Ju Ji Hoon is set to return to the popular South Korean variety show, You Quiz on the Block.
The upcoming episode of tvN’s You Quiz on the Block, airing this Wednesday, will feature a special segment titled “When Imagination Becomes Reality.” Ju Ji Hoon will be joined by Kim Chae Yeon, a gold medalist from the 2025 Harbin Winter Asian Games, and Lee Nak Jun, the original author of the hit drama The Trauma Center Code: Heroes on Call.
Rising figure skating star Kim Chae Yeon will share her inspiring journey from first stepping onto the ice at age 10 to becoming one of the sport’s top athletes. Viewers will get an inside look at her gold medal performance at the Winter Asian Games, where she triumphed despite suffering from painful leg cramps, along with the advice she received from skating legend Kim Yuna. Kim Chae Yeon’s mother will also discuss her initial reluctance to support her daughter’s skating career due to the sport’s hefty costs—reaching millions of won for costumes and choreography—and how she began making Kim Chae Yeon’s outfits when she was just 12 years old.
Lee Nak Jun, the mastermind behind The Trauma Center Code: Heroes on Call and a practicing ENT specialist, will share his story of worldwide recognition. He’ll discuss his decision to abandon his dream of becoming a surgeon and how his real-life experiences inspired the hit drama. Lee Nak Yun will also discuss why Ju Ji Hoon was the perfect actor to play Baek Kang Hyuk and spill exclusive behind-the-scenes secrets about the drama’s most talked-about characters.
Fresh off his critically acclaimed role in The Trauma Center Code: Heroes on Call, Ju Ji Hoon will bring his star power to You Quiz on the Block. After five years, his return will be a treat for fans as he has hosts Yoo Jae Suk and Jo Se Ho laughing out loud with his perfect impersonation of Professor Baek Kang Hyuk.
Ju Ji Hoon will discuss the secret to his immersive acting during the show and reveal how he spent 12-hour brainstorming sessions with his co-stars to bring the web novel’s story to life. He’ll also share funny behind-the-scenes anecdotes, including challenges while working with younger actors and some wild company dinner stories.
Now marking his 20th year in the industry, Ju Ji Hoon will reflect on his unique approach to acting, quoting, “Who says you can’t be number one in the world?” His unwavering dedication to his craft has earned him international recognition, particularly for his roles in popular webtoon-based series like Princess Hours, Kingdom, and Along with the Gods. Fans will also be treated to an exceptional performance of the Princess Hours OST.
Ju Ji Hoon will also humorously respond to his close friend Kim Nam Gil’s playful remarks about his talkative nature and share touching stories about his relationships with friends, fans, and family. The episode promises to be a lively and engaging conversation that fans won’t want to miss.
