A special episode titled ‘Imagination Becomes Reality’ will unfold on tvN’s ‘You Quiz on the Block’.
In the 284th episode of ‘You Quiz on the Block’ (directed by Kwak Cheong-ah, written by Lee Eon-joo), which airs on the 12th, gold medalist Kim Chae-yeon from the 2025 Harbin Winter Asian Games, the original writer of ‘Severe Trauma Center’ Lee Nak-jun, and actor Joo Ji-hoon will appear.
Following the Harbin Winter Asian Games, Kim Chae-yeon, the goddess of clean skating who also won a gold medal at the Four Continents Championships, will visit ‘You Quiz’. The process of her hard work and passion to reach the top after starting skating at the age of 10 will be revealed. The behind-the-scenes story of winning a gold medal at the Winter Asian Games while enduring cramps in her legs, along with the golden advice given by Kim Yuna before the competition, will spark curiosity. Kim Chae-yeon’s mother will share the story of how she initially opposed her daughter’s skating due to the high costs of costumes and choreography, and how she began making costumes for her daughter when she was 12. Viewers can also look forward to the special gala show of Kim Chae-yeon, which will be exclusively revealed on ‘You Quiz’, as well as her mother’s dedication that earned her a nomination for the ‘ISU Best Costume Award’.
The story of Lee Nak-jun, the original web novel writer of ‘Severe Trauma Center’ and an ENT specialist, is also drawing attention. Lee Nak-jun will share his feelings about reaching global number one with ‘Severe Trauma Center’, as well as his dreams of success, from being invited to the White House to the variety show ‘Nak-jun’s House’, which is sure to make the audience laugh. Additionally, he will captivate viewers with the story of how he wanted to become a surgeon but gave up after his internship, along with the behind-the-scenes of ‘Severe Trauma Center’ that stemmed from a rare incident he experienced. Lee Nak-jun, who said, “I can’t think of anyone other than Joo Ji-hoon as Baek Kang-hyuk,” will generously share behind-the-scenes stories of the characters that were not included in the drama, including Baek Kang-hyuk and the anus.
Viewers will also get to hear Joo Ji-hoon’s talk as he returns as a world-class actor through ‘Severe Trauma Center’. Joo Ji-hoon will make the audience laugh from the start by calling out Professor Baek Kang-hyuk in a humorous tone, making Yoo Jae-suk and Jo Se-ho burst into laughter. After five years, Joo Ji-hoon returns to ‘You Quiz’ and will reveal the secret behind his captivating performance as Baek Kang-hyuk, as well as the behind-the-scenes of how he turned the web novel into a cathartic action drama through 12-hour brainstorming sessions with his juniors. In particular, the struggles he faced while collaborating with his juniors and the hilarious episodes from their gatherings are expected to bring laughter.
Now in his 20th year since debut, Joo Ji-hoon will convey a profound impression with his unique attitude towards his work, saying, “Is there a rule that says you shouldn’t be number one in the world?” Joo Ji-hoon, who has had hits with every webtoon adaptation he has appeared in, from ‘Goong’ to ‘Kingdom’ and ‘Along with the Gods’, will also present a special stage singing the OST of ‘Goong’. He will return with his witty talk, including a playful jab at his close friend Kim Nam-gil, who said he talks too much, along with conversations about friends, fans, and family.
tvN’s ‘You Quiz on the Block’ airs every Wednesday at 8:45 PM.
