'Immortal' K.Will, Wins the Second Part of the King of Kings Tournament.. Viewership 4.8%, No. 1 in Same Time Slot [Comprehensive]

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Singer K.Will secured the final victory in 'Immortal Songs: 2026 King of Kings Part 2' by relying solely on the power of his voice through a straightforward approach.

According to Nielsen Korea, a ratings survey company, the broadcast of episode 765 of 'Immortal Songs' (hereinafter 'Immortal'), aired on the 25th, recorded a national viewership rating of 4.8% on the 26th, bringing a spectacular conclusion to the '2026 King of Kings Tournament.' This marks the program's first-place ranking in its time slot for 157 consecutive weeks.

The broadcast that day was structured as the second part of the '2026 King of Kings Tournament.' In Part 2, Lin and Jo Jazzi, Min Woo-hyuk and Cho Hyung-gyun, Yuri-a, K.Will, NEXZ (Nexji), Kim Dong-jun, and Young-tak appeared.

The first performance featured Lin and Jo Jazzi selecting Jo Chang-hyuk's 'Addicted Love.' Jo Jazzi declared their determination by saying, "Inspired by Forestella's seven consecutive wins in the King of Kings Tournament, we aim to write new history." From the very beginning, Jo Jazzi's deep bass tones and Lin's sorrowful vocal timbre created a powerful synergy. In particular, the majestic sound produced by an orchestra and choir of 34 members blended with the two singers' emotionally compelling harmonies, creating a stage that felt like a drama. The first performance, which truly showcased the prestige of the King of Kings Tournament, earned a standing ovation in the waiting room for talk segments. Go Woo-rim praised them, saying, "I wanted to get between Lin's vocal cords and Jo Jazzi's diaphragm; I was completely captivated by their stage."

Next, Min Woo-hyuk, Cho Hyung-gyun, and Yuri-a took the stage with Seo Taiji and Boys' 'Dreaming of Balhae.' Cho Hyung-gyun expressed his ambition by stating, "I will break the record of 400 points set by Min Woo-hyuk." The performance opened with the three singers' majestic harmonies, reimagining the original rock energy into a grand musical number and delivering a unique emotional impact. As accomplished musical theater actors, the trio conveyed their message of hope through solid vocal power and delicate emotional expression. Their refreshing high-note harmony, reminiscent of 'Frozen,' overwhelmed the venue. San Deul remarked, "I was already scared when the three came together, but I got goosebumps from the singing to the point where I felt cold," expressing his astonishment. In the first competition, Lin and Jo Jazzi secured one victory.

The third performance was by K.Will. He selected Kim Gun-mo's 'Moon of Seoul' and explained his choice beforehand, saying, "I prepared this to capture the loneliness of an unmarried man in his 40s," deepening audience immersion. K.Will began the stage with a whistle, instantly capturing the attention of the crowd. Perfectly embodying the original song's jazzy groove and relaxed vibe, he delivered a simple yet profound vocal performance that fully captured the loneliness and romance of 'Moon of Seoul.' At the end of his performance, K.Will captivated everyone with explosive high notes, filling the entire stage with nothing but his voice. Min Woo-hyuk exclaimed, "His gaze, expressions, and even his walk were perfectly in sync; I realized once again that he is an artist with incredible expressive power." In the second competition, K.Will won with an impressive 422 points.

In the fourth slot, NEXZ (Nexji) performed Rain's 'It's Raining.' NEXZ (Nexji) declared their resolve by saying, "We are taking on a song by PD Park Jin-young; you will be captivated by our performance," raising expectations. As JYP's next-generation acrobatic idols following 2PM and Got7, they maximized the original song's charisma through powerful choreography and relentless performances that left no room for rest. In particular, their tightly packed stage composition and dynamic group dance, leveraging the strengths of a large ensemble, emitted intense energy and proved the spirit of youth. It was a performance that truly showcased the DNA of JYP's performance team. Shin Dong-yup praised them, saying, "They delivered an enormous performance; you could feel the immense amount of practice." In the third competition, K.Will won again, continuing his winning streak.

The final performance featured Kim Dong-jun and Young-tak selecting Day6's 'So That I Can Become One Page.' Kim Dong-jun shared a special sentiment, saying, "It's been 10 years since we became close friends; this time, we are finally presenting the duet stage we promised during our first meeting." The two released refreshing energy with their clear vocals, delivering a pleasant thrill. In particular, their free movement across the stage and breathing in sync with the audience demonstrated their solid underlying skills. Lee Chan-won remarked, "Since it's a stage of friendship they've dreamed of for 10 years, it felt deeply moving," while Kim Dong-jun, after finishing the performance, said, "I'm happy that I kept my promise," with tears welling in his eyes.

In the final competition of the day, K.Will defeated Kim Dong-jun and Young-tak to secure three consecutive victories, claiming the last trophy of the '2026 King of Kings Tournament.' It was an achievement earned solely through his voice.

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