Jump Showdown: Underdog Kim Geun-woo Defies the Odds on JTBC’s ‘뭉쳐야 찬다4’

Get ready for the ultimate altitude battle in sports entertainment. On April 20, JTBC’s popular sports reality show ‘뭉쳐야 찬다4’ returns with its third episode, diving into the much-anticipated vertical jump challenge. Designed by legendary footballer Lee Dong-gook, the test pits towering athletes, professional models, and actors against each other, all vying for the ‘King of the Sky’ title.

Cha Seo-won—known for his recent marriage to actress Uhm Hyun-kyung and newborn son—steps onto the field with confidence, standing 185cm tall. He’s joined by world-class model Lee Seung-chan, who has graced all four major fashion weeks, earning praise from industry veterans Lee Seok-chan and Guevara.

But it isn’t just a battle of height. Actor Shin Hyun-soo brings his 189cm frame and background in elementary school athletics, while Kim Kang-min of ‘슬의생’ fame and Cha Joo-wan from ‘어쩌다뉴벤져스’ join the high-stakes showdown. No Ji-hoon, a former youth national goalkeeper, adds to the line-up of giants—each well over 180cm.

However, it’s Kim Geun-woo, the 173cm underdog and son of actress Ra Mi-ran, who captures everyone’s attention. Despite his shorter stature, the expert panel sees potential. Lee Dong-gook emphasizes, “Jumping is about explosiveness, not height,” while coach Ahn Jung-hwan adds that Kim’s lower body strength is “remarkable.”

As the test kicks off, towering athletes wow the judges with gravity-defying jumps. The level of competition intensifies, leading to an unexpected twist in the rankings. Could Kim Geun-woo’s tenacity set a new standard for heart over height?

Catch the thrilling vertical showdown, only on JTBC’s ‘뭉쳐야 찬다4’ this Sunday, April 20, at 7:10 PM KST.