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- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Jimin and Jin's ‘hard work' on variety shows earns praise from comedian Kim Sook, reveals secret to BTS's success
Comedian and television personality Kim Sook recently shared heartfelt praise for BTS' Jimin and Jin. She talked about them during a candid conversation on a podcast hosted by Vivo TV. As a veteran figure in the South Korean entertainment industry, her heartfelt remarks have struck a chord with fans. Jimin's preparation and professionalism lauded During the podcast episode released on June 4, 2025, Kim Sook reflected on her experience working with Jimin during his 2023 appearance on Beat Coin. It is a KBS variety show that ran between July 2022 and January 2024. The show was known for its coin-flip-based format that decided the fate of each segment, resulting in spontaneous and hilarious moments. Kim Sook emphasized how moved she was by Jimin's approach behind the scenes. Unlike many celebrity guests who simply show up and follow instructions, Jimin took his participation seriously. He prepared extensively before filming. 'Jimin prepared for everything he could for the show,' she shared. 'That's why they're so successful. They work so hard. I'll continue to cheer for them from afar.' Jimin's appearance on Beat Coin (episode 30, aired March 30, 2023) was memorable for both viewers and cast. Jimin's warmth, flexibility, and humor stood out, creating buzz online and among the show's regular crew. Jin's youthful energy and natural wit In addition to praising Jimin, Kim Sook took a moment to reflect on Jin 's appearance on Kian's Bizarre B&B, another popular variety series. Despite being BTS' eldest member, Jin is known for his playful demeanor and signature humor. Kim described him as having a 'maknae-like charm,' a term usually reserved for the youngest group member. She noted how Jin's youthful energy, confidence, and comedic timing brought a fresh atmosphere to the show. She mentioned that watching Jin's performance made her rethink what it means to be a variety host. It's not just about appearances but about showing who you are, something Jin did effortlessly. Fans moved by the praise from veteran entertainer Following the podcast's release, fans of BTS, known as ARMY, expressed deep appreciation for Kim Sook's words. Her praise, as a respected figure in the industry, felt especially meaningful. Many fans noted how rare it is for idols to be recognized for their work ethic in variety formats, where personalities often take a back seat to entertainment value. As Kim Sook's comments gain attention, they serve as a reminder of what truly makes BTS special. It's not just talent or popularity, but a grounded attitude, respect for others, and a relentless commitment to giving their best in every setting.
Korea Herald
09-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
After dramas, is Netflix coming for TV variety shows?
Canceled TV network show gains huge popularity on Netflix after being revived A revamped version of a canceled broadcast TV show is gaining huge popularity after its adoption by Netflix. The show's success may indicate a broader shift from television networks to streaming platforms, with entertainment programs joining dramas in migrating off traditional TV. Netflix's "Screwballs," widely regarded as the successor to Korean Broadcasting System's variety show "Beat Coin," has joined the list as one of the most popular Korean entertainment shows on Netflix as of March. KBS' "Beat Coin" aired from 2022 to 2023 on television before the broadcaster decided to cancel it due to consistently low viewership ratings in the 1 percent range. The show featured Korean entertainment staples Hong Jin-kyung, Kim Sook and Jo Se-ho, alongside model Joo Woo-jae and singer Wooyoung, taking on challenges dictated by coin flips. Despite its low ratings on television, "Beat Coin" was popular on other platforms for its cast chemistry and entertaining episodes. The show performed well on the streaming platform Wavve, where it topped KBS' non-drama category for 28 weeks between May 8 and Nov. 13, 2023. Because the show's popularity was not fully reflected in its TV ratings, its cancellation sparked a backlash, with fans even staging truck protests against KBS' decision. Recognizing its popularity in the streaming space, Netflix revived the show in 2025 under the new title "Screwballs," retaining the original cast and producer. Since its premiere on Feb. 23, "Screwballs" has gained significant traction, ranking second among South Korea's top 10 shows in its first week. 'Screwballs' is one of Netflix's new attempts initiated this year to expand its entertainment show lineup. In February, Netflix Korea launched a new initiative to release five original variety shows, featuring shorter episodes and star-studded casts. Departing from its usual blockbuster-style variety shows such as "Physical: 100" and "Culinary Class Wars," Netflix Korea is now producing more compact entertainment programs with reportedly lower budgets. The lineup includes "The Blank Menu for You," starring star chef Choi Kang-rok and YouTuber Moon Sang-hoon; "Newbie in the Club," featuring variety show veteran Defconn; "Try? Choo-ry!," starring Choo Sung-hoon; "K-foodie Meets J-foodie," a culinary show with Sung Si-kyung and Japanese actor Yutaka Matsushige of "Solitary Gourmet" fame; and "Screwballs." New episodes of these shows are released weekly, with Netflix aiming to provide fresh content every weekday. According to Netflix, the goal is to offer a diverse selection that caters to varying viewer preferences. 'We believe that satisfying diverse tastes requires an equally varied content lineup. That's why we are exploring various formats, episode lengths and structures. Through these flexible approaches, we aim to deliver light and enjoyable daily entertainment,' a Netflix official stated. Traditional broadcasters still maintain a strong hold on the non-drama content market. According to Fundex data from March 5, three of the top 10 most buzzworthy dramas were Netflix series, while the rest were from broadcasters. However, for non-drama content, all of the top 10 most buzzworthy shows came from traditional broadcasters. Despite this trend, experts suggest that Netflix's expansion into variety programming could challenge Korean broadcasters. 'It's possible that more competitive variety shows will move to Netflix, or, as with dramas, that it will become harder for terrestrial broadcasters to produce large-scale variety programs. However, this remains to be seen,' said an industry insider who spoke on condition of anonymity. According to the insider, Netflix's new venture could benefit Korea's content ecosystem as a whole. 'Regardless of its impact on broadcasters, I don't think Netflix's approach is necessarily harmful to Korea's production ecosystem. With more production companies gaining access to Netflix, they can use it as a launching pad for variety shows that could later be distributed elsewhere. Rather than Netflix monopolizing the space, it could lead to greater diversity in variety programming across different platforms,' he added.
