This week's story on Rainbow Club.
Your effort will never betray you.
The Rainbow members are working hard once again.
In the quiet mountains I reflect on my actions and self,
as I renew my fatigued body and mind.
You said you want to go back to the person you were before...
Pain is a good teacher if you have become lazy.
(Pain is a good teacher if you have become lazy.)
Kim Dong Wan has another busy day planned.
In his endless pursuit for self-improvement.
Do it 50 times quickly...
Hold on. Give me a second.
Also...
(Hwang Chi Yeul comes in first place in China's "I Am a Singer" show.)
(Chi Yeul comes in first place. The Hwang Chi Yeul syndrome.)
(Chi Yeul is a new K-Pop star.)
Even in China we are filming, I Live Alone.
Chi Yeul has captivated the Chinese fans with his remarkable exploit.
(This is the performance that captivated 1.3 billion people.)
Bang Bang Bang
(Look at the emotional energy and enthusiasm at the show!)
I Live Alone, today's theme is "Self-improvement".
You will see me again
You will see me beyond your imagination
Hurrah!
Let's ventilate the house.
(It's 8am and Dong Wan is ready to start his day.)
(He opens the windows first.)
It's not so cold anymore.
(It's a beautiful day.)
(He stretches his neck.)
(He's warming up.)
It's cold.
(It doesn't last a minute.)
(He sighs.)
Why is my body aching?
(He doesn't feel refreshed even after stretching.)
(He spreads a yoga mat on the floor.)
(He brings out an unfamiliar exercise equipment.)
My thighs...
I will start with my thighs first.
(He unwinds his muscles while moaning in pain.)
(Voluptuous figure)
(He has a stunning backside.)
(He spreads his legs wide open.)
My bottom hurts.
(He hits his bottom.)
My bottom is cramping up.
(My bottom is cramping up.)
That really hurts.
(He got a cramp on the left side of his bottom as well.)
Gosh, my body is weaker now.
What is wrong with my bottom?
They used to be soft when I was younger.
I want them to be soft again.
It would be nice if someone could give me a massage.
(It would be nice if someone could give me a massage.)
(He starts the day by stretching.)
(He is a diligent single man.)
Let's hang upside down.
(He hangs a sports equipment bar on the door.)
(He is hanging on the bar.)
Here we go.
(He succeeds in doing a handstand.)
(He continues his morning exercise without taking a break.)
I want to grow taller.
I just want to grow 5cm taller.
(The 38-year-old Dong Wan has many goals.)
Let's make breakfast.
Today...
I will have American breakfast.
(He breaks an egg.)
(He chops green onions.)
I need to learn how to chop.
My eyes are burning.
This is what all mothers go through every day.
That's why Mum didn't cook.
(He stir-fries the chopped ingredients.)
Let's add the milk.
(It looks delicious.)
Wow, it looks amazing.
Let's pour the eggs.
(This is always a good combination.)
This is a Spanish omelette.
(He finishes making the omelette.)
Good.
This looks scrumptious.
(It looks like a breakfast served in hotels.)
(Dong Wan is having toast and omelette with coffee.)
(He takes a bite.)
(This is delicious.)
(His eyes are fixed on something in the middle of his meal.)
(They are books on mountain climbing.)
It's written by Um Hong Gil.
(Um Hong Gil, a mountaineer whom Dong Wan respects, wrote the book.)
"It's more important to climb down a mountain as well as in life."
That's right.
(I need to use my time productively even when eating.)
Um Hong Gil was born in a village by the sea.
(Um Hong Gil was born in a village by the sea.)
I was born in Pohang as well.
(He is lost in the story written by Um Hong Gil.)
"The same mountain during the same season, on the same path..."
(His hands are full.)
(He is into self-improvement even during meal times.)
(He can do two things at once like Park Ji Sung.)
(At 10am, he washes the dishes right after breakfast.)
When you want to show them you are right.
You asked for it.
What?
You asked for it.
In a situation when you want to talk...
to someone in a higher position.
(What kind of example is it?)
I want to talk to your manager.
"I want to talk to..."
- I want to talk to your manager. - "your manager."
You should have told me in the first place.
"You should have told me in the first place."
"Thanks for the tip."
- Thanks for the tip. - "Thanks for the tip."
I was brought up in Seoul.
(He is an expert in making use of his time.)
After I cook...
(After cooking...)
there is always a lot of garbage.
All I made was one dish.
(He is whining.)
It was not even that fancy.
(Dong Wan is going to make vin chaud.)
I heard it's more delicious to make vin chaud using raspberry wine.
Let's make vin chaud today.
(Vin chaud is warm wine...)
(which helps prevent influenza and regain vigour.)
Here is a pear.
(Pears and Lemons are needed.)
Lemons are full of vitamin C. Three lemons.
(The ingredients for Dong Wan's vin chaud...)
(are pear, lemon and apple.)
(He plays some music.)
(The music helps to lighten the mood.)
(He sneezes.)
I'm catching a cold.
(Baking soda)
(Vinegar)
Using baking soda and vinegar...
