Kim Min and Kian84 shine again… 'I Live Alone' tops variety shows in Week 5 of October with 20-54 age group ratings

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'I Live Alone' claimed the top spot among variety programs in the weekly 20-54 age group ratings for Week 5 of October 2026, driven by the performances of Kim Min and Kian84.

According to Nielsen Korea, the MBC program 'I Live Alone' (directed by Heo Hang, Kang Ji-hee, Kim Jin-kyung, Moon Gi-young, Jung Ji-un, and Kim Gyu-ri), which aired on the 30th, recorded a household viewership rating of 5.0% in the metropolitan area and a 20-54 age group rating of 3.5%, securing first place among Friday variety programs. In particular, it also took first place in the weekly 20-54 age group ratings for Week 5 of October, extending its reign at the top for five consecutive weeks.

The "Best Minute" featured a scene in which Kim Min shared his thoughts on receiving the "Unity Award" alongside residents at the Dongducheon City sports day. Kim Min's warm demeanor as he expressed gratitude to his neighbors, saying, "Winning or losing is not important," resonated with viewers, and the segment peaked at a 5.6% rating.

Kim Min, known as the "Dongducheon Naturalist," played the role of "Dongducheon Ace" at a sports day attended by approximately 1,500 local residents. Competing as a representative relay runner for his neighborhood, he led his team out of last place with a sprint described as that of a "wild horse." His united appearance with neighbors, transcending nationality and generation, brought both laughter and moving moments.

Kian84 celebrated his special 43rd birthday on Jeju Island. Carrying a lunch box prepared by his mother, he visited the seaside, where he provided laughs while struggling with perilla-leaf kimchi fluttering in the strong wind. He then exchanged clothing gifts prepared for each other with Girls' Generation's Yura, engaging in an endless "fashion showdown" and displaying chemistry akin to that of real siblings.

This week (the 6th), anticipation is building as the program is set to reveal SHINee's Minho's challenge in a triathlon and the daily life of Lee Joo-seung, who has transformed into a film festival jury member.

'I Live Alone' is a single-life trend leader program that showcases the diverse "Rainbow Life" of stars living alone. It continues to maintain steady popularity, having recorded first place in the weekly 20-54 age group variety ratings for five consecutive weeks.

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