Mnet's new web variety show 'Che-san Crew' features running-themed talks with TVXQ's Changmin and EXO's Chanyeol as hosts.
April/3/2026 13:03
Mnet Digital Studio M2's new web variety show 'Che-san Crew' will be premiered on the 4th. 'Che-san Crew' is a new sensation running talk show themed around the globally trending 'running'. TVXQ's Changmin and EXO's Chanyeol will serve as MCs, becoming the 'hosts' of the running crew and talking with guests while running. The two, who usually enjoy running together as seniors and juniors from the same agency, will act as pacemakers, delivering a unique blend of running and variety entertainment, including updates from guests. A key innovation of the show is the 'GO・STOP' method, where they decide whether to run more or stop every kilometer after departure. The lineup of guests has also been unveiled. Each episode will feature new guests, bringing fresh entertainment. The first guest will be THE BOYZ, followed by KISS OF LIFE and NCT WISH, challenging themselves to run beyond their limits. 'Che-san Crew' will be released every Saturday at 6 PM starting with the first episode on April 4 through M2's YouTube channel. It will be available for viewing on Mnet Plus the following Sunday.
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MCモンがIUとMBCドラマ『21世紀の大君夫人』に言及し、論争を引き起こした。彼は自身の疑惑を訴えつつ、IUが歴史歪曲で謝罪したことに対し、責任を問う発言をした。これに対し、ネットユーザーは無関係なIUを巻き込むなと批判している。
MCモンがIUとMBCドラマ『21世紀の大君夫人』に言及し、論争を引き起こした。彼は自身の疑惑を訴えつつ、IUが歴史歪曲で謝罪したことに対し、責任を問う発言をした。これに対し、ネットユーザーは無関係なIUを巻き込むなと批判している。
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