KBS 2TV’s ‘Boss in the Mirror’ Star Hong Joo-yeon Shines with Antique Appraisal Skills

Hong Joo-yeon is capturing attention with her rapidly evolving skills as an MC and appraiser on ‘Boss in the Mirror’ (사장님 귀는 당나귀 귀), aired on KBS 2TV. The show, known for its unique take on leadership and workplace improvement, continues its phenomenal success streak, recording a 6.5% peak viewership rating and maintaining its position as the number one show in its timeslot for 151 consecutive weeks.

During the upcoming 303rd episode airing on June 27, viewers will witness Hong Joo-yeon and Uhm Ji-in engage in a playful ‘cute expression battle,’ delivering lots of laughter through their contrasting approaches. While Uhm Ji-in exudes excessive cuteness, Hong Joo-yeon’s adorable “Kkyu~” charms everyone, even drawing praise from host Jeon Hyun-moo, who couldn’t hide his smile.

To further hone her skills as the ‘True Antique Lady,’ Hong Joo-yeon visits an expert appraiser. Her growth is evident when she quickly identifies a Buddhist sculpture housed in a small box as a Gilt-bronze Medicine Buddha statue from the Silla dynasty, stunning everyone with her insight. Hong proudly attributes her progress to diligent studying since becoming an MC on a program reminiscent of Antiques Roadshow.

The episode showcases an array of breathtaking artifacts, including a Gilt-bronze Medicine Buddha statue valued at 300 million KRW, Picasso’s painting Massacre in Korea recognized as a genuine piece, and a handwritten calligraphy by Korean independence activist An Jung-geun. The studio is filled with awe and admiration, with special excitement ignited upon the reveal of the Picasso piece.

Catch Hong Joo-yeon’s extraordinary journey and those magnificent treasures on ‘Boss in the Mirror’, airing every Sunday at 4:40 PM KST on KBS 2TV.