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On July 13, tvN announced that actor Go Kyung-pyo will join original cast members Park Bo-gum and Lee Sang-yi for 'Bogum Magical 2,' which is scheduled to premiere this coming November.
tvN's 'Bogum Magical' is a healing variety show that captures the experience of running a special hair salon where the cast trims both hair and hearts in a rural village. Season 1, which aired last winter, delivered wholesome laughter through the delightful chemistry between close friends Park Bo-gum, Lee Sang-yi, and Kwak Dong-yeon, while also providing touching moments as they connected deeply with the residents of a small village in Muju.
In fact, Season 1 of 'Bogum Magical' ranked first in its time slot across all channels for seven consecutive weeks among tvN's key target demographic of men and women aged 20 to 49. It also topped cable and general programming ratings in its time slot for six consecutive weeks and proved its popularity by remaining in the top 10 for non-drama TV buzz for nine consecutive weeks.
The global response was also enthusiastic. The program, which was released in approximately 200 countries and regions including Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the Americas, and Europe, demonstrated the potential of K-variety shows by receiving a high rating of 9.5 on the global content review site IMDb.
The biggest change in the upcoming 'Bogum Magical 2' is the addition of new member Go Kyung-pyo. Having already proven his worth as a variety show gem through various appearances with his pure yet quirky wit and quick-witted work style, curiosity is building over what kind of unique presence Go will display while running the hair salon.
Attention is particularly focused on the reunion of Park Bo-gum and Go Kyung-pyo. The two, who previously worked together in the dramas 'Cantabile Tomorrow' and 'Reply 1988,' are well-known best friends in the entertainment industry who have maintained a close bond for over 10 years. A key point to watch is the synergy that their comfortable and natural chemistry, built over many years, will bring to the program. Additionally, the new dynamic between Lee Sang-yi, who moves from being the eldest brother to the second-oldest with Go's arrival, and the new member Go Kyung-pyo is also highly anticipated.
'Bogum Magical 2,' the special hair salon operation story of three delightful men, is scheduled to premiere this coming November.
Reported by Kang Seon-ae
(SBS Entertainment News, Reporter Kang Seon-ae)
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