MBC's variety program 'The Manager' (hereafter 'The Manager') took over the weekend home theater by revealing the unexpected daily lives of Chinese chef Park Eun-young and announcer Park So-young.
The 387th episode of 'The Manager', aired on the 28th, recorded a viewership rating of 4.1% in the metropolitan area, securing the top spot in its time slot. In particular, the peak viewership rating soared to 5.6%, once again proving the strength of Saturday variety shows. This episode focused on the hidden charms of chef Park Eun-young, who rose to fame through 'Black and White Chef', and announcer Park So-young, known for her household skills in the announcer department.
Park Eun-young, known as a protégé of chef Yeo Kyung-rae, captivated viewers by showing a drastically different side at home and at work. At home, she displayed a cheerful demeanor, engaging in a dance battle with her twin sister, but once she entered the restaurant kitchen, she exuded the cool charisma of a 15-year veteran owner chef. Her meticulous attention to detail while leading the creation of new menu items like Dongpo Pork Dumplings and Gochujang Butter Jajangmyeon impressed the cast. Additionally, she showcased a warm chemistry with her mentor, chef Yeo Kyung-rae, while enjoying a date at a traditional market.
Next, announcer Park So-young revealed her intense daily life as a 'prolific worker' in the announcer department. Despite her busy schedule, her meticulousness in managing the break room and budgeting supplies stood out. Notably, even after being rushed to the emergency room three times due to deteriorating health, she completed a live broadcast without a single tardy, showcasing her exceptional professionalism.
The highlight of the episode was undoubtedly the romantic tension between Yang Se-hyung and Park So-young. The neat organizing habits discovered at Park So-young's home resembled Yang Se-hyung's like a 'decalcomania', causing a stir in the studio. The two mentioned their past running group with Yoo Byung-jae and expressed their willingness to run together alone when the weather warms up, raising excitement levels.
Meanwhile, next week's broadcast is expected to feature the daily lives of Lee Seong-hoon from 'Solo Hell 5' and Hwang Jae-kyun, who is starting a new chapter in life, increasing anticipation. 'The Manager' will meet viewers earlier than usual at 11 PM on March 7.
