'Goblin' 10th Anniversary: Gong Yoo & Kim Go-eun "Kissed from the First Shoot... Filmed Urgently Before the Buckwheat Flowers Fell" [Comprehensive]

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'Goblin' stars reunited for a trip after 10 years.

In the first episode of 'Together, Radiantly God - Goblin 10th Anniversary Trip (Director: Hwang Da-won, hereinafter "Goblin 10th Anniversary Trip"), which aired on the 4th, the first story unfolded featuring Gong Yoo, Lee Dong-wook, Kim Go-eun, and Yoo In-na embarking on a nostalgic trip to Gangneung to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the broadcast of the drama 'Goblin' (hereinafter "Goblin").

Gong Yoo expressed his affection, saying, "The drama 'Goblin' is a work that many people recall whenever winter comes," and added, "'Goblin' is my most radiant winter." Lee Dong-wook revealed the behind-the-scenes details of how this 10th anniversary trip came to fruition, stating, "Last year, when we met with Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun, there was talk about doing something together since next year marks the 10th anniversary."

Before the trip, Gong Yoo, Kim Go-eun, and Yoo In-na held a pre-meeting and immediately displayed chemistry reminiscent of real-life siblings. The youngest, Kim Go-eun, showed her affectionate side by saying, "It feels so good to be here. I'm just built to be the youngest," while Gong Yoo, surrounded by his two younger co-stars, complained, "It's a bit tough being in a 2-on-1 situation," eliciting laughter. Unlike Gong Yoo, who meticulously planned the trip, Kim Go-eun and Yoo In-na, full of mischief, showed their sincere intent to tease Gong Yoo, hinting at a chaotic journey ahead.

Laughter never ceased on the day of the trip. Gong Yoo demonstrated his 'Power J' persona by preparing food ingredients and even broth for hangovers in advance, while Yoo In-na showed her homemaker side by bringing freshly cleaned green onions and various seasonings, and also transformed into 'MC Sunny,' displaying her variety show charm. As they headed toward the now eponymous "Goblin filming locations," memories began to bloom. Kim Go-eun recalled the iconic scene of the 'Green Onion Runway' from the drama while listening to 'Goblin's' signature OST after passing through a tunnel on the road. Gong Yoo notably shared, "I was so beautiful back then, but I didn't realize it at the time. It feels like a recurring feeling," and Yoo In-na empathized, saying, "Actually, that is still your most beautiful time," leaving a lingering impression.

Finally, the four actors arrived in Gangneung and visited the Jumunjin Breakwater, a symbol of 'Goblin,' recalling their memories from back then one by one. Many fans were still visiting the site, making them feel the drama's enduring popularity. Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun recreated the famous scene with red scarves and buckwheat flowers, while Lee Dong-wook and Yoo In-na, for whom this was their first time at the Jumunjin filming location, added to the excitement by presenting their own reinterpretation of the 'Peach Couple.' Yoo In-na exclaimed, "It's so strange; it's exactly the same as back then," while Gong Yoo remarked, "I feel strange," admitting that he felt like he had met Eun-tak again, who has grown much older than 10 years ago.

The actors moved to a nearby seafood restaurant and began their full-fledged mukbang (eating show). Behind-the-scenes secrets of the drama 'Goblin' that were previously unknown were also revealed. Gong Yoo and Kim Go-eun shared that they filmed the kiss scene from the very first shoot, explaining the behind-the-scenes fact that they had to film the kiss before the buckwheat flowers fell despite being strangers at the time. Meanwhile, Yoo In-na exposed Lee Dong-wook's reaction, which fully revealed his dramatic personality, while also mentioning her concern for him when he caught a cold during the first shoot, completely turning the set upside down. Kim Go-eun recalled memories of how they all cared for each other in their own unique ways, saying, "The four of us have different personalities, but our hearts are all good," and the four continued to share a time filled with laughter.

This episode recorded an average viewership of 3.4% and a peak of 4.4% based on Seoul metropolitan area households, and an average of 3.3% with a peak of 4.2% based on nationwide households, ranking first in the same time slot including cable and general entertainment channels. It also achieved the number one spot in the same time slot for tvN's target demographic (men and women aged 20-49), proving its popularity. (Nielsen Korea, paid platform basis)

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