[Exclusive]'Mountain Bachelor' PD "Cha Seung-won, Lim Young-woong: Even Rescheduled Shooting for Them" [Interview ②]

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• Interview with Han Bi-in, PD of SBS's new variety show 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong'

Han Bi-in, the PD behind 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong', revealed a side of 'human Lim Young-woong' that cannot be seen anywhere else.

On the 24th, StarNews conducted a written interview with Han Bi-in, the director of SBS's variety program 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong'.

Premiering on the 23rd, 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong' follows Lim Young-woong, who has become the owner of a mountain house, and his companion dog Siwol, as they invite friends directly to spend unplanned, eco-friendly days. Actors Cha Seung-won, Kim Do-hoon, Hyeon Bong-sik, comedians Heo Kyeong-hwan, Kwak Beom, rapper Neoksal, singer Roy Kim, and Jo Jae-je join as 'Young-woong's friends', uniting to deliver fresh entertainment.

In last year's August–September broadcast of 'Island Bachelor Young-woong', Heo Kyeong-hwan, actor Lee Yi-kyung, science YouTuber Kwedo, and chef Im Tae-hoon appeared alongside Lim Young-woong. This time, the mountain daily life features a more diverse lineup of friends, drawing attention.

Regarding this friend lineup, the PD stated, "Broadly speaking, we recruited three groups: friends Lim Young-woong likes, friends he wants to get closer to, and friends who like Lim Young-woong. We aimed to create a different combination for each episode so that viewers wouldn't get bored. Each group will bring a completely different character."

He added, "In fact, during filming, it felt like entirely different programs. Please think of it as a comprehensive gift set. It's like saying, 'I don't know what you like, so I prepared everything.'"

The standout figure is undoubtedly Cha Seung-won. In the 2024 tvN program 'Three Meals a Day Light', Cha Seung-won was the host and Lim Young-woong the guest, but in 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong', their roles are reversed, heightening expectations.

On this, the PD explained, "The concept began with the idea that if host Lim Young-woong treats Cha Seung-won to a meal, it would be a fun reverse version of 'Three Meals a Day.' Cha Seung-won even changed his shooting schedule and readily agreed to appear. In fact, after the 'Three Meals a Day' filming, the two frequently exchanged messages and continued their connection."

He further said, "Meeting as host and guest for two nights and one day is not an easy bond. Moreover, Lim Young-woong has spoken of Cha Seung-won as a senior he deeply respects. We wanted to show on screen the chemistry between the big brother Cha Seung-won, who always carefully looks after younger ones, and the younger brother Lim Young-woong, who comfortably approaches his seniors. In reality, Lim Young-woong appeared very at ease with Cha Seung-won, and we felt their frequencies matched perfectly. While everyone might imagine a combination like 'Three Meals a Day' with this pairing, I believe you will see something even beyond your imagination." He proudly highlighted the unique chemistry between Lim Young-woong and Cha Seung-won.

Towards the end of the first broadcast, Lim Young-woong referred to himself as a 'singer without hit songs' and confessed his long-held worries and deep inner thoughts. This 'real story of Lim Young-woong', which could not be seen before from the Lim Young-woong many thought was only glamorous, is precisely the unique selling point of 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong'.

The PD stated, "You will see many sides of Lim Young-woong that you have never seen on other programs in the future. You have likely seen 'singer Lim Young-woong' many times, but the charm of 'human Lim Young-woong' can only be experienced in 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong.'"

He added, "Since guests with completely different colors will keep coming, you won't get bored. Who will appear in what combination is unpredictable, so we would be grateful if you watch each episode as if it were a new program."

Meanwhile, 'Mountain Bachelor Young-woong' airs every Tuesday at 9 p.m.

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