"Comedy is a universal language": Lee Su-geun and Hwang Je-seong challenge their comedic pride in 'Shut Up, Korea-Japan Match' [Comprehensive]

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Korean representative comedians Lee Su-geun and Hwang Je-seong will face off against Japanese representative comedians with 'comedy'.

At the production press conference for KBS Joy's new variety program 'Shut Up, Korea-Japan Match' held at the Stanford Hotel in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, on the 2nd, Kim Byung-jin, Head of KBSN Content Business Division, PD Shim So-hee, Korean comedians Lee Su-geun and Hwang Je-seong, Japanese comedians Fukushima Yoshinari, Wes-P, and Seimei Name Japan member Hitomi attended.

'Shut Up, Korea-Japan Match' is a variety show that resolves various issues, from minor differences in perspective to real-life disputes between Koreans and Japanese, through games, combining the fun of variety shows with the unique tension of a national competition.

On this day, Business Division Head Kim expressed confidence, stating, "I felt this title was 'just right' since last year, so we prepared this program. We conducted a preliminary briefing with an objective perspective, and I am confident it will become the top variety program of the year."

He continued, "Through 'Shut Up, Korea-Japan Match,' I hope it becomes an opportunity to reflect on the relationship between the two countries at least once. With the World Cup approaching, I believe this program will offer a unique thrill."

PD Shim stated, "This program started with rock-paper-scissors. While pondering how to create tense scenes, we planned a showdown with Japan. Since talented comedians from Japan joined us, it includes reactions rarely seen on Korean broadcasts. I am grateful that the Korean cast members also enjoyed filming."

Lee Su-geun said, "'Shut Up, Korea-Japan Match' is a program that aims to bring joy to viewers with each person's talent rather than attaching too much significance. Since both countries have gathered, shouldn't we double the laughter? It is a format where minor disputes or differences of opinion are resolved through competition, and the winning team's words are heard. I simply want to bring big laughter."

Hwang Je-seong shared, "(Viewers) must have encountered many Japanese comedians' sketches, but 'Shut Up, Korea-Japan Match' is like a road variety show in our country, done in daily life. There is a culture of playing, learning, and mixing with each other within it, so it seems like a very unique program."

How was the chemistry with the Japanese comedians? Lee Su-geun said, "Their styles are similar, and even though the languages differ, no translation was needed. We understood what to do just by looking at each other's eyes. The desire to make each other laugh even more was the same. In fact, the Japanese team had an even greater desire for comedy than us. It was the first time I laughed so much in my life," expressing his satisfaction.

Hitomi will serve as both MC and judge. Based on her experience working in both Korea and Japan, she is expected to deliver a cheerful performance.

Hitomi said, "It was my first time acting as an MC and judge on a Korean variety show, so although I felt I lacked experience, everyone took good care of me, so there were no particular difficulties." She added, "I cannot speak in detail for fear of spoilers, but it was truly enjoyable," raising expectations.

When asked about the differences between variety shows in each country, Hitomi answered, "Korea has longer filming times and many more cameras. In Japan, one camera follows multiple people."

Fukushima Yoshinari and Wes-P challenge Korean variety shows through this program. Yoshinari said, "Comedy is a universal language," and added, "I felt good as the comedy of both countries mixed. I approached filming with the mindset of challenging how well Japanese comedy works in Korea."

He continued, praising Lee Su-geun, "Even the staff were taken care of during the broadcast. Seeing that, I thought he was a proper veteran comedian."

Wes-P showed a humble attitude, saying, "I am quite lacking, but I learned a lot from everyone."

Meanwhile, 'Shut Up, Korea-Japan Match' will premiere on the 7th at 8 p.m.

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