Hwang Min-ho and Kim Yoo-ha, who participated in the 'Korea-Japan Prodigy King Competition', will create a legendary stage that will excite both Korea and Japan.
The 'Korea-Japan Prodigy King Competition', held to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan diplomatic relations in 2025, is an unprecedented music competition where the TOP 7 selected as representatives of Korea and Japan will face off. Following the 'Korea-Japan King Competition', prodigies from both countries, who are already exceptional from the start, will compete in a unique music contest. It is expected that through the fiery battles of trot, enka, traditional music, K-POP, and J-POP, they will not only globalize 'K-Trot' but also write a new history of cultural exchange between Korea and Japan.
In this context, Hwang Min-ho and Kim Yoo-ha will appear in the 'self-exploration round' of the 'Korea-Japan Prodigy King Competition', dominating the stage with their overwhelming vocal abilities and outstanding performances. Dressed in a red dragon robe, Hwang Min-ho confidently greets, "Am I destined to be the king? I came here today to claim the throne," and expresses the pressure of being the leader of the Korean team prodigies, saying he feels a heavy burden. He declares, "I don't think I will lose. My pride won't allow it," and as the stage begins, his gaze transforms, exuding charisma. It will be interesting to see how Hwang Min-ho's divine drum performance, accompanied by his roar of "Victory for Korea!", overwhelmed the audience.
The all-round genius girl Kim Yoo-ha is surprised to hear from the Japanese prodigies, "I know you from the 'Korea-Japan Top Ten Show' episode featuring Nakashima Mika. I was really moved," and "I was surprised at how well you speak Japanese." In particular, Kim Yoo-ha chose BoA's 'NO.1', which was loved in both Korea and Japan, and perfectly synchronized with BoA's long straight hair, costume concept, dance, and vocal style, earning praise that she resembles BoA when she was younger.
Meanwhile, Jeon Yoo-jin sends dolphin cheers and applause to a prodigy who showcased a divine stage. Jeon Yoo-jin praised the Japanese prodigy who performed 'The Ten Commandments', which she sang herself in the 4th episode of the 'Korea-Japan Top Ten Show', drawing hot attention. Additionally, all mentors including Jeon Yoo-jin, Mai Jin, Kim Da-hyun, Rin, Son Tae-jin, Shin Sung, Aki, Makoto, Mi Yu, and Kara's Kang Ji-young gave standing ovations, raising curiosity about who the outstanding prodigy is.
The production team stated, "The determined appearance of the prodigies holding the flags of Korea and Japan made us reflect on the significance of the 'Korea-Japan Prodigy King Competition', the first of its kind in Korea-Japan broadcasting history," and added, "Please check out the powerful competition and fantastic performances of the prodigies, including Hwang Min-ho and Kim Yoo-ha, who have launched into the 'Korea-Japan Prodigy King Competition' with pride and confidence, in the broadcast today (the 3rd)."
Meanwhile, the special 'Korea-Japan Top Ten Show' featuring the 'Korea-Japan Prodigy King Competition' will air today (the 3rd) at 9:10 PM and will continue for three episodes.
[Geum Bit-na, MK Sports Reporter]
