"For the time being, we plan to tackle it as a four-member team". The 'How Do You Play?' team chose to 'reorganize' into a four-member team following the departure of Park Jin-joo and Lee Mi-joo after lengthy discussions. The producer directing the program explained the background.

On the 22nd, a report from OSEN revealed that the MBC entertainment program 'How Do You Play?' announced the departure of fixed members Park Jin-joo and Lee Mi-joo that afternoon and would operate with the four-member lineup of Yoo Jae-suk, Haha, Joo Woo-jae, and Lee Yi-kyung for the time being without any additional members. In this regard, Kim Jin-yong, the producer of 'How Do You Play?' (abbreviated as 'How Do You Play?'), revealed during a phone call with OSEN that he had been contemplating the 'reorganization' of the program for a long time.

Kim Jin-yong first noted, "The departure of the two cast members, Park Jin-joo and Lee Mi-joo, and the four-member system were decided after careful consideration during the discussions about reorganization that started at the beginning of the year." He said, "We are certainly aware of the responses from viewers, which can be seen as a whip (to our program). We appreciate both the positive and critical responses and take them to heart. Continuous discussions about the 'reorganization' have been taking place since the beginning of the year."

He continued, "As the discussions progressed, we first talked with the agencies of Park Jin-joo and Lee Mi-joo. After ample discussions with the other members and the production team, we reached a decision."

Perhaps because of that, there were no tears during the final filming. Rather, it was described as an atmosphere of 'laugh and goodbye.' Kim Jin-yong emphasized, "There was no atmosphere of tears or crying at all. Instead, it was concluded joyfully in the context of 'Let’s allow Jin-joo and Mi-joo to do everything they want.'"

However, it was not a complete end. Kim Jin-yong stated, "The time that Park Jin-joo and Lee Mi-joo spent together on 'How Do You Play?' was certainly not short. Mi-joo was with us for 4 years, and Jin-joo for 3 years, during which time the production team also developed a lot of affection. As the members have deep feelings for each other, they can maintain contact outside of the program."

Additionally, Kim Jin-yong mentioned, "I never intended to keep just the male members. As I mentioned earlier, the results came out after discussions about the larger framework of 'reorganization' that have been ongoing since the beginning of the year. As a director, I want to present it to the members and viewers without discomfort, but I am always cautious about whether the results will be effectively communicated."

He added, "I am always monitoring not only the ratings but also the responses from the viewers. I appreciate every reaction and do not want to overlook any. Although it is a regular program, I value the 'continuity' of the fixed members so that we can give a seasonal feel. Therefore, for the time being, we plan to tackle it as a four-member team. We will strive to show various aspects, so please stay tuned."

'How Do You Play?' features entertainment veterans Yoo Jae-suk, Haha, and entertainment rookies Joo Woo-jae, Park Jin-joo, Lee Yi-kyung, and Lee Mi-joo! It is a variety show that does anything for laughs. It airs every Saturday at 6:25 p.m., with Park Jin-joo and Lee Mi-joo's final broadcast scheduled for the 31st.

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