The official YouTube channel of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport (MOLT) is enjoying a massive boost in views thanks to a cast member from the dating show "I Am Solo."
On September 23, a promotional video titled "Will You Go with Me This Chuseok? I'll Tell You About the Traffic Measures" was uploaded to the MOLT YouTube channel. The video features Kwang-su, who is currently drawing significant attention by appearing in the "born-single" special of Season 33 of SBS Plus and ENA's "I Am Solo."
Previously on "I Am Solo," Kwang-su introduced himself during self-introductions as a Grade 5 civil servant affiliated with the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, and even revealed an encouraging message from the Minister of Land, Infrastructure and Transport.
In the video, Kwang-su captured attention with his signature awkward yet cute charm. He introduced himself, saying, "I am Grade 5 Official OOO at the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, serving as your Chuseok holiday special traffic caster." Although he looked nervous at first, he soon shook off the tension and calmly delivered key transportation service measures for this Chuseok holiday, including highway toll exemptions, a 10% discount on KTX fares, early opening of departure gates, and increased public transportation operations.
The response to the video featuring Kwang-su has been explosive. Unlike previous MOLT videos that only garnered a few thousand views, the video surpassed 2.09 million views in just four days since its release. Netizens responded enthusiastically with comments such as, "Ah, they're using a cheat key," "Honestly, if it wasn't for Kwang-su, I wouldn't have even thought about watching this," "Kwang-su, you said you were going on a diet, why are you still the same? But cute," and "It causes less fatigue than seasoned broadcasters, and his diction is honest, pure, and clean, which makes it even more charming."
Meanwhile, on the "born-single" special of "I Am Solo" Season 33, Kwang-su has been receiving support from viewers for his considerate actions and pure charm. With the final selection of Season 33 slated to be broadcast on September 30, attention is focused on whether Kwang-su will manage to escape his single status through the final selection.
(Photo: Capture from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport YouTube video)
Reporter Kang Sun-ae
(SBS Entertainment News, Reporter Kang Sun-ae)