tvN STORY's first trot entertainment show ‘Handsome Trot’ has revealed key points to heat up Friday nights just two days before its premiere.
tvN STORY’s ‘Handsome Trot’ (directed by Hwang Da-won, written by Jeong Soo-jeong) is a new music entertainment show where 12 male stars from the entertainment industry challenge trot with sincerity. The unexpected participation of these 12 stars in the trot genre is set to present a differentiated format and a new perspective that distinguishes it from existing trot entertainment shows. With the premiere on the 21st approaching, there is already a surge of interest, and we highlight the must-see points.
▲ “12 People’s Sincerity” Heartwarming Stages with an Unprecedented Lineup
The unprecedented lineup that has garnered attention even before the broadcast is undoubtedly a key point of expectation. From legendary MMA fighter Choo Sung-hoon to 29-year veteran actor Jang Hyuk, musical theater performer Choi Tae-joon, trot challenger and son of a famous singer In Gyo-jin, villain actor Ji Seung-hyun, charming actor Jung Gyeo-woon, scene-stealer Tae Hang-ho, eternally youthful actor Hyun-woo, musical actor Kim Dong-ho, actor Lee Tae-ri known for his role in ‘Soonpoong Obstetrics and Gynecology’, fencing gold medalist Kim Jun-ho, to handsome contest winner Han Jeong-wan, these 12 unique stars are adding to the anticipation.
Each of them has their own story about trot, and they are expected to deliver deep sincerity in every round, even surprising Lee Chan-won and Jang Min-ho, who represent the trot scene in Korea. The first round is set to feature the legendary stage that won Lee Chan-won’s top pick title and a ‘trot enthusiast’ stage that touches everyone’s hearts with its unique sincerity, raising curiosity for the main broadcast.
▲ “Lee Chan-won X Jang Min-ho’s Uniqueness” Surprise Stages from Trot Producers and Trot-Ducing!
Lee Chan-won and Jang Min-ho will not only serve as MCs for ‘Handsome Trot’ but will also challenge ‘Trot-Ducing’ (Trot + Producing), presenting a unique perspective that sets it apart from other trot entertainment shows. They are expected to be strong supporters for the 12 stars, and their roles become even more important as they must receive the choice of all trot producers to become candidates for ‘T4’ in each round.
According to the production team, a joint stage by Lee Chan-won and Jang Min-ho will be revealed in the first broadcast this Friday. It has been reported that the extraordinary class of active trot singers has left the 12 stars in awe, heating up the scene and making the first broadcast even more anticipated.
▲ “Such Scale is Unprecedented” tvN STORY’s First Trot Entertainment Show
‘Handsome Trot’ is the first trot entertainment show ever presented by the tvN STORY channel. It boasts a massive scale based on specialized infrastructure for various global performances. With professional staff and diverse stage setups, along with peak trot performances and sincere competitions, it aims to captivate viewers’ eyes and ears on Friday nights.
The final TOP 4 of ‘Handsome Trot’ will receive the privilege of debuting as trot singers by receiving songs from famous composers. ‘Handsome Trot’, which will portray another sincerity towards trot, will premiere on Friday, the 21st, at 10 PM on tvN STORY, and will also be available on tvN at 11:40 PM on the same day.
