Lee Chan-won transforms into a history commentator… "May you enjoy great fortune and prosperity" moving greeting [Immortal Songs]

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Singer Lee Chan-won transformed into a history commentator, delivering a moving performance.

The 777th episode of KBS 2TV's 'Immortal Songs,' broadcast on the 24th, featured Part 1 of the special edition titled "2026 Royal Culture Festival – Awakening Palace Arts."

The Royal Culture Festival is a representative national heritage festival of the Republic of Korea, hosted by the Palaces and Royal Tombs Division of the National Heritage Service and organized by the National Heritage Foundation. The event showcases the history and traditional culture of the Five Grand Palaces and Jongmyo Shrine through programs such as performances, exhibitions, and experiences.

On this day, 'Immortal Songs' featured artists who transcended genres, including Gyeongbokgung Palace Heungnyeomun Square as the backdrop, with Kim Young-im, Kim Chang-wan Band, Rin, Lee Seung-gi, Heo Yong-byul, Song Ga-in, BTOB (Seo Eun-gwang & Lee Min-hyuk), Honey J, La Poem, NMIXX, Park Ji-hyun, xikers, and BOYNEXTDOOR.

Lee Chan-won, who has introduced the history and landmarks of various regions through 'Immortal Songs,' transformed into a "history commentator" this time.

Alongside the artists' overwhelming stages, Lee Chan-won shared the history associated with the Four Grand Palaces—Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, Deoksugung Palace, and Changgyeonggung Palace—as well as Jongmyo Shrine, conveying the preciousness of our traditions.

Lee Chan-won greeted the audience by saying, "The 'Gyeongbok' in Gyeongbokgung Palace means wishing for a new dynasty to enjoy great fortune and prosperity. I hope everyone who has come here receives great fortune," moving the viewers. He then mentioned Gyeonghoe Pavilion within Gyeongbokgung, stating, "Gyeonghoe Pavilion was also always accompanied by dance and music. It was a place where the king and his ministers held banquets or feasts for foreign envoys," showcasing his extensive knowledge.

Heo Yong-byul joked about Im Han-byeol's performance, saying, "When Heo Gak entered Gyeongbokgung Palace, he teared up, saying it felt like 'coming home.' I wonder if he wasn't a palace eunuch in his past life."

In this way, 'Immortal Songs' captivated viewers with Lee Chan-won's interesting historical stories as a "history commentator," along with stages by artists who transcended genres, including traditional Korean music, K-pop, trot, and rock bands.

The special edition of 'Immortal Songs – 2026 Royal Culture Festival: Palace, Awakening Arts' will meet viewers again on the 31st, following the broadcast on the 24th.

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