MBC entertainment show "Hangout with Yoo" is generating buzz on Wavve, showing impressive viewership ratings thanks to the reunion of Yoo Jae-suk and Park Myung-soo after five years.
The 288th episode of "Hangout with Yoo," aired on the 12th, featured a special segment titled "What are you doing with Myung-soo?" alongside comedian Park Myung-soo. This episode attracted attention as Yoo Jae-suk and Park Myung-soo teamed up for the first time in five years after the conclusion of "Infinite Challenge." The show included various classic variety experiences, such as completing bingo cards by extinguishing candles while wearing stockings, a jump rope competition with national representatives, and relay races. Most notably, in the "Hangout News" segment, which parodied "Infinite News," Park Myung-soo conducted an on-the-spot phone connection with Jung Joon-ha, who is currently staying in the U.S., resulting in explosive chemistry among Yoo Jae-suk, Ha Ha, Park Myung-soo, and Jung Joon-ha, deeply stirring nostalgia among fans of "Infinite Challenge."
Following the sustained interest from viewers, the view time for the 288th airing of "Hangout with Yoo" on Wavve increased by 18.7% compared to the previous week, and the number of viewing users also saw a remarkable rise of 22%. Additionally, the percentage of users who watched "Infinite Challenge" and subsequently tuned into the 288th episode of "Hangout with Yoo" more than doubled compared to previous episodes, proving the unwavering affection and loyalty of viewers for "Infinite Challenge."
As "Hangout with Yoo" continues to draw attention to the phenomenon-level popularity of "Infinite Challenge," Wavve plans to release a special episode of "Infinite Challenge" featuring legendary chase segments in 4K on the 24th. The episodes that will be upscale in high resolution include "Run Away With Money Bags" (episodes 110, 111, 112), "Acne Break" (episodes 158, 159), and "Catch Me If You Can!" (episodes 169, 170), enabling Wavve users to watch the legendary chase segments of "Infinite Challenge" in clearer picture and sound quality.
Meanwhile, starting in 2024, Wavve is set to offer the director's cut versions of "My Name is Kim Sam-soon" and "I'm Sorry, I Love You" in 4K as part of its "New Classic Project," the first OTT service to do so. In addition, Wavve is upscaling and providing various classic dramas such as "Time Between Dog and Wolf," "Fantasy Couple," "The Story of Bali," "My Man's Woman," and "All In." On the 24th, they are also expected to upscale and supply a variety of entertainment shows, including "X-Man," "We Got Married," and "One Million Won Happiness."
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