Lee Kwang-soo, Kim Woo-bin, Do Kyung-soo Captivate with Mexico Journey on 'Bean to Bean'

Lee Kwang-soo, Kim Woo-bin, and Do Kyung-soo have enthralled viewers with their exploration of Mexico, blending reality and romance.

The third episode of tvN's 'Bean to Bean: Overseas Exploration' (directed by Na Young-seok, Ham Moo-seong, Shim Eun-jeong), aired on October 31st, delivered a jam-packed episode filled with laughter from the 'KKPP Food' vs. headquarters cash receipt war to the joy of exploring Mexico.

The show achieved an average viewership rating of 2.7% nationwide and a peak of 3.1%, with the Seoul metropolitan area reaching 2.8% average and 3.3% peak. This marks the third consecutive week at number one in its time slot across cable and general programming channels nationwide and in the Seoul metropolitan area. The key demographic for viewers aged 20-49 also secured the top spot for three weeks running in the same categories. (Based on paid platforms including cable, IPTV, and satellite / Provided by Nielsen Korea)

The first settlement time with headquarters ignited a tense standoff between KKPP Food and the main office over cash receipts. When the hand-written cash receipts for the monkey masks by Kim Woo-bin faced a processing crisis, Lee Kwang-soo offered them as a gift to the finance manager, while Kim Woo-bin attempted to negotiate the saved costs. However, their efforts failed, leading to a humorous 'tantrum' from the duo and a delightful conflict between KKPP Food and headquarters.

Meanwhile, the exploration team savored Mexico, visiting taco hotspots, Zócalo Square, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and embarking on a hot air balloon and pyramid tour. The taco journey, led by the 'taco-obsessed' Do Kyung-soo, included a visit to a famous tripe taco joint, where he finally found his 'life taco'. Even Kim Woo-bin, who usually dislikes tripe, indulged in a massive eating spree, with the three consuming a total of nine tacos.

During the hot air balloon tour, a significant expense, Kim Woo-bin and Do Kyung-soo quickly adapted to the height. In contrast, Lee Kwang-soo remained seated in the basket, seemingly unwilling to stand. He reacted sensitively to the crew's movements, complained of ear discomfort, and imagined the worst-case scenarios, even joking about giving up everything if the balloon pilot demanded it.

At the pyramid ruins, personal filming was permitted but professional equipment was not. Lee Kwang-soo took charge of filming the ruins, while Kim Woo-bin handled portrait photography, showcasing their unexpected directorial talents. Learning about the history and significance of the pyramids alongside the guide enhanced the viewing experience.

In an interview immediately after the pyramid tour, Lee Kwang-soo, having forgotten the pyramid facts, sought help from Do Kyung-soo when concerned about disappointing the company representative. When Do Kyung-soo tested him by asking about the amount of stone used in the pyramid's construction, Lee Kwang-soo confidently, yet uncomfortably, answered '2.5 million tons. Is it 2.5 million tons?' with a barrage of gestures, causing much laughter.

Netizens reacted positively, commenting things like 'Lee Kwang-soo's acrophobia hit legendary levels,' 'Kim Woo-bin and Do Kyung-soo's taco eating spree was amazing,' and 'Felt like I traveled to Mexico myself.' Many expressed anticipation for the next episode.