Choo Sung-hoon to Zico, 'A Real Man's Way to Travel,' Stronger Tiki-Taka Chemistry (Comprehensive)

Held an online press conference on the 6th"A trip that reminds you of neighborhood friends"PD Hwang In-mok, broadcaster Choo Sung-hoon, and singer Zico Kim Jong Kook, and PD Kim Jin-ho (from left) shared various stories at the online press conference for SBS Plus·MBN's new entertainment program 'Man's Travel Style in Taiwan,' held on the 6th. /SBS Plus, MBN[THE FACT | Reporter Moon Chae-young] The second story of 'Man's Travel Style,' which depicts the travelogue of real men, unfolds in Taiwan. Broadcaster Choo Sung-hoon and singer Kim Jong Kook are joined by the new maknae, Zico. Expectations are high for the "manly" chemistry they will show.A press conference for SBS Plus·MBN's new entertainment program 'Man's Travel Style in Taiwan' (hereinafter referred to as 'Man's Travel Style') was held online on the morning of the 6th. PD Kim Jin-ho, Choo Sung-hoon, Kim Jong Kook, and Zico attended and encouraged viewership by highlighting the unique differentiators of 'Man's Travel Style.''Man's Travel Style' is a program that tells the story of the impromptu travels of men who enjoy life following their instincts: Choo Sung-hoon, Kim Jong Kook, and Zico. It is the follow-up to the 'Man's Travel Style in Kyushu' episode aired in April of this year.PD Kim Jin-ho, who is directing the Taiwan episode following the Kyushu episode, said, "We plan to present a bromance travelogue that combines even more uninhibited competitiveness and tikitaka," and introduced it as "a travel entertainment program that captures the vividness of current trends."Broadcaster Choo Sung-hoon, singer Kim Jong Kook, and Zico (from left) will appear together in SBS Plus·MBN's new entertainment program 'Man's Travel Style in Taiwan.' /SBS Plus, MBNChoo Sung-hoon, the eldest brother returning to 'Man's Travel Style,' said, "We filmed it enjoyably with a manly spirit," and confidently stated, "I can confidently say that viewers will also enjoy watching it."It was a healing time for him, especially as he was preparing for his retirement match at the time of filming. Choo Sung-hoon said, "I was cast for the program before deciding on my retirement match," adding, "Although many things overlapped, the production team was very considerate. It felt like I was traveling, exercising, and resting, which was great."Kim Jong Kook, who is traveling to Taiwan with Choo Sung-hoon following Kyushu, also reflected, "'Man's Travel Style' is an entertainment program where we don't fear and we take on challenges," and "If there's a stage set, I don't avoid it."Furthermore, Kim Jong Kook expressed gratitude to the thorough production team. He said, "It was also a pleasure to meet the production team," and explained, "I didn't always follow the production team's words, but they prepared so much that I'm always looking forward to it. We have good chemistry."Zico, who joined as the new maknae, said, "I gained many precious experiences traveling Taiwan with Choo Sung-hoon and Kim Jong Kook," and added, "It was nice that the two hyungs treated me comfortably. It was amazing that Choo Sung-hoon and Kim Jong Kook were just like they are on broadcast, without any pretense."He is returning as a regular cast member of a travel entertainment show for the first time in about three years since the SBS entertainment program 'Math Without Travel' aired in 2023. He emphasized, "'Man's Travel Style' doesn't feel like just a travel entertainment show," and "Travel is merely a means to capture our conversations and episodes. That's why it aligns well with me."SBS Plus·MBN's new entertainment program 'Man's Travel Style in Taiwan' will premiere on the 6th at 9:40 PM. /SBS Plus, MBNThe most noteworthy aspect of 'Man's Travel Style' is undoubtedly their unpredictable manly moments. As the show returns with a new lineup, curiosity is growing about the chemistry that will bring laughter to viewers.Choo Sung-hoon and Kim Jong Kook have increased the fun of their tikitaka due to their familiarity. Choo Sung-hoon said, "I feel a sense of camaraderie with Kim Jong Kook, like with a fellow athlete, so our conversations are more interesting than with other celebrities." Kim Jong Kook also said, "He feels like a neighborhood hyung hanging out, so it's comfortable," and added, "I like that he's not putting on a show for broadcast."In addition, the maknae Zico's performance is also significant. Choo Sung-hoon explained, "Zico is so manly," and "We had many conversations while drinking together in the evening." Kim Jong Kook said, "Zico's demeanor changes a lot from the beginning to the end," and "It will be fun to watch him let go."Zico cited the atmosphere of them working together, both separately and as a group, as a strength. Zico confessed, "For me, being left alone is more attentive care than being constantly attended to," and "Choo Sung-hoon and Kim Jong Kook do their best in their respective roles when we are together, but they are fiercely individualistic after filming. I benefited greatly from that."Finally, they revealed the viewing points of 'Man's Travel Style.' First, PD Kim Jin-ho said, "It's a travel program that faithfully introduces hidden gems," and "We will deliver laughter and information to the viewers."Zico confidently stated, "It's a program where you'll feel like you can smell and taste with your nose, not just see and hear with your eyes," and "It will stimulate all five senses." Kim Jong Kook said, "It's like close friends casually joking around and traveling comfortably," and added, "It will be a program that reminds you of neighborhood friends."SBS Plus·MBN's new entertainment program 'Man's Travel Style' will premiere on the 6th at 9:40 PM.mcy21@tf.co.kr[Entertainment Department | ssent@tf.co.kr]