Yoo Jae-suk and Haha met with Heo Kyung-hwan, Tukut from Epik High, and Jang Hang-jun, who were mentioned as candidates for 'famous but not popular' celebrities.
The episode aired on the afternoon of the 19th on MBC's entertainment program 'What Do You Do When You Play?' (directed by Kim Jin-yong, Jang Woo-sung, Jang Hyo-jong, Wang Jong-seok, written by Choi Hye-jung) was themed around the 'Meeting of Unpopular People' featuring celebrities who are famous but not popular, as mentioned by Haha in the previous broadcast.
On this day, Yoo Jae-suk explained, "It's not 'famous but not popular,' but rather 'popularity that does not correspond to fame,' meaning they are celebrities without a large fandom. To show the utmost respect, I will wear a suit and deliver the invitation. If three or more participants join, the Insa-mo will be held."
The members first met the unpopular celebrity Heo Kyung-hwan. When Joo Woo-jae praised him, saying, "He seems very suitable. You're the top!" Heo Kyung-hwan responded, "I came because there are people who want to see me. I drank five cups of tea alone," sensing something strange.
Yoo Jae-suk remarked, "Your positive mindset, like Jang Won-young's, has also become a topic of discussion." To this, Heo Kyung-hwan said, "I set the longest record for NGs while doing 'Gag Concert.' It lasted about 30 minutes. The line was 'Come back before the sun sets.' It wasn't funny, nor was it difficult. But when I said, 'Have fun! Oh, I'm sorry,' I started sweating profusely," describing the dizzying situation.
He continued, "After six attempts, I succeeded, but when people clapped, I was so surprised that I couldn't remember my next line. But the audience had memorized the line, 'Come back before it gets dark!' and they helped me out."
He explained, "After messing up like that, I walked to Yeouido Park. But suddenly I thought, 'Isn't this my training period? I'm a three-month newbie, and the director put me in. This is the director's fault!'" which impressed the members.
After finishing the update conversation, Yoo Jae-suk said, "Today is our first client, and we are also cautious. There is anxiety about how the person receiving it will take it... Haha says he is famous but not popular," and he got to the main point. He continued, "Since Haha said this, let's gather... Can we reignite the passion of fans who were not active or were in the past?" as he handed over the invitation.
Yoo Jae-suk explained that if they do not gather more than three candidates, the 'Insa-mo' itself will be canceled.
The next candidate was Tukut from Epik High. Tukut said, "I thought it was a call from the country since Yoo Jae-suk called me today. My daughter asked, 'Dad, where are you going today?' and I said, 'I'm going to meet Uncle Yoo Jae-suk.' Then she asked, 'Why are you going to meet Uncle Yoo Jae-suk?'" unable to hide his pride.
Yoo Jae-suk asked, "Tukut did well in entertainment, but surprisingly, he didn't accept offers for variety shows. Why is that?" To which Tukut replied, "I didn't want to consume my image. I was afraid that if I went on a variety show, people would think, 'Oh, that's the kind of guy he is.'" revealing his stance at the time.
When Yoo Jae-suk asked, "So are you open to variety shows now?" Tukut answered, "I do everything that comes my way. When I went on 'Radio Star' this time, I did everything they asked. I've become more shameless as I've gotten older."
Haha said, "I'll speak comfortably. Kids who are famous but not popular," to which Tukut shouted, "Ah, I'm stressed!" causing laughter.
The third candidate for Insa-mo was Jang Hang-jun. Wearing a mask, Jang Hang-jun said, "You all listen well. Being a star should have an air of mystery," showing seriousness that made everyone burst into laughter. He mentioned that his daughter entered college, saying, "I'm much more nervous than my own entrance exam. Back in our day, there were more kids who didn't go to college, but now it's the norm. Look here, a high school graduate myth," pointing at Yoo Jae-suk.
To this, Yoo Jae-suk replied, "It's true that I'm a high school graduate, but why are you pointing?" looking bewildered. Haha added, "And your sister-in-law! English major! Ji-ho speaks English really well. She's a native! I'm not bragging," to which Yoo Jae-suk responded, "But why are you saying that?" looking puzzled.
When Jang Hang-jun asked, "Which university's English department?" Haha replied, "Yonsei University! She's pretty and studies well!" praising her, which made Yoo Jae-suk sweat.
Afterward, Yoo Jae-suk said, "It's nice to see you after a long time, but have you eaten?" as he handed over the invitation. Upon seeing the words 'Famous but with a small fandom Insa-mo special,' Jang Hang-jun said, "I'm so curious about what kind of idiots will gather to open a festival. It sounds very fun and interesting," smiling brightly.
When asked if he had someone to recommend, Jang Hang-jun mentioned, "There are people in the movie industry too. There's Oh Jung-se... It would be fun if Oh Jung-se comes, but there aren't people who say, 'I can't live without Oh Jung-se!'" mentioning a new candidate.
MBC's 'What Do You Do When You Play?' airs every Saturday at 6:30 PM.
[Seo Ye-ji, Star Today Guest Reporter]
