Handsome Guys Welcomes Choi Daniel as Special Guest With Hilarious Backstory

tvN’s beloved food variety show Handsome Guys is set to bring more laughter and heartfelt moments in its upcoming 22nd episode, airing on June 8 at 8:40 PM KST. Featuring a rotating cast of five charming male entertainers, the show delves into regional hidden food gems while navigating comical group dynamics. This week, actor Choi Daniel steps in as a guest to fill the spot of Oh Sang-uk, who is absent due to travel delays following an international fencing tournament.

From the get-go, regular cast members Shin Seung-ho and Lee Yi-kyung throw playful jabs at the missing youngest member, sparking laughter with mock warnings and competitive spirit. But it’s Choi Daniel’s surprising connection to Lee Yi-kyung that steals the spotlight. Introducing him as “the brother who gave me a house,” Lee reveals how Choi Daniel once provided him with a place to stay during hard financial times — a gesture that became a turning point in his career.

The episode gains more authenticity as both actors reminisce over the neighborhood where they once shared memories, now the setting for their culinary quest exploring Jamsil’s notable lunch and dinner hotspots. Their real-life friendship brings a warm dynamic and local flair to the food-hunting mission.

Tensions rise and laughter ensues when the “kind brother” image of Choi Daniel starts to crack under humorous peer pressure. Refusing a future reappearance voucher from Shin Seung-ho with an outburst — “I don’t need it. I’ll tear it apart if you give it to me!” — Choi’s unexpected transformation adds an entertaining twist to his guest role.

With bonding moments, heartfelt revelations, and delicious dishes in the mix, fans are sure to be entertained by Choi Daniel’s dynamic appearance on Handsome Guys. Episode 22 airs on June 8 at 8:40 PM on tvN.