Mr. Trot 3 TOP7 Takes Flight with Historic In-Flight Performance Ahead of Japan Debut

K-pop has its idols, and K-Trot now has its rising global stars. The hit Korean trot music program ‘Mr. Trot 3 TOP7 Begins’ is breaking borders as its top seven finalists embark on their first overseas journey to Japan. In a bold crossover event, the group stunned with an unprecedented in-flight concert and delivered heartfelt performances on Japanese soil — all documented in the show’s fourth episode airing April 24 on TV CHOSUN.

Headlining the excitement was Kim Yongbin, the show’s ‘Jin’ (1st place), who took the mic mid-air for the series’ first-ever live performance on a commercial flight. “It’s my first time singing on a plane. I’ve never experienced anything like this before,” he admitted, before captivating the cabin with a flawless performance that transformed the flight into an impromptu concert hall.

Upon landing, the nerves continued. As members including Son Bina (‘Sun’), Cheon Rokdam (‘Mi’), and Choi Jaemyung began rehearsing for ‘Mr. Trot Japan’ — their first international showcase — unexpected choreography mistakes caused backstage tension. “I’m more nervous than during the competition,” confessed Kim Yongbin, while Son Bina admitted to being speechless from the stress. Yet, they powered through with tireless practice leading up to the main stage.

The emotional crescendo didn’t end there. Choi Jaemyung, recent recipient of a ‘Hallyu Star Award,’ impressed local Japanese fans with his charming visuals, proving that language barriers mean little when star power takes the spotlight. His appearance sparked buzz—and envy—among fellow members with his instant connection to the crowd.

‘Mr. Trot 3 TOP7 Begins’ is capturing not just the music, but the magic and momentum of K-Trot’s cultural ascent into the global spotlight. With real-time backstage access, emotional firsts, and international dreams, this episode cements trot music’s place in the expanding Hallyu wave. Catch the full story of their Japanese debut and behind-the-scenes drama tonight at 10 PM KST on TV CHOSUN.