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Good Day (TV Program)
''Good Day'' () is a South Korean variety show hosted by G-Dragon, the leader of the band Big Bang. It premiered on MBC TV on February 16, 2025, and is also available for streaming on Disney+ and iQiyi in selected regions. Background Heralded as G-Dragon's inaugural solo entertainment show, ''Good Day''—a variety program crafted in the format of a reality show— was helmed by Kim Tae-ho, the renowned producer of ''Infinite Challenge'' (2005–2018). It marked the two's first reunion since their long-standing collaborations on the program, including appearances in the show's music competitions and episodes like "Muhan Sangsa". This venture marks Kim's first return to MBC in three years since his last work '' Hangout with Yoo''; before resigning from the broadcasting network in 2021 to establish his own production company TEO that same year. The program's inception stemmed from an idea proposed by G-Dragon himself, inspired by his aspiration to use music for a "meaningful ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Variety Show
Variety show, also known as variety arts or variety entertainment, is entertainment made up of a variety of acts including musical performances, sketch comedy, magic, acrobatics, juggling, and ventriloquism. It is normally introduced by a compère (master of ceremonies) or host. The variety format made its way from the Victorian era stage in Britain and America to radio and then television. Variety shows were a staple of English language television from the late 1940s into the 1980s. While the format is still widespread in some parts of the world, such as in the United Kingdom with the '' Royal Variety Performance'', the Philippines with ''Eat Bulaga!'' and '' It's Showtime'', and South Korea with '' Running Man'', the proliferation of multichannel television and evolving viewer tastes have affected the popularity of variety shows in the United States. Despite this, their influence has still had a major effect on late night television whose late-night talk shows and NBC's vari ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Infinite Challenge
''Infinite Challenge'' (; abbreviated as ) is a South Korean comedic reality television show that aired on MBC TV from 2005 to 2018. The show was produced by Kim Tae-ho, and starred various entertainers, including Yoo Jae-suk, Park Myung-soo, Jeong Jun-ha, Haha, Jung Hyung-don, Noh Hong-chul, Jun Jin, Yang Se-hyung, Hwang Kwang-hee, Gill, and Jo Se-ho. ''Infinite Challenge'' was marketed as "Korea's first reality-variety show", combining the humorous games of Korean variety shows with the intimate filming style of reality television. Each episode features cast members competing in challenges, including physical competitions and song contests. Often called "the nation's variety show", ''Infinite Challenge'' was consistently popular in South Korea during its 13-year run. In 2008, the show reached its viewership peak, with nearly 30 percent of South Korean television viewers watching the program. The show was voted the country's favorite television program in both 2015 an ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lee Soo-hyuk
Lee Hyuk-soo (; born May 31, 1988), better known by the stage name Lee Soo-hyuk (), is a South Korean model and actor. Life and career Born Lee Hyuk-soo, he debuted as a model in designer Jung Wook-jun's ''Lone Costume'' fashion show in 2006. He walked runways for domestic fashion brands including ''General Idea'' and ''Song Zio'', and did cover shoots for several fashion magazines such as '' GQ'', ''Bazaar'', and ''Elle''. After appearing in music videos of girl groups Gavy NJ and 2NE1 in 2009 and 2010, Lee expanded his career into acting. Using the stage name Lee Soo-hyuk, his credits include the television series '' White Christmas'' (2011), ''What's Up'' (2011), '' Vampire Idol'' (2011–2012) and ''Shark'' (2013). He also appeared in the films '' The Boy from Ipanema'' (2010), '' Runway Cop'' (2012), and '' Horror Stories 2'' (2013). In 2013, Lee went to Europe for Paris Fashion Week and London Fashion Week, where he walked fashion runway shows for Balenciaga, J.W. A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Im Si-wan
Im Si-wan (; born Im Woong-jae, December 1, 1988) is a South Korean actor and singer. He is a member of the South Korean boy band ZE:A and its sub-group ZE:A Five. As an actor, he is best known for starring in the film ''The Attorney'' (2013), and the television series '' Misaeng: Incomplete Life'' (2014), which were both successful at the box office and in the ratings. He gained international recognition for his role in '' Squid Game 2'' (2024). Early life and education Im Si-wan was born Im Woong-jae on December 1, 1988, in Busan, South Korea. He attended Busan Gudeok High School, Pusan National University, University of East Broadcasting Arts, and is currently studying at Woosong Information College. He legally changed his name to the current name before his debut. Career 2009–2010: Debut with ZE:A While he was attending the Chin Chin Song Festival in Busan, Star Empire recruited him as a trainee. He entered a nine-member group called " Children of Empire", where he tra ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jung Hae-in
Jung Hae-in (; born April 1, 1988) is a South Korean actor. Jung first gained recognition with supporting roles in the television dramas ''While You Were Sleeping (2017 TV series), While You Were Sleeping'' (2017) and ''Prison Playbook'' (2017–2018). He has since starred in ''Something in the Rain'' (2018), ''One Spring Night'' (2019), ''D.P. (TV series), D.P.'' (2021–2023), ''Snowdrop (South Korean TV series), Snowdrop'' (2021–2022), and ''Love Next Door'' (2024). Jung has also starred in the films ''Start-Up (film), Start-Up'' (2019) and ''I, the Executioner (2024 film), I, the Executioner'' (2024). Career Beginnings Jung's first acting experience was through a musical in college, however his determination to become an actor was established when he was in the Conscription in South Korea, military service and he lost 12 kilograms in order to achieve his dream. He debuted at the age 26. Jung officially debuted in 2014 through the TV series ''Bride of the Century'' and th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
