Park Seo-jin and Jin Hae-seong Debut in First Solo Variety Show 'Welcome to Jjinine'!

Trot singers Park Seo-jin and Jin Hae-seong have shared their excitement and aspirations ahead of their first solo variety show, MBN's 'Welcome to Jjinine'.

Premiering today (October 20th), 'Welcome to Jjinine' is a food healing variety show where the 'Trot National Top 24' winner Park Seo-jin and runner-up Jin Hae-seong transform into food truck owners to repay the love they've received from viewers. The duo will travel around Ganghwado Island, a representative island city of Korea, and along with the 'Black and White Chef' star chef team, they will develop unique menus using local specialties and deliver song performances, offering special感动 (gamdong - deep emotion).

Park Seo-jin, who is transforming into a 'cooking handsome man,' shared his thoughts after the first filming: "I realized how much effort goes into selling just one dish. Although preparing the food was tough, it was rewarding to see customers enjoy it." He added, "I regret not being able to talk much with customers due to the chaos of our first day of business. I'll do better next time. Fighting!"

Jin Hae-seong, dubbed 'K-Firefly' and the 'Jjinine Housekeeper,' recalled the challenging yet rewarding first shoot: "There were so many things to worry about, and I was anxious that not many customers might come. However, I felt reassured working with Seo-jin and the chefs." He continued, "It was truly rewarding to see the food served and customers enjoying it. Please show a lot of love for our 'Welcome to Jjinine.'"

The first menu item, 'Gangchu Lunchbox,' created with Chef Kim Mi-ryeong's special recipe and the hard work of Park Seo-jin and Jin Hae-seong, received rave reviews from customers for its fantastic taste. Additionally, Park and Jin held mini-concerts, offering song gifts, taking self- 인증 (in-jeung - verification/proof) photos for happy memories, and even performing the radish dance for a burst of laughter, completing a five-star full-course service.

The production team stated, "'Welcome to Jjinine' showcases the essence of wholesome entertainment, far removed from the lavish lifestyles of celebrities, as Park Seo-jin and Jin Hae-seong personally work hard on the ground." They added, "This program, in collaboration with Lotte Group for the revitalization and mutual growth of rural economies, is packed with diverse charms, from mouth-watering specialty dishes to the chemistry of 14-year friends Park Seo-jin and Jin Hae-seong, and their healing vocal performances. We hope it blows away your Monday blues."

MBN's 'Welcome to Jjinine' premieres today (October 20th) at 9:10 PM.

Korean netizens are expressing high anticipation, with comments like, 'Finally, Park Seo-jin and Jin Hae-seong have their own show!', 'I'm already looking forward to their chemistry. I want to visit Ganghwado and try the food!', and 'I've been a fan since 'Trot National Top 24', and I'm excited to see them cook.'