Whether you’re after top South Korean talk shows, riveting reality programs, or something a bit different, you’ll find it all – and then some – on this list!

Best K-variety Shows

Running Man is a reality-variety show that stars Yu Jae Seok, Kim Jong Kook, Haha, Jee Seok Jin, Song Ji Hyo, Lee Kwang Soo, Jeon So Min, and Yang Se Chan. In each episode, they must complete missions at various places to win the race. Each mission is action-packed and hilarious as each member tries to beat the others using their wits and skills. Each week, is filled with fun that includes trust and betrayal, knowledge and skills, physical strengths, and outrageous penalties. Sometimes, they work as a team and cooperate for one common goal. Other times, they betray each other throughout the race in order to win all the honor and glory for themselves. You will be brought to tears each week from laughing at their silly antics.

Running Man

Don't Walk , Run Team 

Home Alone is a reality show that portrays everyday lives of your favorite celebrities in the most intimate setting. The show invites the viewers to their homes, enabling them to closely observe their lives. From time to time, the stars of Home Alone have special gatherings as members of \u201CRainbow Club\u201D, where each member is a friendly neighbor to one another as a fellow single dweller of the house. With Jun Hyun Moo, Park Na Rae, Han Hye Jin, and Lee Si Eon as the hosts, they observe the lives of celebrities with various occupations, including actors and actresses, top models, athletes, comedians, and so on. Although the gender, lifestyle, personality, and many other attributes are all different, they all have this one thing in common. It's that they all live alone.

Home Alone

How much do you know about your grown-up son? In My Little Old Boy, the daily lives of the grown-up celebrity sons are closely observed by their mothers. Do you have any idea why your son is on a drinking spree these days? How much do you know about your son\u2019s philosophy in his life style? This reality show has the power to influence and have an impact on many families that are struggling due to relationship problems. This reality program may surely help overcome certain misunderstandings family members struggle with on a day to day basis. This program can help bring family members a lot closer to each other as this show helps them realize that each individual is different and has their own concerns that they need to deal with every day. Heart-warming moments of observational communication between a mother and a son can be seen on My Little Old Boy.

My Little Old Boy

KBS02, KOCOWA

Attention! "The Seasons," the KBS' live music show project, is back for a sixth season with a new host! It's Lee Young Ji, the artist who always stays on top of trends! Young Ji, an all-around artist full of charms, is loved by fans all around the world as a rapper, singer, and TV personality. This season, Young Ji invites musicians with various charms and talents just like her rainbow-like charms. The musicians talk about stories through their music in unique colors, like the seven colors of the rainbow. Young Ji and the guest artists are waiting here to cheer you up and give you comfort with their rainbow-like talks and music. Come and share the soothing and cheerful moments with Young Ji!

The Seasons: Rainbow of Lee Young Ji

SBS, KOCOWA

With the upgraded, high-quality, and even more playful chemistry, Yu Jae Seok and Yoo Yeon Seok are back to fill people's little moments of their busy lives with happiness! Yoo Brothers, who go around to make people laugh whenever and wherever possible, are proud of their fantastic teamwork. They will squeeze in and fill everyone's brief moments completely with small talk, fun games, and best-efficiency activities within a short time. Get lucky through special missions during the brief moments when taking a little time out during a hectic day, in between appointments, or a short break after the busiest hours. Jae Seok and Yeon Seok will fill the gap with you!

Whenever Possible

KBS02

It\u2019s the return of KBS Variety. 2 Days and 1 Night is back for season 4 with the cast you couldn't have predicted. Youn Jung Hoon the big brother, Ravi who\u2019s 15 years younger than Jung Hoon, variety rookie Kim Seon Ho, Moon Se Yoon the passionate food fighter, DinDin who\u2019s proud to be on the show, and Kim Jong Min the living history of 2 Days and 1 Night. It\u2019s \u201CReal Wild Road Variety\u201D at various beautiful locations in South Korea. In unpredictable situations and severe environments, the members will show various fun and six different charms and chemistries to capture the viewers. The trip with six cheerful men, it\u2019s 2 Days and 1 Night 4!

