Yoon Kyung-ho extends silent meditation period: "I want to speak... I won't act rashly" (Cultu Show) [Star Issue]

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Actor Yoon Kyung-ho finally spoke while fulfilling his viewership pledge for the drama 'Manager Kim'.

On the 13th episode of SBS Power FM's 'Two O'Clock Escape Cultu Show' (hereinafter 'Cultu Show'), actors Yoon Kyung-ho, Son Na-eun, and Joo Sang-wook from the SBS Friday-Saturday drama 'Manager Kim' appeared as guests.

That day, Yoon Kyung-ho had previously pledged under the viewership contract for 'Manager Kim': "If we break 13% in viewership and my schedule can be managed well, I will undertake a 13-hour silent meditation."

'Manager Kim' surpassed 13% viewership within its first week, prompting Yoon Kyung-ho to begin his 13-hour silent meditation starting at 7 a.m. that day.

Wearing a T-shirt that read "I am in silent meditation," Yoon Kyung-ho wrote messages on a whiteboard to greet guests instead of speaking. He wrote: "I only have 13 chances to write this. I'm so happy to see you all. Thank you. It's an honor to appear on 'Two O'Clock Escape Cultu Show.' I sincerely apologize that I cannot speak. If given another opportunity later, I will definitely share everything we couldn't talk about today. Thank you for loving 'Manager Kim.'" His message drew laughter from the audience.

Joo Sang-wook, who initially proposed this pledge, stated: "Even at the press conference, (Yoon) Kyung-ho talked too much, so we jokingly suggested a silent meditation pledge as a challenge. But viewership exceeded 13% in just two episodes. Honestly, no one could have predicted such high ratings. I was genuinely surprised when I saw the first-week viewership numbers."

Joo Sang-wook further explained that if Yoon Kyung-ho spoke during his silent meditation pledge, five minutes would be added to his time. Son Na-eun added: "He already spoke once while waiting, so five minutes have been added."

Yoon Kyung-ho eventually broke his silence three times. Regarding why he decided to appear in 'Manager Kim', he rapidly explained: "I couldn't even imagine it at first. I worried whether I could handle the role and whether I'd be physically able to complete the filming. But when the director personally reached out to me, I felt deeply grateful."

He continued: "Ten years ago, I had a minor role in 'Missing Noir M', directed by the same director then. I'll never forget how he helped me perform comfortably back then. That's why I felt determined to do this project without hesitation. I also have a connection with writer Nam Dae-jung from our previous film collaboration. It was an honor to work alongside actors So Ji-sub and Choi Tae-hoon."

He added: "I'm still bewildered about why I made this pledge, but I never expected viewers would show such overwhelming support." Expressing gratitude to the audience, he said: "I was worried I might leave the radio show without saying a single word. When we were filming episode 6 and preparing to escape, someone told me I looked like Bajie from Journey to the West." His remark coincided with an ad break, drawing laughter.

Additionally, DJ Moon Se-yoon asked whether there would be a new pledge if 'Manager Kim' viewership exceeded 25%. Joo Sang-wook immediately pointed to Yoon Kyung-ho again, who responded by waving his hands and showing an embarrassed expression.

Towards the end of the broadcast, Yoon Kyung-ho spoke once more: "I've already spoken three times, so my time has increased by 15 minutes now. I'm dying to talk. Still, I'm relieved I can express myself this way." He added: "One fulfillment of a pledge is enough for me. I realized I shouldn't act rashly in the future. I hope Mr. Joo Sang-wook will take on the next pledge. Even having these thoughts makes me grateful."

He also delivered his final farewell through writing: "Even so, it's wonderful to appear with Hyung-nim Sang-wook and Na-eun. I almost felt lonely and apologetic in this situation, but being able to share this moment with both of you made me feel truly supported and happy. This will become a memory that lasts a lifetime."

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