Ahn Jae-hyun Charms Viewers with His Heartwarming Humor on ‘Better Together with Lee Min-jung’

South Korean actor Ahn Jae-hyun is winning hearts—and delivering smiles—on the latest episode of KBS2’s variety show Better Together with Lee Min-jung. Broadcast on Friday, February 23, the episode captured his delightful blend of clumsy charm and heartfelt attentiveness, bringing warm laughs and sincere moments to the screen.

The episode featured a mouthwatering mukbang session as Ahn savored spicy flatfish and blue crab stew. Highlighting the “full roe inside the crab,” he excitedly showed it to fellow cast members, while also recommending a unique combination of fried silchi and green onion kimchi. His ecstatic food moments spread joy to viewers at home.

Sharing that the silchi dish made him crave a drink, Ahn subtly revealed his taste for alcohol and even initiated a toast with the cast, creating a cozy, celebratory atmosphere. Praising co-star Lee Min-jung for her culinary creativity, Ahn exclaimed, “How did you come up with this recipe so quickly? It’s absolutely perfect.”

His warm nature also shined when he brought sparkling water for castmate Kim Jung-hyun, who doesn’t drink alcohol. Ahn’s thoughtfulness elicited ‘mom smiles’ from viewers nationwide.

In a moment of signature awkward humor, Ahn tried—and failed—to fix a broken screen door he had broken earlier. As Kim Jung-hyun stepped in to fix it, Ahn applauded him with genuine admiration, drawing laughter from the crew and fellow cast members.

Given a mission to help residents on Hyojado Island and prepare a meal for 100 locals, Ahn didn’t hesitate. Though nervous, he voiced confidently, “I’ve got this,” and rose early to head out to sea with youngest cast member Kim Jae-won for trap fishing.

Bonding with the local boat captain, the duo shared fresh octopus caught that morning. Back at base, Ahn reassured a trembling Kim Jae-won as they tackled the intimidating task of octopus prep, showcasing his caring ‘big brother’ side.

Later, when serving meals to the Hyojado elders, Ahn’s respectful and friendly demeanor made a lasting impression. When a resident apologized for not recognizing him earlier, Ahn warmly replied, “No need to say sorry. Let’s meet again soon,” while genuinely accepting the elder’s hand.

This episode was yet another display of Ahn’s breezy chemistry with locals and his fellow cast, making audiences eagerly await future episodes.

‘Better Together with Lee Min-jung’ airs every Friday at 10 PM KST on KBS2.