Lee Seung-gi and Lee Hong-gi Steal the Spotlight with Powerful Win on ‘Immortal Songs’

In an electrifying performance that captivated audiences nationwide, South Korean entertainers Lee Seung-gi and Lee Hong-gi emerged as the champions of ‘Immortal Songs’ episode 706, aired on KBS 2TV. Their striking chemistry and commanding stage presence earned them the coveted trophy in the ‘2025 Oh My Star’ special edition, along with a ticket to the year’s mid-season Grand Champion round.

This episode featured a stellar lineup of musical duos, including Hongja & Lee Soo-yeon, Kim Jun-su & Choi Su-ho, Park Wan-gyu & Baek Chung-gang, Lee Seung-gi & Lee Hong-gi, and Choi Sung-soo & Ahn Sung-hoon.

Each pair brought a unique twist to their performance. Hongja and Lee Soo-yeon delivered an emotionally charged rendition of Im Hee-sook’s ‘My One and Only Left Me,’ collaborating in harmony. Kim Jun-su and Choi Su-ho fused traditional Korean sounds with modern elements in ‘Whale Hunting,’ creating a fusion gugak stage. Park Wan-gyu and Baek Chung-gang moved listeners with their high-intensity rock ballad version of ‘You, the Rain.’ Meanwhile, Choi Sung-soo and Ahn Sung-hoon’s interpretation of ‘Making Memories’ resonated with warmth across generations.

The climactic moment came when Lee Seung-gi and Lee Hong-gi hit the stage, astonishing viewers with their powerful vocals and fiery synergy. Their performance not only claimed first place but also ignited widespread praise from viewers and critics alike.

According to Nielsen Korea, this episode scored a national rating of 6.1% and 6.2% in the Seoul metropolitan area, continuing Immortal Songs’ winning streak for 119 consecutive weeks in its time slot.

The impactful victory by Lee Seung-gi and Lee Hong-gi further underscored the talent of Korea’s top entertainers, reinforcing the cultural blend of tradition and modernity that continues to define the success of music variety shows like ‘Immortal Songs.’