Park Chan-wook & Lee Byung-hun Reunite After 25 Years on 'You Quiz on the Block,' Alongside MZ Religious Leaders and Young Docents
tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block' is set to feature a remarkable lineup of guests, promising an episode filled with diverse life stories.
The 312th episode, airing today, May 24th, at 8:45 PM KST, will welcome child docents Lee Ho-jun and Yoo Hyun-sun, MZ religious figures Monk Deok-gyeong, Father Lee Chang-min, and Pastor Lee Ye-jun, along with acclaimed film director Park Chan-wook and actor Lee Byung-hun.
Child docents Lee Ho-jun and Yoo Hyun-sun, who engage visitors at the Seodaemun Museum of Natural History with their impressive explanations, will share their experiences. They will discuss their motivations for becoming docents and provide demonstrations, offering a glimpse into the world of young educators. The episode will highlight Yoo Hyun-sun's witty questions about whether Pikachu evolved or metamorphosed, and Lee Ho-jun's admiration for ecologist Professor Choi Jae-chun, including a special message from the professor. The duo will also recount challenging and rewarding moments from their docent work, as well as surprising aspects of their daily lives that will amuse host Yoo Jae-suk.
Furthermore, a unique gathering of MZ religious figures is expected to capture attention. Monk Deok-gyeong, who is an NCT fan; Father Lee Chang-min, known for his 'Sodapop' dancing; and Pastor Lee Ye-jun, the youngest pastor at 24, will share their distinct paths to their faith. Father Lee will recount his journey to becoming a priest after failing auditions at major entertainment agencies like SM, YG, and JYP. Monk Deok-gyeong will speak about the struggles of refraining from attending idol concerts, while Pastor Lee will reveal his dedication, even attending AI academies to improve children's concentration. The segment promises humor with Monk Deok-gyeong's confession about de-stressing through gaming, Father Lee's energetic dance medley, and Pastor Lee's skillful use of a wooden fish.
Finally, the legendary figures of Korean cinema, director Park Chan-wook and actor Lee Byung-hun, will share their special stories. Having first collaborated on the landmark film 'Joint Security Area' in 2000, they are reuniting after 25 years for their new project, 'Uncalled Bet.' The episode will delve into the behind-the-scenes details of Park Chan-wook's passion project, 'Uncalled Bet,' which he has been developing for 16 years, and showcase the strong chemistry the duo has maintained over a quarter-century.
Viewers can look forward to stories about the nickname Lee Byung-hun gave Park Chan-wook on set, Park Chan-wook's aspirations beyond 'Cannes Park' to become 'Ten Million Park,' and a humorous anecdote about Park Chan-wook eating two to three servings of mukbap (rice soup) after receiving encouragement from a fan. The conversation will also touch upon Park Chan-wook's early days before fame, his time managing a video store, and the gatherings with fellow directors like Bong Joon-ho and Ryoo Seung-wan, revealing his candid and human side. Lee Byung-hun's recollections of Park Chan-wook's unexpected first impression, their philosophies on directing and acting as they've become world-class talents, Park Chan-wook's methods for finding inspiration, and the moments when even the 'acting god' Lee Byung-hun felt completely blank will be shared.
'You Quiz on the Block' airs every Wednesday at 8:45 PM KST.
Director Park Chan-wook is renowned globally for his distinctive and stylish filmmaking, earning him the title of a master of Korean cinema. His works are celebrated for their unique worlds and profound themes, resonating deeply with audiences and critics alike. Actor Lee Byung-hun is recognized not only in Korea but also in Hollywood as a supremely talented actor, effortlessly embodying diverse roles across genres with his exceptional acting prowess.