Nation’s MC Yoo Jae Suk worked his magic and successfully turned a crisis into a blessing for his show.
tvN variety show You Quiz on the Block (directed by Heo Gang Seok and Kim Ji Young, written by Lee Eon Ju) has continued to see steady ratings growth since switching to a single MC format with Yoo Jae Seok.
Previously, Yoo Jae Seok hosted the show alongside Jo Se Ho, who left as he got wrapped up in a gangster connection controversy.
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The 332nd episode aired on February 25 recorded an average household rating of 4.9% and a peak of 6.9% in the Seoul metropolitan area, and an average of 4.9% with a peak of 6.6% nationwide, ranking first in its time slot across cable and general programming channels. Additionally, among viewers aged 20-49, the target demographic for tvN, it secured first place across all channels including terrestrial broadcasters during the same time slot, proving its strong influence.
This episode featured Professor Jang Hyeong Woo, a doctor who lost 38 kg to escape severe obesity; Heo Gayoon, formerly of 4Minute, who found simple happiness in Bali; snowboard medalist Kim Sang Gyeom; and actor Park Ji Hoon, known for his role in the film The King’s Warden, who shared sincere stories.
With Yoo Jae Seok’s solid hosting and the heartfelt stories of the guests drawing enthusiastic responses from viewers, You Quiz on the Block reaffirmed its presence as a leading variety show on Wednesday nights amid its continued upward trend.