(Rinse the fruits thoroughly with baking soda and vinegar.)
(Cut the fruits.)
They must be really sour.
Shall I take a bite?
Cheers!
(He screams.)
(He's competing against the lemon.)
(He drops the lemon slice.)
(His mouth is burning from the acidity.)
Okay, let's add another one.
(Put raspberry wine instead of regular red wine.)
(It looks refreshing.)
One cinnamon stick...
(Add a cinnamon stick.)
The medicinal benefits of raspberry wine...
mixed with traditional wine creates...
Kim Dong Wan's vin chaud.
(Add a bottle of wine into the raspberry wine.)
It's wonderful.
The fruits underneath need to be placed on top.
The new fruits should be placed on the bottom.
Then, you need to boil it.
(Mix the fruits well and boil for 30 minutes.)
(While he waits for the mulled wine to be done...)
(he does the chores.)
(A pile of laundry)
(He does the laundry first, since it takes the most time.)
(He vacuums the house while waiting for the laundry.)
(He's Pyeongchang-dong's Park Ji Sung.)
Let's add jujube jam. It's really good for you.
(He puts everything that's healthy in his concoction.)
(It is very healthy drink containing...)
(raspberry wine and jujube jam.)
(He is humming while he does the laundry.)
(He folds his clothes carefully.)
(Dong Wan has done the laundry, vacuumed the house,)
(checked on his wine...)
(and finished folding his clothes.)
(He also gets acupressure treatment.)
I need to learn how to tie knots. I don't know how to do this.
(He studies mountain climbing.)
Public servicemen don't know how to tie knots.
All the army servicemen seem to know though.
(He did a lot during the last 30 minutes.)
It smells healthy.
G-Dragon is happy but I have vin chaud.
(G-Dragon is happy but I have vin chaud.)
It's vin chaud.
(It looks very healthy.)
(He takes a sip.)
Wow, it's nice.
It warms up my body.
It's warming my body up.
It's so much better than coffee.
I'm suddenly feeling really warm.
It's very good.
(He's satisfied.)
Let's get ready to go out.
(He has a toned body.)
(We couldn't see it because of the apron.)
(He returns to kitchen after he finishes getting ready.)
I will share the wine...
(I will share the wine...)
with my friends in the study group.
(He's excited.)
(He made the wine with lots of love.)
(He pours the vin chaud in a thermos to keep it warm.)
(Everyone will love it, right?)
Let's go.
It's amazing.
What a beautiful day.
(It's a beautiful day to ride a motorcycle.)
(Let's go for a drive.)
It's difficult to find a parking space in Sinchon.
So a motorcycle is the best.
(He is living every man's dream.)
(Dong Wan rides against the wind.)
(He's going to his destination while enjoying his hobby.)
(This feels great.)
There are several advantages in riding a motorcycle in the city.
It's fast, and it's the best when you want to go somewhere nearby.
It's the best.
(Where is Dong Wan going with the vin chaud?)
(At 3pm, he arrives at the language institute.)
- Hi. - Hi.
- Hi, nice to meet you. - Nice to meet you, sorry I'm late.
No, no, not at all.
- It's so nice to meet you. - Nice to meet you.
- Hi. - Just the three of us?
- Our teachers are coming, too. - Oh, yes.
Nice to meet you. I'm Kayla.
Just call me Dane.
- Dane? - Yes.
- Is Dane your English name? - Yes.
- Nice to meet you. - Hi, I'm Lars.
- Lars? - Yes, Lars.
I think we have two more people coming too.
Okay.
- Hello. - Hello.
- Just English, right? - Yes, just English, I think so.
(Kang Bo Ram and Nam Won Hee)
- I brought something for you guys. - You brought us something?
Yes. - Oh my gosh.
- Hold on. - Yeah, no worries.
- Yeah. - Is it coffee?
Coffee or tea?
I brought vin chaud.
- Do you know what it is? - No.
- Vin chaud. - Vin chaud, what's that?
It's made with wine and some fruits.
- Really? - Wow.
(They're falling in love with him.)
Wow, thank you so much.
(He nicely pours it for everyone.)
(I should have brought something, too.)
- Yours. - Thank you.
Wow.
This really smells delicious.
Thank you. Thank you so much.
- Cheers. - Cheers.
Cheers.
I think it's very very sour.
It's very sour? Okay, let me see.
- Where are you from? - I'm from Germany.
Germany? Wow.
I'm from the US.
- Have you ever been to the USA? - Yes.
Los Angeles and California.
I was there to work, it was for a concert.
- Yeah. - Yeah.
- So... - And you guys?
Have you been to the US or Europe to travel?
- Yes, where have you travelled? - Not Europe.
I used to live in New Zealand.
- New Zealand? - And Australia.
We also got... I heard...
this cup here that we have full of questions.
- That we get to... - Okay.
read and ask you. Is that okay?
There are so many questions to talk about.
(First question)
So, the first question is...
Tell us something...
you are proud about, five things...
- that you are proud about. - Proud about...
That would be my wife.
