Kim Jong-kook’s ‘Running Man’ Antics Recall His ‘Producer’ Days
A Nostalgic Look at Kim Jong-kook’s Drama Guest Role
A Trip Down Memory Lane on ‘Running Man’
On the latest episode of SBS’s Running Man, a quirky game titled ‘Touch the Mustache’ brought laughter to the viewers. The show’s members adjusted their positions to ensure the mustache landed precisely on the philtrum of a person on the TV screen.
Kim Jong-kook The Producer
During the game, Kim Jong-kook meticulously adjusted the camera angle with a serious air, prompting Yang Se-chan to exclaim, ‘Oh, The Producer!’ His remark referred to Kim Jong-kook’s appearance as a PD in the 2015 KBS drama The Producer. This nostalgic nod was met with surprise when Choi Daniel quipped, ‘Hyung, did you act?’ To which Kim Jong-kook replied, ‘I even had a kissing scene with Ye Ji-won,’ astonishing everyone.
The Kiss Scene with Ye Ji-won
U-Jae-seok chimed in, waxing nostalgic about his longtime friendship with actress Ye Ji-won, who is well-known as his college mate and close friend. Kim Jong-kook emphasized, ‘It wasn’t just a cameo. It was a legitimate acting role.’ U-Jae-seok humorously responded, ‘You had many romantic scenes with my friend.’
Ha Ha’s curiosity led him to ask about other scenes, to which U-Jae-seok jokingly added, ‘There was Eun-i too,’ playfully invoking his friend Song Eun-i, creating a comedic atmosphere on set.
Ye Ji-won’s Brief Spotlight
Even from this brief mention, it’s clear that Ye Ji-won stood out as a distinguished actress and a memorable co-star of Kim Jong-kook, making her presence known even in the short-lived mention on Running Man.
The Running Man episode not only showcased Kim Jong-kook’s vibrant humor but also offered a delightful flashback to his acting days, reminding audiences of his performance in The Producer alongside the talented Ye Ji-won.
