Kian84 Teases 'Ultra-Extreme' Challenge on New Show 'Geukhan84': 'Thought it was a Marathon, but I Died'

MBC's new variety show 'Geukhan84' captivated viewers with its premiere episode. On the 30th, the show featured host Kian84 recruiting members for his own running crew.

Through a self-camera segment, Kian84 announced, “I’m starting a new running program now. I used to run alone, but I’m scaling things up and recruiting crew members. I ask for your keen interest.” His announcement sparked anticipation.

He expressed his hopes for the crew, stating, “I think I’ll be able to get feedback if someone who runs better than me joins. I’d like one person who runs exceptionally well, and one person I can help pull along.” He humorously added, “Above all, they shouldn’t talk more than me.” He then declared his strong will, saying, “Let’s run with excitement this year.”

However, in November 2025, after the running crew was finally formed, Kian84 foreshadowed an extreme situation by saying, “I thought it was a marathon, but it was a completely different kind of pain. I’m dead. I’m going to think of myself as dead today.” During the broadcast, he was seen collapsing while running and even vomiting, exclaiming, “I can’t run,” and “This is hell,” clearly defining the show's concept.

'Geukhan84' is an 'ultra-extreme' running variety program that chronicles Kian84’s challenge on courses exceeding 42.195km, pushing himself to the limit in extreme marathon environments and striving to complete the race.

Netizens who watched the broadcast reacted with comments like 'So typical of Kian84,' 'I like his honesty,' and 'Can't wait for the next episode.' Some viewers left messages of support, noting that the show's title, 'Geukhan84' (Extreme 84), truly seems to promise an extreme challenge.