Netflix Welcomes Heartwarming Korean Variety Series ‘Going Min Jung, Coming Min Jung’
‘Going Min Jung, Coming Min Jung’ Hits Top 10 on Netflix South Korea Series Chart
The heartwarming Korean variety show ‘Going Min Jung, Coming Min Jung’, originally broadcast on KBS2, is gaining international attention after marking a successful debut on Netflix. Since its premiere on May 16, the show has quickly climbed into the Top 10 on Netflix’s South Korea chart, signaling its expanding reach among global viewers.
A Rural Adventure Packed with Laughter and Emotion
This unique observation variety program follows five personalities—Lee Min-jung, Boom, Ahn Jae-hyun, Kim Jung-hyun, and Kim Jae-won—collectively known as “Jung Siblings.” They travel to countryside villages in a mobile convenience store packed with essentials, engaging with locals and spending heartfelt evenings in each village.
Episode Highlights Spark Buzz
In the episode airing on May 23, the team takes on the challenge of preparing a feast for 100 residents in a small village called Hyojado while dealing with intense wind resembling a typhoon. Among standout moments, Kim Jung-hyun earns a new nickname, “So Jung-hyun,” for his diligent work, while Ahn Jae-hyun and Kim Jae-won deliver big laughs with their adorable blunders.
Unexpected Romantic Confessions
During their late-night heart-to-heart, Boom inquires if anyone has a girlfriend—a question that prompts a cryptic response and comedic surprise from Kim Jung-hyun. His answer, “A girlfriend?” suggests more than meets the eye, teasing viewers with a possible revelation in the episode.
Venturing into the Sea and Song
Adding to the show’s charm, viewers will also witness the introverted Kim Jung-hyun step out of his comfort zone by singing the classic Korean song, “남행열차” (‘Southbound Train’), in front of village elders. Meanwhile, the bumbling yet lovable duo Ahn Jae-hyun and Kim Jae-won set off on a dawn fishing expedition in the open sea, hilariously failing at octopus hunting.
The episode promises warmth, laughter, and local flavor, airing Friday, May 23 at 10PM KST on KBS2.
