by Lee Jang-woo were 'same-age tiger siblings' actor Ryu-woon and Stray Kids' Lee Know. Lee Jang-woo smiled with satisfaction at the accomplishments of the younger brothers, who have now become major stars, recalling the times he treated them to meals during their hungry rookie days.

Lee Jang-woo exclaimed, "This is prepared just for you!" as he grilled a huge chunk of sirloin, and Ryu-woon and Lee Know whipped out their mobile phones to capture the once-in-a-lifetime sight. The three enjoyed the fun of cutting and eating as they pleased with forks and knives, falling into the delightful taste that called for the truth of their being. When Lee Jang-woo said, "Just seeing your reactions fills me up," Lee Know replied, "You're not full, are you?" which made everyone burst into laughter.

"The revitalization course from the 'big brother tiger' had no end. After the sirloin steak, Lee Jang-woo treated his 'younger tiger siblings' to delicious dishes filled with affection, including savory pork belly, butter braised short ribs with mixed rice, and soybean paste ramen with beef tendons. Lee Jang-woo smiled proudly at the sight of his younger brothers enjoying the meal and finishing every plate.

Next week, a preview showed Kian84's efforts in mural volunteer service with juniors from his alma mater and Key's travel story, which took him to his 'second hometown' Gangwon Province.

'Home Alone' is a trend-leading program showcasing the colorful rainbow life of single-person household stars and has garnered much love.

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