2 Days and 1 Night 4

MBC PLUS

Foreigners with different nationalities from diverse countries visit Korea. They learn about traditional Korean culture while traveling the country. They also have fun while trying Korean food and experiencing cultural differences. Kim Joon Hyun, Lee Hyun Yi, and Alberto Mondi, who is almost like a Korean although he is from Italy, host the show, adding entertaining aspects while watching clips of foreign friends traveling the country. It's a new type of reality show that even surprises Koreans by delving into new sides of Korea through trips. Join us in discovering every nook and cranny of the country. Welcome to Korea!

YO~! WELCOME TO KOREA!

MBC, KOCOWA

After two years, ISAC is back stronger than ever! World-famous artists gather and celebrate this sports festival. Besides fierce battles among veteran idols and super rookies, you can enjoy popular games, including track and field, archery, dance sport, breakdancing, and futsal. This year, you will be joined by seven hosts, namely Jun Hyun Moo, ISAC's walking encyclopedia, talented sportsman Jang Min Ho, YoungTak, the ambassador of KSOC, versatile singer Lee Chan Won who commentates like a pro, Kang Daniel who brings both talent and sport expertise, all-round idol Haewon, and trot prince Jeong Dong Won. Of course, you wouldn't want to miss the intriguing scenes created by the hosts. Come and join the sports festival where you can see different charms of many idols and check out who will bring home the glorious title of "Athlete Idol!"

2024 Idol Star Athletics Championships - Chuseok Special

We will serve you best! Maximum desert island experience and maximum satisfaction! World star Jin's special escapade at the 0.5-star desert island hotel will unfold. CEO Ahn Jung Hwan, the desert island expert who can turn fantasy into reality, Boom, the versatile attendant who can drive a water taxi, manage a restaurant, clean rooms, and aid the kitchen, and Kim Dae Ho, the newbie on the island with expertly developed passions, run the hotel to their utmost. The worldwide handsome guest Jin, with a knack for work in his DNA, tries his best to help the management at the hotel. But contrary to his determination and confidence, he reveals his cute clumsiness. He visits with his best friend, Sandeul, to make happy memories and show off their chemistry. Watch Jin adapt to the desert island, a place ruthless even to world stars, with the help of expert CEO Ahn Jung Hwan's tips!

Half-Star Hotel in Lost Island

With 6 celebrities and 44 Dark Spirits, they look for a horror storyteller who will provide a sleepless night with scary and strange stories. Judging by the votes of 44 audiences, known as Dark Spirits, the first-place winner to go to the final stage and win 444.444 dollars. What will be the horror episodes that Kim Sook, Comedienne Hur Anna, and Comedian Hwang Je Seong share with their talented voice acting and storytelling? Also, some stories are based on true events. A new storytelling challenge that provides horror stories in the middle of the night, check out who will be the winner with the prize money.

Midnight Horror Story

Music Bank K-Chart is KBS's long-run music chart show that airs live every Friday. The Top 50 songs of the week are featured on K-Chart. Every week, various K-pop artists come on the show to showcase their music and dance moves. It's a concert of all the popular artists that you can watch in the comfort of your home. From newly debuted rookies, artists making a comeback from their hiatus, indie bands, globally recognized idol groups, and much more, they will be able to satisfy your needs for K-pop. With eye-catching performances and melody that will echo in your heart, this music festival can provide viewing pleasure for those who are not even familiar with K-pop. Tune in every week and pay attention to see which artist and song wins the most popular song of the week.

Music Bank K-Chart

Since the year 2000, SBS Inkigayo has been a weekly music show that features and introduces viewers to the most popular artists in Korea. Every Sunday, the most popular artists as well as newcomers perform their music in front of a live audience, many of those being their fans. The MCs interview the various artists on the show so that they can showcase the highlights of their song and even prepare sneak peaks for the next, upcoming week. In addition, some celebrities surprise their fans with a comeback. The show highlights the top songs of the week and ends with the presentation of an award to the most popular song of the week. Tune in to see who is the winner of this week, and enjoy the most recent and popular K-Pop songs.

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