Jeonseorui Sanae hits 5% viewership rating in just 2 episodes

MBN's variety program ‘Jeonseorui Sanae’ has emerged as a new powerhouse in trot variety shows, surpassing a 5% viewership rating after only two episodes. Featuring intense competition, generational showdowns, and reinterpretations of familiar masterpieces, the program is rapidly building its presence in the Wednesday variety market.

The second episode of MBN’s ‘Jeonseorui Sanae,’ which aired on the 22nd, recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 5.1%. This is a 1.0 percentage point increase from the 4.1% recorded during the first broadcast, and it took first place overall, surpassing all terrestrial, general programming, and cable variety programs aired during the same time slot.

This is particularly significant given that the recent variety market has been restructured around OTT content and observational variety shows, yet a traditional music competition format has captured viewers' attention in such a short period.

‘Jeonseorui Sanae’ differentiates itself by going beyond simple singing battles, creating a structure where talented singers who have not yet widely made names for themselves face off against active stars who have already built stage experience.

In this episode, the TOP7 from ‘Unknown Legend-Trot Men's Hierarchy War’—Sung-ri, Haru Lee, Jang Han-byeol, Hwang Yunsung, Jung Yeon-ho, Lee Changmin, and Irune—engaged in a head-to-head battle with the seven ‘Active Raiders’: Park Hyun-bin, Sin-seong, Kang Moon-kyung, Shin Seung-tae, Jae-ha, Min Su-hyeon, and Jo Myeong-seop.

-“They feel like pros now”... The TOP7 growing from unknowns to competitors

At the beginning of the broadcast, the TOP7 wore matching red suits and performed an opening stage by rewriting Tae Jin Ah’s ‘Love is on Saturday Night’ into a ‘Wednesday Night’ version.

After watching their performance, MC Jang Minho evaluated them, saying, “They feel like pros now.” This was interpreted as more than just a compliment; it signified that the participants, who appeared at the start of the program carrying the label of ‘unknowns,’ are gradually demonstrating their own unique colors and stage presence.

In trot audition programs, the growth narrative of the participants is a crucial element for success. This is because viewers become emotionally invested in watching the process of individuals with potential growing, rather than just seeing finished stars.

‘Jeonseorui Sanae’ also actively utilizes this narrative, focusing on showing not only the participants' skills but also their process of challenge and change.

-From generational battles to rivalries... Enhanced entertainment value

The core fun of the day was the generational showdown between the ‘Active Raiders’ and the TOP7.

In particular, various battles conducted in a ‘Mission Top’ format served as a device to highlight the personalities and characters of the participants beyond simple singing competitions.

In the first ‘Maknae (Youngest) Battle,’ Haru Lee and Jo Myeong-seop faced off. In the aegyo battle, Jo Myeong-seop secured victory, showing his characteristic composure and stage manners.

In the subsequent ‘Hallyu Battle,’ Park Hyun-bin and Lee Changmin performed Park Hyun-bin's hit song ‘Gondre Mandre’ together in a head-to-head match, with Park Hyun-bin taking the win.

The battle between Sung-ri and Jae-ha also drew attention. Jae-ha chose Cho Yong-pil’s ‘Come Back to Busan Port’ and delivered an emotional stage, but Sung-ri showed strong presence by securing a dominant 3-0 victory.

The match between Jang Han-byeol and Shin Seung-tae created a warm atmosphere. Jang Han-byeol expressed his respect by revealing he had been a fan of Shin Seung-tae since the past, and Shin Seung-tae also showed mutual recognition by mentioning Jang Han-byeol's overseas career.

However, an uncompromising battle continued on stage. Shin Seung-tae chose Ryu Gye-young’s ‘Life,’ showcasing deep emotion and explosive vocal skills, and ultimately claimed victory.

-Tense battles continuing until the end... The final winner is the ‘Active Raiders’

Intense competition continued in the latter half during the ‘Family Battle’ and ‘Hyung (Older Brother) Battle.’

Sin-seong and Jung Yeon-ho faced off with Hyun Chul’s ‘Amisae,’ and Hwang Yunsung and Min Su-hyeon also presented stages that highlighted their respective hometowns and styles.

The final ‘1st Place Battle’ was the highlight of the day's broadcast.

As the representative of ‘Unknown Legend’ Sung-ri faced off against Kang Moon-kyung, who is called the ‘God of Bbong,’ Sung-ri chose Kim Sang-bae’s ‘Sambaekcho’ and Kang Moon-kyung chose Na Hoon-a’s ‘Rainy Day’ to maximize their respective strengths.

The result was a victory for Kang Moon-kyung. Kang Moon-kyung took the win with a 2-to-1 decision, leading the ‘Active Raiders’ team to final victory.

-‘Jeonseorui Sanae’ shows new possibilities for trot variety shows