Singer Im Young-woong's variety show 'Mountain Bachelor Hero' will be extended by one episode.
SBS announced on July 8 that the extension was made possible due to the enthusiastic support from viewers. They added, "We hope for continued interest and anticipation until the very end."
'Mountain Bachelor Hero' features Im Young-woong spending time in a remote mountain house, showcasing his life in nature. This is the second season following last year's 'Island Bachelor Hero,' with this installment set against a mountainous backdrop instead of an island, highlighting Im's eco-friendly lifestyle.
Since its premiere on June 23, the show has achieved notable ratings and popularity. It has ranked first in the 2049 demographic for three consecutive weeks among Tuesday variety shows, with a peak viewership rating of 6.5%. The initial episode garnered a nationwide rating of 4.7% according to Nielsen Korea, maintaining ratings in the 4% range thereafter.
Online and OTT reactions have also been strong. 'Mountain Bachelor Hero' entered Netflix's Top 10 shortly after its debut, reaching a peak position of fourth. Im Young-woong ranked second in the non-drama cast popularity index released by FunDex.
The show features Im Young-woong and his friends engaging in mountain life. Guests such as Heo Kyung-hwan, Hyun Bong-sik, and Jo Jae-joong have already appeared, with upcoming appearances from Kwak Bum, Nucksal, Roy Kim, Cha Seung-won, and Kim Do-hoon announced.
Through 'Mountain Bachelor Hero,' Im Young-woong showcases a different side of himself beyond his stage persona, welcoming guests to his mountain house and engaging in cooking and daily activities in nature.
'Mountain Bachelor Hero,' now confirmed for an additional episode, airs every Tuesday at 9 PM.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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