"Unprecedented visuals and shocking benefits have turned the tables on the trot survival show."
MBN's massive trot survival show 'Unknown Legend' has taken the home theater by storm since its first broadcast. According to Nielsen Korea on the 26th, 'Unknown Legend', which aired its first episode on the 25th, recorded a peak viewership rating of 7.213% (based on paid households), instantly claiming the top spot among entertainment shows in the same time slot.
'Unknown Legend' is a program where 99 challengers compete for a single throne. This season, the benefits awarded to the winner are beyond imagination, generating buzz. The prize of 100 million won, along with film production, launching a solo program, providing a second house in Jeju Island, a nationwide concert tour, and cruise fan meetings, are all perks that stimulate the challengers' competitive spirit.
The outcome of the competition is determined by the choice of 13 judges known as 'Top Pros'. If all judges select a contestant, they proceed directly to the next round as 'All Top', while selections by 6 to 12 judges result in a preliminary pass, and fewer than 5 judges lead to immediate elimination in a harsh manner.
In this broadcast, the performances of unknown challengers who possess both skill and looks stood out. Participants with warm visuals, such as Lee Woo-jung, who resembles actors Won Bin and Go Soo, lookalike of soccer player Son Heung-min, Kim Sung-min, and Lee Dae-hwan, a former fire safety inspector, captured the viewers' attention.
Emotional and skillful stages followed. Han-garak, who overcame family opposition and even resigned from his job, received 'All Top' with a sincere performance. Additionally, Choi Jong-won, the first trot trainee from JYP, and elite vocal Marco showcased their proven skills.
In particular, trot prodigy Kim Tae-woong moved the audience to tears with a song dedicated to his mother, achieving 'All Top', while participant Lee Ru-ne presented such a captivating stage that judge Nam Jin missed the timing to press the button, resulting in a humorous incident where he recorded '12 Top'.
With its overwhelming scale and fresh participants, 'Unknown Legend' has opened a new horizon for trot entertainment. The second episode will air on Wednesday, March 4th at 9:40 PM.
