Chun Woo-hee and Lee Joo-seung, "13-year friendship" sparks romance alert... 'I Live Alone' ranks No. 1 in variety shows for the second week of October with a 2054 rating

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MBC's 'I Live Alone' claimed the top spot among variety programs in the weekly 2054 ratings for the second week of October 2026, maintaining its No. 1 position for two consecutive weeks. Kim Shin-young's passion as she took on the challenge of becoming a "rice sommelier," a warm meal prepared for Ryu Hye-yeong, and the genuine friendship chemistry between Lee Joo-seung, who is pursuing new dreams in his new home, and his close friend Chun Woo-hee, delivered both laughter and heartwarming moments.

In the episode of MBC's 'I Live Alone' (directed by Heo Hang, Kang Ji-hee, Kim Jin-kyung, Moon Gi-young, Jung Ji-un, and Kim Gyu-ri) aired on the 9th, Kim Shin-young was shown attempting to obtain a "Rice Sommelier Certification," while 'Director Lee' Lee Joo-seung's new three-room house was revealed.

According to ratings research firm Nielsen Korea, the episode recorded a household viewership rating of 5.2% in the metropolitan area, ranking No. 1 among Friday variety programs. Additionally, the 2054 rating, a key indicator of channel competitiveness reflecting changes in media consumption environments, also reached 3.2%, securing the top spot among Friday variety shows. In particular, the program ranked No. 1 in variety shows for the weekly 2054 ratings for the second week of October as well, holding onto the top position for two consecutive weeks and proving 'I Live Alone's' solid competitiveness.

The "highest-rated minute" featured Kim Shin-young, known as a "master of rice," serving her "rice friend" Ryu Hye-yeong, who visited her home, a "LAGalbikimchi steamed rice feast." Facing the lavish spread, Ryu Hye-yeong responded with applause and an intense eating session, creating a heartwarming atmosphere, while the rating peaked at 5.9%.

Driven solely by her sincere desire to enjoy rice more deliciously, Kim Shin-young challenged herself to obtain the "Rice Sommelier Certification." Having endured fasting in the morning for the first time in 16 years, she poured passion into the classes and exam, successfully obtaining the certification on her first attempt and transforming into a true "master of rice." Subsequently, preparing rice and LAGalbikimchi steamed dishes herself for Ryu Hye-yeong, her first "rainbow guest," she revealed, "I am not good at expressing myself with words, so I tend to convey my feelings through food," adding warmth to the scene.

Meanwhile, Lee Joo-seung, who has expanded his activity scope as 'Director Lee,' revealed a new three-room house equipped with a studio. Having filled his new home with a bookshelf he made himself and gifts from rainbow members, he enjoyed his first housewarming party with Chun Woo-hee, his close friend of 13 years. The "genuine friendship vibe" between the two, as Chun Woo-hee gifted a painting she drew herself for Lee Joo-seung and they bickered while decorating the house, prompted Ki-ahn 84 to issue a "romance alert," eliciting bursts of laughter.

On the 16th, an episode is scheduled to air featuring Koo Sung-hwan's romantic ride with his younger brother who took the driving license exam at the same time, and Seo Beom-jun boarding a "bread pilgrimage bus" in Daejeon for a bread tour, generating anticipation.

As a single-life trend leader program showcasing the diverse rainbow lives of single-household stars, 'I Live Alone' is demonstrating its strength as the "strongest Friday night variety show," having recorded the No. 1 spot among variety programs in the weekly 2054 ratings for the second week of October and continuing to hold the top position for two consecutive weeks.

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