Korean Variety, a list by lounge tv

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These days, as variety shows are gradually disappearing, this is one of Korea’s representative variety shows that has been responsible for Sunday evenings for over 10 years. This program features numerous stars and members going around various places, playing games, and completing missions. In particular, among the many fun elements of variety shows, this one focuses solely on laughter. Open your eyes! Big fun is coming in! Open your mouth! Big laughter is coming in! Open your heart! Useful lessons are coming in!

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8.5

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age 14+

Eighty "Black Spoon" underdog cooks with a knack for flavor face 20 elite "White Spoon" chefs in a fierce cooking showdown among 100 contenders.

79

8.3

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79

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76

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age 14+

It's the ultimate showdown of wits, brains, strategy, and alliances for a chance to win 500 million won.

76

7.7

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75

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76

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age 14+

One hundred contestants in top physical shape compete in a series of grueling challenges to claim the honor — and cash reward — as the last one standing.

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7.2

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70

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76

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On a deserted island, flirtatious singles look for love, because only as a couple can they leave the island for a romantic date in paradise.

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9.2

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Run BTS! is a variety web series starring BTS, broadcasting intermittent for free viewing on Weverse and YouTube, was formerly offered weekly for free viewing on V LIVE.

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7.9

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74

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75

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100

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Popcorn

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age 14+

24 female police officers, firefighters, bodyguards, soldiers, athletes and stuntwomen team up by profession to compete for survival on a remote island.

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8.1

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79

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73

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Elite athletes from eight countries battle for national pride. After grueling tests of raw strength and endurance, only one flag can claim victory.

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8.8

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83

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83

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A spin-off of the Youn's Kitchen series. A program that shows the process of Lee Seo-jin, who was promoted from director of 'Youn's Kitchen' in the past to now a CEO/boss, opening and running a small snack & street food bar abroad.

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8.8

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age 10+

Whenever BTS's Jimin and Jung Kook meet, chaos and excitement ensue! In the summer of 2023, they embark on an unforgettable trip before their military enlistment. Their unpredictable adventure is full of surprises. Will Jimin and Jung Kook complete their journey safely?

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8.1

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77

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75

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Male celebs play make-believe as high schoolers, welcoming star transfer students every week and engaging in battles of witty humor and slapstick.

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34

6.8

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68

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75

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60

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age 13+

Six "agents of mystery" with excellent chemistry probe into bizarre incidents that cannot be explained by science in creative and unique ways.

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4.6

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53

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60

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A zombie virus outbreak has run amok in Korea — who will outwit the undead in the face of challenging quests and come out alive?

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7.9

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74

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78

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age 14+

A group of young adults share their last week of teens and first week of twenties together — experiencing freedom and all the “firsts” of adulthood.

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8.6

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73

/40/

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age 13+

On a remote island, Kian84 hosts a quirky B&B escape, where BTS' Jin and Ji Ye-eun lead guests through playful exploits and delightful chaos.

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8.6

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86

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83

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Letterboxd

3.8

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Members of each drama team mix together, play various MT games, and travel together, building new friendships and creating pleasant memories.

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8.3

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81

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71

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2 Days & 1 Night is a South Korean reality-variety show with the motto "real wild road variety." Its main concept is to recommend various places of interest that viewers can visit in South Korea.

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8.2

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82

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I-LAND (아이랜드) is a South Korean boy group reality survival show produced by Mnet and organized by Belift Lab, which at the time of airing was a joint venture between entertainment companies CJ ENM and HYBE. It premiered on June 26, 2020 and broadcasted every Friday at 11 p.m. KST on Mnet. A second season, I-Land 2, was expected to premiere in the first half of 2022 featuring female trainees; however, on July 15, 2022, it was announced that it would be postponed. Instead in 2023, HYBE partnered with JTBC to produce R U Next? featuring trainees who would debut in Illit, signing with Belift Lab, becoming labelmates with Enhypen. On July 24, 2023, Mnet announced the second season titled I-Land 2: N/⍺, not in affiliation with Hybe or Belift Lab, featuring female trainees. The show started airing in April 2024, and is collaborating with The Black Label, with the final lineup debuting in WakeOne.

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6.2

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65

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age 15+

YouTube, TikTok, Instagram — 77 elite influencers flaunt their skills to strategically draw the most attention in this high-stakes social survival show.

75

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7.4

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70

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82

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age 14+

Ready to step into the dating world, lifelong singles get expert help for style, health and confidence. Will they manage hiccups on their way to love?

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8.8

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Four warriors who gathered to catch the moon rabbit who fled to Earth! A new concept hybrid multiverse action adventure variety that unfolds across time and space begins!

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7.5

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67

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Yu Jae-seok, Lee Kwang-soo and Kim Yeon-koung travel all over Korea to learn from the best traditional masters in a bid to become the No. 1 Apprentice.

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6.8

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75

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70

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This brand new mystery variety show that has only one rule: "Survive, no matter what". For each mission, cast members will enter an unknown, virtual reality space through a secret door. No matter what reality they face through the door, they must endure and survive.

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8.6

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77

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An up-close look at celebrity dads who have to take care of their kids for the next 48 hours without any help. Will it be a dad-tastrophe, or can they finish their wives' to-do lists while having fun with their kids?

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8.1

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It can be a badge of honor to be “single.” “I Live Alone” is a documentary-style South Korean reality series that follows the members of a self-formed club called Rainbow, which is comprised of celebrities who are single and live alone.

