Yoo Jae-suk addresses health rumors and aims to gain weight

Broadcaster Yoo Jae-suk will address recent health rumors sparked by his thin physique during the autumn reunion of the "Meok-jjeo Meeting" on the MBC variety program 'Hangout with Yoo' on the 24th. The group, which includes new member Kwak Beom, has pivoted from a weight-loss concept to a goal of eating heartily to gain weight.

Broadcaster Yoo Jae-suk is addressing rumors regarding his health sparked by his thin physique. Expressing frustration over the continuous concern from those around him, he has now pivoted from weight loss to a goal of weight gain, joining the "Meok-jjeo Meeting" to promise laughter. As interest continues regarding his weight in the 50kg range, anticipation is building for how Yoo Jae-suk will handle the situation with his signature wit.

In the MBC variety program 'Hangout with Yoo', which airs at 6:30 PM on the 24th, a meeting of the "Meok-ppae Meeting" members reunited for the autumn season will be revealed. The gathering includes Yoo Jae-suk, Haha, Heo Kyung Hwan, Joo Woo-jae, and Jeong Jun-ha, with new member Kwak Beom joining to form an even more boisterous eating group. The members, each using unique nicknames, will show bickering dynamics from the start as they catch up after their time apart.

During the episode, Yoo Jae-suk will speak directly about the recent health rumors surrounding him. "People think I've collapsed. I even received a text yesterday. It's been a month," he said, noting that the concern from those around him persists. As worries grow over whether he is facing health issues, Yoo Jae-suk expresses his frustration at the excessive concern while leading the atmosphere with his characteristic wit.

Jeong Jun-ha will shower Yoo Jae-suk with nagging, telling him, "Eat a lot so you don't collapse," and "Gain some weight!" Yoo Jae-suk will counter by saying, "I told you, I didn't collapse." When Jeong Jun-ha urges him again to gain weight, Yoo Jae-suk will eventually shout, "Lose some weight!", leading to an absurd argument. The conversation between the two, which shifts from apparent concern to nagging and rebuttals, is expected to draw laughter.

Yoo Jae-suk's weight was previously a topic of conversation during a former "Meok-ppae Meeting" broadcast. In March, Yoo Jae-suk recorded a weight of 60.5kg while wearing a wig, microphone, shoes, and costume makeup. As this figure was measured while wearing props and clothing, there may be a difference from his actual weight, but viewer interest in Yoo Jae-suk, known for his thin build, remains constant. However, as health cannot be judged by weight alone, it is necessary to distinguish between confirmed facts and speculation regarding the health rumors.

New member Kwak Beom will appear at the meeting and turn the atmosphere upside down. Appearing in flamboyant makeup reminiscent of Chinese Wanghong makeup, he immediately captures the attention of the existing members. The members cannot hide their surprise, saying, "Oh my... isn't it too scary?" and "Is it a ghost?" Undeterred, Kwak Beom introduces his nickname as "Jeong-ae," explaining it means "Right (正) and Love (愛)." Despite the lovely name, his unusual appearance creates tension among the existing members.

The goal of this meeting has changed. Moving away from the previous "Eat and Lose" concept, they have formed the "Meok-jjeo Meeting" with the intention of eating heartily and gaining weight for the autumn season. Following the members' declaration to eat without burden by using the season of increased appetite as an excuse, leader Yoo Jae-suk actively responds. He announces the start of the new group, shouting, "Autumn is for 'Meok-jjeo Meok-jjeo.' Oh~ how exciting!"

Attention is focused on whether 'Hangout with Yoo' can draw laughter from viewers with the combination of concerns over health rumors, the pleasant verbal sparring between members, and the radical visuals of new member Kwak Beom. As the members, who previously ate and endured to lose weight, have now turned their direction toward eating heartily, interest is high regarding what kind of eating shows and unexpected situations Yoo Jae-suk's declared "Meok-jjeo Meeting" will create.

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