"Jeon Hyun-moo reveals the 'travel process'"... Interview with 'Hyunmo Road' PD

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'This Is Hyunmo Road' PD Lee Hyo-won previewed a unique travel variety show starring Jeon Hyun-moo.

MBN's new variety program 'This Is Hyunmo Road' (hereinafter 'Hyunmo Road') operates under the motto 'There is no set path, but there are standards.' It is a real-life effort-filled road trip where Jeon Hyun-moo and Lee Jun personally travel to meet local people, places, and cultures.

In this regard, on the 18th, PD Lee Hyo-won thoroughly explained the differences from his other directing work, MBN·Channel S's 'Jeon Hyun-moo Plan,' as well as the raw charm of the two MCs of 'This Is Hyunmo Road,' Jeon Hyun-moo and Lee Jun.

First, PD Lee Hyo-won clearly explained the similarities and differences with 'Jeon Hyun-moo Plan.' The PD stated, "The similarity between the two programs is that they both involve traveling on foot, asking locals, and discovering unexpected things within that process." He further emphasized, "However, while 'Jeon Hyun-moo Plan' focused on 'what to eat,' 'Hyunmo Road' showcases the travel process itself, making every choice—how to move, who to meet, and where to spend time—part of the journey."

The subtitle 'There is no set path, but there are standards' also draws attention. PD Lee elaborated, "While we prepare sufficiently in advance for the country, city, and filming needs, the actual paths taken are created on-site. Each city has one travel standard, and based on stories from people met locally and unexpected situations, we find new courses that fit those standards. This is the unique method of 'Hyunmo Road.'"

Jeon Hyun-moo's new side discovered through this 'effort-filled travel' is one of the key viewing points of 'Hyunmo Road.' Regarding this, PD Lee said, "We found a traveler's side in Jeon Hyun-moo that differs from being a 'host with standards.'" He added, "Once thrown into the journey, he turned out to be someone who surprisingly enjoys not knowing things. When encountering unfamiliar food, culture, or sudden situations, he has a strong tendency to just dive in, getting flustered and failing but still enjoying it all." He further noted, "It was also impressive that Jeon Hyun-moo likes 'people' more than expected during travel. He became much happier by chatting with people he met by chance on the road and visiting places recommended by them."

Another intriguing element is the reason for choosing Lee Jun as a new 'travel friend (여친)' instead of YouTuber Kwak Tube (real name Kwak Joon-bin). PD Lee expressed his affection, stating, "We needed someone who would react raw to unfamiliar situations rather than an experienced traveler." He explained, "Lee Jun is the type who throws himself into something as soon as he sees something interesting in front of him, providing the power to move the program forward."

Especially regarding the contrasting chemistry between the two, PD Lee smiled, saying, "The difference from Jeon Hyun-moo was also fun. If Jeon Hyun-moo is a 'brain' who thinks about his own standards first, Lee Jun is closer to an 'action-oriented' type who says, 'Let's just go, let's just do it.' When someone who sets the direction meets someone who jumps in without hesitation, unexpected things naturally occurred." Additionally, PD Lee asserted, "Lee Jun's strength is that he has no boundaries even in unfamiliar places. Even if language doesn't work, he can quickly get along with local children using gestures." He concluded, "Lee Jun is a travel mate who pulls Jeon Hyun-moo in an unexpected direction," leaving viewers to anticipate the unique 'extreme opposites' chemistry of the two.

The first episode of 'Hyunmo Road' will air at 10:30 p.m. on the 20th.

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