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13

7.3

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70

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77

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Five siblings face endless missions in this pure entertainment variety show. With a few screws loose, they embrace chaos in their search for sanity.

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13

8.5

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81

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85

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The variety show is a large-scale game show, where the members will try and escape a secret room.

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8.3

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85

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A text message arrives from a dead friend. Since then, mysterious cases take place in a high school, which are intricately tangled with each other. Five mystery club members get together to reveal the truth of the mysterious incident at school.

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6.8

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60

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72

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Shin Dong-youp and Sung Si-kyung dive into adult entertainment in Japan, meeting people from all walks of life to demystify the "taboo" experience.

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7.3

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68

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Young men and women move into the Pink House, each carrying one lie about themselves, be it their occupation, age, or academic background. Whirlwinds of emotions break out in the face of unraveling truth. Identities reveal as the relationships walk the tight rope between love and reality.

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7.5

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68

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Weekly Idol is back with all new hosts. Cho Sae Ho, Hwang Kwang Hee and Nam Chang Hee are sticking together as a new unit group for Weekly Idol, a.k.a CKN Trio, to turn the idol world upside down! Get ready for their hot debut! Cho Sae Ho transforms himself into an idol expert. The hottest entertainer in the show business is marching into the idol world after taking over variety shows and he's more than ready to dominate the show with his amazing look and talents. They say idols understand each other best! As soon as being discharged from military service, Hwang Kwang Hee is reenlisted in Weekly Idol as a senior and a mentor to cheer his fellow idol friends. And lastly, the hidden card of the trio, Nam Chang Hee joins Weekly Idol. With his irresistible charms and talents, Nam Chang Hee becomes the irreplaceable member of Weekly Idol and shows off his amazing chemistry with idols.

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A group of hungry celebrities listen to poppin’ tunes, from recent hits to all-time-favorites, to correctly dictate a part of the lyrics. The songs may sound familiar, but the part they must dictate are unclear to the naked ear, as the lyrics are slurred, muffled by strong beats, etc. If they get the lyrics right, they get to share exquisite regional dishes. But if they get them wrong, a professional eater gobbles it up instead.

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56

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Competitors are given elaborate masks to wear in order to conceal their identity, thus removing factors such as popularity, career and age that could lead to prejudiced voting. In the first round, a pair of competitors sing the same song, while in the second and third rounds they each sing a solo song. After the First Generation, the winner of the Third Round goes on to challenge the Mask King, and is either eliminated or replaces the previous Mask King through live voting. The identities of the singers are not revealed unless they have been eliminated.

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7.9

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76

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100

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After completing the gruelling "Physical: Asia" finale, Team Mongolia leads their Korean teammates on a Mongolian trip of outdoor challenges and culture.

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8.2

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83

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The special follows the cast on a two-day, one-night trip to celebrate the show's anniversary.

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100

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7.4

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60

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Don Lee's extreme boxing survival. Who will survive to be the champion standing in the ring?

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90

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Debut's Plan is a 2025 South Korean boy group reality competition survival show created by Starship Entertainment. It followed the process of creating their newest boy group. It premiered on March 14, 2025, and aired every Friday at 9:30 PM KST on the show's YouTube channel.

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70

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N/A

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7.4

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90

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83

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Once a far-off promise, now a reality — three buddies finally hit the road in Kenya. Get ready for adventure, banter and maybe even a giraffe selfie.

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8.8

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65

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Love begins with excitement. But what does it take for love to become marriage?! Young men and women dreaming of marriage have gathered under one roof. Over the course of a month, they travel between Italy and Seoul, experiencing fateful pairings to find their lifelong partner. A racing heart, perfectly aligned values, desirable financial stability, a shared perspective on love… What would be the best pairing for me? These young men and women navigate between romance and reality, spending a month filled with both excitement and moments of clarity. The most thrilling and realistic story about love and marriage in this era!

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8.2

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70

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90

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The Idol Star Athletics Championships return after a 2-year hiatus as a Chuseok Special. New games such as track, archery, futsal, dance sports, and even e-sports will be introduced to help everyone see the various charms of many idols. The man who hosted the event for 10 years, Jun Hyun Moo, the living legend of the first Championships, Lee Hong Gi, and the beloved mascot, Dahyun, will be hosting this year's event. Please look forward to the show as vigorous idols compete to break the records set by past MVPs for over 12 years.

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60

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A provocative and honest love story about a man and woman with a younger partner who overcome the barrier of age difference and are bold and honest in their love.

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80

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A team of K-beauty experts, nicknamed the “K-beauty Avengers” (including Pony, Leo J, and Cha Hong), open a Korean beauty store in Manhattan, New York, to showcase Korean beauty style.

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84

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100

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TIME TO TWICE is a reality TV show series that stars K-pop girl group Twice. The show is currently ongoing, available to watch via YouTube, VLIVE and Naver TV. Each season features a multitude of games, group activities or challenges in real or fictionalized settings that the members of TWICE partake in.

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100

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An "ultra-extreme" running reality show that documents Kian84 as he throws himself into unimaginable courses exceeding 42.195 kilometers. Set in the harsh conditions of extreme marathon racing, the program follows his journey of pushing his body to the limit and challenging himself to the very end.

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6.2

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100

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For every celebration and season, tteok is a staple. Discover how this traditional rice dessert weaves through Korean life, heritage and culture.

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