Cha Seung-won & Choo Sung-hoon Embark on a Quest for 'Spicy Flavors' in New tvN Variety Show

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Cha Seung-won & Choo Sung-hoon Embark on a Quest for 'Spicy Flavors' in New tvN Variety Show

Jisoo Park · September 23, 2025 at 08:36

Actors Cha Seung-won and Choo Sung-hoon are set to embark on a culinary adventure across Asia, seeking out the region's 'spicy flavors' in a brand-new variety show for tvN. The program is slated for broadcast in early next year.

This marks Cha Seung-won's return to variety shows after approximately one year, following his appearance in tvN's 'Three Meals a Day: Fishing Village 5' last November. Fans are eagerly anticipating his comeback, especially after he showcased his enhanced culinary skills as 'Chef Cha' in his previous variety stint.

Meanwhile, Choo Sung-hoon, who recently celebrated surpassing one million subscribers on his YouTube channel, has been highly active in the variety show scene this year. His appearances include Netflix's 'Choo-Rai Choo-Rai,' 'Jal Saeng Gin Trot,' 'Choo Sung-hoon's Dinner,' 'Hang Tang Project - My Turn,' and 'Our Ballad,' among others.

The new show will feature Cha Seung-won, known for his exceptional cooking abilities, and Choo Sung-hoon, who has captivated the MZ generation with his steak mukbangs. Together, they will explore and recreate spicy dishes from various Asian locales. Yang Jung-woo PD, the mastermind behind successful series like 'Unnies' Salon' and 'The Great Escape,' will be directing, promising a high-quality production.

Cha Seung-won and Choo Sung-hoon first forged a connection in the 2011 drama 'Athena: Goddess of War' and have maintained a close friendship ever since. Their bond, initially formed through action scenes, has led to continuous contact. Viewers are keenly interested in their upcoming Asian gastronomic journey and the spicy chemistry they will undoubtedly bring.

Cha Seung-won is widely recognized for his exceptional cooking skills, earning him the nickname 'Chef Cha' through his popular appearances in the 'Three Meals a Day' series. His culinary content consistently garners significant attention and engagement. Beyond his acting roles, his witty remarks and comedic timing in variety shows have earned him a dedicated fanbase.