'Immortal' K.Will, Wins the Grand Finals of 'King of Kings' Part 2.. Viewership Hits 4.8%, Ranking First in Time Slot [Comprehensive]

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

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%, marking a spectacular finale for the '2026 King of Kings'. This achievement marks the first place in its time slot for 157 consecutive weeks.

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

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 a new history." From the very beginning, Jo Jazzi's deep bass tones and Lin's sorrowful vocal timbre created an intense synergy. In particular, the majestic sounds produced by an orchestra and choir of 34 members blended with the two singers' emotionally compelling harmonies to create a stage reminiscent of a drama. The first performance, which truly showcased the prestige of the King of Kings tournament, was met with a standing ovation in the waiting room for talk segments. Go Woo-rim praised them enthusiastically, stating, "I felt like I wanted to squeeze between Lin's vocal cords and Jo Jazzi's diaphragm; their stage completely captivated me."

Next, Min Woo-hyuk, Cho Hyung-gyun, and Yuria took the stage with Seo Taiji and Boys' 'Dreaming of Balhae'. Cho Hyung-gyun revealed his ambition by saying, "I will break the record of 400 points set by Min Woo-hyuk." The performance opened with the three singers' majestic harmonies, reimagining the rock energy of the original song into a grand musical number, delivering a unique emotional impact. The trio conveyed their message of hope through solid vocal power and delicate emotional expression befitting accomplished musical theater actors. Their refreshing high-note harmonies, reminiscent of 'Frozen', overwhelmed the audience. San Deul expressed surprise, saying, "I was already scared when the three came together, but the song gave me goosebumps so intense I felt cold." In the first matchup, Lin and Jo Jazzi secured one victory.

The third performance featured K.Will. He selected Kim Gun-mo's 'Moon of Seoul' and explained his choice beforehand, saying, "I prepared this song 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 audience's attention. Perfectly embodying the original's distinctive jazzy groove and relaxed vibe, he delivered a vocal performance that was simple yet profound, fully bringing out 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 in admiration, "His gaze, expressions, and even his walk were perfectly synchronized; I realized once again that he is an artist with incredible expressive power." In the second matchup, K.Will secured a victory with an impressive score of 422 points.

In the fourth slot, NEXZ (Nexji) performed Rain's 'It's Raining'. NEXZ (Nexji) expressed their determination by saying, "We are taking on this challenge with a song by PD Park Jin-young; you will be captivated by our performance," raising expectations. As the next-generation acrobatic idols following 2PM and Got7 from JYP, they maximized the charisma of the original song through powerful choreography and relentless performances that left no room for rest. In particular, their tightly packed stage composition, leveraging the advantages of a large group, along with dynamic synchronized dancing, emitted intense energy, proving the spirit of youth. It was a performance that truly showcased the DNA of JYP's performance team. Shin Dong-yop praised them enthusiastically, saying, "They gifted us an enormous performance; you could feel their immense amount of practice." In the third matchup as well, K.Will won, continuing his winning streak.

The final performance featured Kim Dong-jun and Young-tak, who selected Day6's 'So That I Can Become a Page'. Kim Dong-jun shared his special feelings by saying, "It has been 10 years since we became close friends; this time, we are finally fulfilling the duet stage we promised during our first meeting." The two unleashed refreshing energy with their clear vocals, delivering a pleasant thrill. In particular, their free movement across the stage and harmonious interaction with the audience demonstrated their solid underlying skills. Lee Chan-won expressed admiration, saying, "As it was a friendship stage they had dreamed of for 10 years, it felt deeply moving." After the performance, Kim Dong-jun said, "I am happy that we kept our promise," with tears welling up in his eyes.

In the final matchup 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'. It was an incredible achievement earned solely through the power of his voice.

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