Actress Kim Tae-hee shares her honest stories on 'You Quiz on the Block'.
In the episode airing on the 20th, tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block' features Yale University's top psychology professor Ahn Woo-kyung, Korea's first FIA (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile) Formula 3 driver Shin Woo-hyun, and actress Kim Tae-hee, who is making her first talk show appearance in 15 years, sharing a variety of life stories.
Having transformed from a Korean star to a Hollywood actress, Kim Tae-hee shares her candid stories about marriage, parenting, and her acting career for the first time in 15 years. Yoo Jae-suk introduces her by saying, "Seeing her makes me think that God is not fair," and the two share a warm reunion after 15 years.
Kim Tae-hee reflects on her 25-year journey since entering the entertainment industry through street casting during her college days, establishing herself as a top star with works like 'Stairway to Heaven' and 'Love Story in Harvard'. She will also reveal the behind-the-scenes story of her entry into Hollywood through the American drama 'Butterfly' and how she received a love call from a drama writer.
The talk titled 'Truth or Lie' about Kim Tae-hee, who has been popular since her school days due to her natural beauty, is expected to add more interest. Various stories surrounding Kim Tae-hee, including an episode where her younger brother Lee Wan acted as her bodyguard and her story of entering Seoul National University, will unfold.
Her parenting life as 'Mom Tae-pee' with her two daughters will also be revealed. The story of her two daughters, who resemble both Rain and Kim Tae-hee to the extent that it has become a topic of discussion, is expected to draw attention. Kim Tae-hee will also share for the first time the behind-the-scenes of her romance with her husband Rain and a special flirting moment that "disarmed" her, which is expected to attract significant interest.
From her honest confession about experiencing 'forty-something' instead of adolescence to the thirst for acting she felt during her hiatus, her attitude towards aging, and her newfound understanding of her parents after becoming a mother, a series of relatable stories will follow. Notably, it has been reported that Kim Tae-hee shed tears during the conversation, drawing attention to the story behind it. Viewers can expect to hear the honest confessions of 'human Kim Tae-hee' that have never been heard before in this broadcast.
Ahn Woo-kyung, the first Korean to become a full professor in psychology at an Ivy League school, will visit 'You Quiz'. Professor Ahn is well-known for his class that attracts 500 students as soon as enrollment opens, known as the 'click frenzy class'. This is an opportunity to experience one of Yale's most beloved lectures, 'Thinking', from the front row of the living room.
In particular, the reason behind his teaching method, which involves making Yale students dance to BTS songs, is expected to garner more interest. Interesting psychology stories will also be introduced, including why humans fall into biases and various negative bias examples that affect real life. Yoo Jae-suk is also expected to be captivated, saying, "This class is fun," as he immerses himself in Professor Ahn's world-class lecture, which can be confirmed through the main broadcast.
The story of Shin Woo-hyun, Korea's first FIA Formula 3 driver, is also drawing attention. Appearing in full racing gear, Shin shares the extreme racing world where speeds reach up to 380 km/h and decisions are made in just one second. Viewers will also learn about his journey to becoming the first Korean to compete in the F3 Championship at the age of 18, as well as the life of an athlete who travels around the world, taking 50 to 60 flights a year.
In particular, Yoo Jae-suk's racing experiences, where he was called 'Yoo Ma-heo' during the 'Infinite Challenge' days, will also be revealed, adding to the intrigue. Shin Woo-hyun shares that the cost of one F1 racing car, one of the top three sports in the world, amounts to 10 billion won, and the crew operating costs reach astronomical figures of 500 billion won.
He will also vividly recount the terrifying accident during a race where he rolled over with the car more than seven times. All the intense stories from the racing scene, as told by Shin Woo-hyun himself, will be available in this broadcast.
'You Quiz on the Block' airs every Wednesday at 8:45 PM on tvN.
[Kim Mi-ji, Star Today Reporter]
