Was Song Kang built for the military? "I could have served four more months" [You Quiz on the Block]

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Actor Song Kang appears on 'You Quiz on the Block' after completing his military service.

In tonight's 8:45 p.m. broadcast of tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block', guests include Kim Do-hee, the star of "Dancing Tambourine" who gained attention for appearing on 'National Singing Contest'; Western classics scholar Kim Heon (Prof.), who will share all the stories behind the film 'Odyssey'; celebrity chef Sam Kim with 27 years of experience; and actor Song Kang, making his first variety show appearance since leaving the military.

Kim Do-hee, the protagonist of "Dancing Tambourine" who made waves on 'National Singing Contest', visits 'You Quiz'. Despite her modest first impression, she heats up the stage with extraordinary dance moves and reveals that she is currently an office worker at LG Chem, showcasing a surprising charm. She also shares the story of how she almost became Yoo Jae-suk's direct junior. As someone who once aspired to be a comedian, Kim Do-hee applied for KBS's comedian recruitment but had to sadly give up her dream. Behind-the-scenes footage shows her performing vocal impressions that she couldn't present during the comedian audition, drawing laughter. Additionally, she reveals how she, originally a lifelong single, met her first love and current husband, adding further intrigue. She will also perform an dazzling tambourine routine that even made Yoo Jae-suk burst out laughing, promising a delightful laugh-filled experience.

With the film 'Odyssey' surpassing 7 million viewers and sales of the original work 'The Odyssey' skyrocketing, Seoul National University Western classics scholar Kim Heon (Prof.), who translated the original, shares all the stories behind 'The Odyssey'. Kim Heon (Prof.) reveals how he worked tirelessly to complete the Korean translation after learning that director Christopher Nolan was adapting 'The Odyssey' into a film, finally finishing it 22 years later, leaving audiences in awe. Moreover, he will introduce fascinating details about the original story not included in the movie, as well as the world-building elements viewers should know before watching. He will also explore how director Nolan interpreted the original work through his unique perspective and discuss the different ending of the original compared to the film, further heightening interest. In particular, Yoo Jae-suk is said to have engaged in a special back-and-forth with Professor Kim over 'The Odyssey' stories, repeatedly exclaiming "It's thrilling." The professor will also share profound insights on why ancient classics from 3,000 years ago should still be read today.

Listeners can also hear Sam Kim's sincere story of his culinary journey. Chef Sam Kim recounts how he first nurtured his dream of becoming a chef in the kitchen of a boarding house run by his mother and eventually transformed into a star chef with 27 years of experience. Behind-the-scenes stories from the recently concluded popular variety show 'Undercover Chef' will also be revealed. Despite being a famous chef in reality, he will honestly share thrilling anecdotes about going undercover as the youngest kitchen staff member in Italy, moments when his true profession slipped out unintentionally, and more.

The tear-jerking family history hidden behind Chef Sam Kim's dream of becoming a chef will also be revealed. He openly shares stories from his intense study-abroad days, where he would fall asleep with knives tied to his hands, up to the time when his mother became insolvent due to student loan debt from a secondary financial institution after he left for the U.S. Additionally, he will honestly confess about feeling guilty over his family's sacrifices after seven years of studying abroad, adding emotional depth. He also shares the story of how his entire family was suddenly evicted from their home overnight and expresses, only after becoming a father himself, the true feelings of a father. Alongside the poignant story of having made pasta for his father only once during his chemotherapy treatment, he will present the single pasta dish he prepared specifically for his father, further enhancing the emotional impact.

Viewers can also hear about actor Song Kang's first variety show appearance after discharge. Appearing without any military-related visuals, Song Kang reunites with Yoo Jae-suk, whom he previously worked with on the variety show 'Misure 8-1000', showcasing a unique chemistry. He reveals that he used one sheet mask daily in the army to minimize his tan lines, drawing laughter, and shares stories about reading nearly 40 books during his military service. Particularly, Song Kang, who considers his military service as a turning point in life, makes bold remarks like "I could have served four more months," but then reveals a surprising behind-the-scenes story where he dreamed of re-enlisting and broke out in cold sweat, delivering unexpected humor. Furthermore, despite complaining about insomnia, he admits to sleeping 10–12 hours daily, adding more laughter with this unexpected inconsistency between his words and actions.

Returning via the drama 'Four Hands', Song Kang shares behind-the-scenes details of playing a genius pianist in the series and also leaves a special video message for his drama partner Lee Jun-young, who recently enlisted in the military. He also reveals the unique reason he chose to pursue acting despite having an introverted personality. Song Kang explains that after seeing Leonardo DiCaprio's gaze in the film 'Titanic', he impulsively enrolled in an acting school and continued pursuing his dream as an actor despite his mother's opposition. He shares anecdotes about being told from a young age to "learn a skill," adding more humor. Additionally, he reveals his "true maximalist" side by admitting that after recently reading a cookbook, he purchased 1 million won worth of kitchenware, including eight pots, yet has never used any of them. From the daily management routine of a visual genius to small everyday stories, viewers can experience Song Kang's increasingly mature and diverse charm in this broadcast.

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