Second Victory for the Popular Travel Show Since 2011

Courtesy of KBS

The cast of the fourth season of the travel show 2 Days & 1 Night secured the grand prize at the KBS Entertainment Awards, marking the program's second win in this category since its initial victory in 2011. 

▲ Courtesy of KBSCompeting against notable comedians and TV personalities, including Kim Sook, Shin Dong-yup, and Jun Hyun-moo, the 2 Days & 1 Night team emerged victorious at the KBS New Wing Open Hall in Yeouido, Seoul. The cast includes actors Yeon Jung-hoon and Na In-woo, singer-TV personality Kim Jong-min, comedian Moon Se-yoon, singer DinDin, and singer-actor Yoo Seon-ho.

Accepting the award, Yeon expressed gratitude to the cast and crew for creating a "miracle" during the fourth season, which commenced four years ago. Kim Jong-min reflected on the significance of winning the grand prize for the second time, acknowledging the program's impact on his life as he transitioned from his 20s to his 40s.

2 Days & 1 Night is a highly sought-after travel show in Korea, featuring celebrities exploring various tourist attractions across the country. Premiering in 2007, its first season, with celebrities like Kang Ho-dong, Lee Soo-geun, Kim Jong-min, Eun Ji-won, and Lee Seung-gi, achieved a viewership rating of 43.3 percent, according to Nielsen Korea. The success of the show elevated producer Na Young-seok to stardom, leading to the creation of subsequent hit shows such as Earth Arcade (2022-23).

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