Veteran Actress Sun Woo-yong-nyeo Embarks on First Solo Variety Show 'Yong-nyeo's Meal' at 81

Veteran actress Sun Woo-yong-nyeo, at 81 years old, is set to make her first solo variety show debut with tvN STORY's 'Yong-nyeo's Meal', scheduled to premiere on November 27.

Operating under the motto, 'There's no end to learning, even as one ages,' 'Yong-nyeo's Meal' is a generational role-reversal cooking show where Sun Woo-yong-nyeo challenges herself to learn trendy dishes loved by the MZ generation with the help of chefs.

The released poster features Sun Woo-yong-nyeo, donning a rose-patterned apron, smiling brightly while holding a bowl of food and a ladle, radiating her passion for learning beyond age and her cheerful energy.

In the accompanying teaser videos, when asked, 'At 81, do you still want to learn cooking?', she readily replies, 'Of course! So what if it's complicated, so what if it's difficult, I have to learn it all,' showcasing her passion comparable to the MZ generation. She also reveals her willingness to learn any genre, stating, 'Mala tang, truffle pasta, doenjang cream risotto are all welcome.'

Sun Woo-yong-nyeo sets three clear conditions for the chefs: 'No desire for fame, utmost dedication and passion, and a polite attitude.' When comedian Yoo Se-yoon asks, 'What if the chef teaches you differently than what you know?', she playfully retorts, 'Then I won't let them off the hook!', eliciting laughter.

Furthermore, during a visit to the Michelin three-star restaurant 'Mosu', she's seen grumbling about the 'tiny as a dwarf' portions of the course meal. After finishing the long course, she exclaims, 'Eating for three hours, three hours!', revealing her candid and down-to-earth charm. When asked if there's anything she wants to learn from Chef Ahn Sung-jae, she directly refuses with a 'No thank you~', showcasing her straightforwardness as a life elder.

Comedian Yoo Se-yoon joins as Sun Woo-yong-nyeo's reliable 'attendant,' continuing their chemistry after their viral YouTube video titled '81-year-old Sun Woo-yong-nyeo falls for a 35-year-younger man.' Together, they are expected to create cross-generational humor.

The production team explained, ''Yong-nyeo's Meal' is not just a cooking program, but a variety show that talks about life attitudes and the approach to learning.' They added, 'The cheerful and genuine second act of 81-year-old Sun Woo-yong-nyeo's life will be depicted.'

'Yong-nyeo's Meal' premieres on November 27 at 8 PM on tvN STORY.

Netizens are reacting enthusiastically, with comments like 'Finally, Sun Woo-yong-nyeo's own show!', 'Her willingness to learn at 81 is so admirable,' and 'Looking forward to her chemistry with Yoo Se-yoon.'