If you find K-Dramas and K-Pop addicting, wait until you begin streaming
Korean variety shows! These shows are typically packed with unique skits,
witty talking segments, fun challenges, and, of course, talented hosts and
guests. Here, Korean stars are able to showcase different facets of their
personalities when they’re put in random, hilarious situations.
Here’s a diverse list of reality and variety shows for you!
Indeed, the amount of effort Koreans put into creating different concepts
and ideas for their variety shows can totally draw you in—and thanks
to Viu Premium with PLDT Home,
entertainment has truly gone global as it makes it possible for us to
watch these titles!
Earth Arcade
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Earth Arcade
follows the quest of four female warriors to capture the rabbit that
escaped from its home on the moon and landed on Earth. The show, described
as a “new concept, hybrid, multiverse, action-adventure,”
stars Oh My Girl’s Mimi, IVE’s An Yu-jin, comedian Lee Eun-ji,
and rapper Lee Young-ji. To catch the rabbit, these warriors must fly to
places where they take on missions to reach their goal. Director Na
Young-seok, better known in the world of Korean variety shows as Na-PD,
launched Earth Arcade with Director Park Hyun-yong. Watch the
girls hilariously dance to BLACKPINK’s BOOMBAYAH and EXO’s
Loveshot below!
Great Seoul Invasion
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Let the battle of K-Bands begin!
Great Seoul Invasion, hosted by actor Yoon Park, is a reality show that actively discovers
bands of the MZ generation (also known as the Millennials and the Gen Zs)
with outstanding musicality who aim to represent South Korean rock music
globally. The search gathers 18 bands, all with their own characteristics,
to duke it out for a chance to win a $100,000 prize and a chance to hold a
concert abroad. Watch the teaser below!
EXchange 2
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Would you dare to live together with an ex? Well, these former couples
would! Back for a second season, EXchange features four pairs of
ex-flames who must live together and spend their days in one house while
performing diverse missions together. Will they be able to overcome their
previous difficulties and reunite, or will they move on and find new love?
Check out the teaser below!
Street Man Fighter
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This one’s a highly anticipated variety show following the success
of Street Woman Fighter! In
Street Man Fighter, eight all-male street dance crews compete to see which group is the
best at dancing. Kang Daniel, who hosted Street Woman Fighter,
will also be returning as the host of the show. Meanwhile, BoA, Super
Junior’s Eunhyuk, and 2PM’s Wooyoung will serve as judges. The
final group to survive receives the final reward and the ultimate
spotlight.
Keep an eye out for this fierce battle! Watch the trailer below.
Young Actors’ Retreat (Youth MT)
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Your favorite oppas Park Bo-gum, Park Seo-joon, Ji Chang-wook, and more K-Drama stars in one screen? It’s happening! Young Actors’ Retreat aka Youth MT is a new variety show that brings together actors from Love in the Moonlight, Itaewon Class, and The Sound of Magic—three dramas directed by Kim Sung-yoon. MT stands for “membership training,” a concept that will see the star-studded cast reunite for a refreshing retreat to hang out and play games together. It will begin streaming on Viu on September 10.
If you’re looking for more, we’ve got more!
Viu Premium with PLDT Home has a
long list of
Korean variety shows
you can add to your watchlist!