I met my wife and she married me.
I'm very proud.
Is she Korean?
- You are married? - Yes, with a Korean.
I'm always doing something,
whether it's studying, working or travelling.
- You're super busy. - Yes.
I like keeping myself busy.
I like being super busy.
- Staying busy? - Yes.
That's what I'm proud of.
- Is that what you're proud of? - Yes.
Yes.
(What is the next question?)
Okay, it says, "What makes your heart leap?"
(What makes your heart leap?)
What's something that makes your heart leap?
- Would that be your wife? - Yes, that would be it.
(That's right!)
(I'm jealous.)
That's a good one. I think you win.
And you?
Next month, I'm going on a trip to Thailand.
That makes my heart leap.
I'm very excited about it.
Have you been to Bangkok?
Yes, just one time.
It was 12 years ago to take a nude picture.
- What? - What?
My group members and I did it for a publication.
We did a nude photoshoot.
(This is what Adam looked like when the world began.)
(They look hot and wild.)
I will show you them later.
(Dong Wan will show them the photos later.)
(Culture shock)
Do you have anything...
that you want to do in 2016, like a challenge?
What do you want to do in 2016?
I want to hike up the Himalayas.
I like mountain climbing.
I like extreme sports.
So, I will try to hike the Himalayas.
- Really? - Not Mount Everest.
- Okay. - Just some other part.
Yes.
That makes my heart leap.
Yes, okay.
I had a really nice time here...
because of you guys.
We should definitely study together.
Let's study together again.
Yes, I'll come again.
(They had fun studying.)
I had many people come up to me...
while I was travelling.
I don't want to feel frustrated when I can't express myself to them.
That's why I started learning English.
I'd say confidence is the most important factor.
When you speak it's okay to be grammatically incorrect.
No one will say anything.
(Where is he going after his English class?)
(Crossfit gym)
- Hello. - Hello.
- Go and get changed. - Okay.
(While Dong Wan is getting changed...)
Hello.
(the class is exercising using a skipping rope.)
Hurry up and join us.
Okay.
(He selects a skipping rope.)
(Let's get this started.)
We'll skip for another two minutes.
(Most of the gym members are in middle school.)
(He is light on his feet.)
Do three double unders now.
Stand up straight and keep going.
Start over again if you stop.
Put your skipping ropes down.
We'll move on to the running course, it's 400 m.
After the run, come back and do a double under.
After that, we'll do 50 of AB mat sit-ups.
That will be today's circuit.
So the first circuit is sets of 40s and a 400m run.
The next circuit, we'll do sets of 30 and a 400m run.
- Are you ready? - Yes.
Let's line up, so we can start with running.
(The 400m sprint is first.)
Start on the count of three.
Walk on the stairs, since it would be dangerous to run.
- Let's to this! - Let's do this!
On your marks, 3, 2, 1 and go!
(Go!)
It's cold.
(Dong Wan runs out after the young boys.)
(He is in 3rd place.)
(His feet are light.)
(He starts getting competitive.)
(He doesn't fall behind.)
Touch it and run back.
This is where we turn. Hurry up.
Let's go, let's go.
(He sighs.)
(He returns gasping for breath.)
Don't just stand there, start skipping.
(He is one of the members in the lead.)
Take a step forward.
(He moves slowly.)
- You, too. - Let's move quickly.
Start right away.
(The skipping rope gets caught on his legs.)
(My mistake)
What am I doing wrong?
(He drops his skipping rope.)
- We're timing you. - Please start.
Hurry up, everyone.
(50 double unders)
Start doing sit-ups after you're done.
Push the floor with the soles of your feet.
(These two have already started doing sit-ups.)
Now, do 50 sit-ups.
You have to do 50. Hurry up.
Sit down and do 50 sit-ups.
Hurry up.
- Go. - Are you crying?
And go! Hurry up.
And start.
I told you to get started.
- Let's do this. - Let's do it!
Run out when you're done.
(He's doing 50 sit-ups.)
When you're done with 50 sit-ups,
dash back out and run.
Keep your back straight.
Okay, go, go.
- There you go. - Are you serious?
Hurry up.
(I'm not slow, they're just fast.)
Hurry up and run.
(The gym is empty.)
- This is hard. - 29.
And 30. You have 20 left.
Hurry up and come back.
(The gym is empty.)
You're last.
Everyone has left except you.
Hurry up.
It's because I'm full.
- I'm usually faster. - Okay, just hurry up.
Wave at him as you go.
Are you making fun of me?
- He's infuriating me. - How many do you have left?
- 11. - I'll count for you.
- You have 10 left. - I think I'm done.
- No, you have 10 left. - 10 more?
You have 9 left.
- And six... - I just ate.
- I ate right before this. - I heard you.
You have five left.
Two more!
(It's a lonely battle.)
Just one more!
- I'm so full. - All right.
Let's digest that food. Run!
Stand up.
- Hurry up! - Let me put my cap on.
Hurry up.
I'm so full.
(As Dong Wan starts to run,)
(the first two students arrive.)
Run slower!
Come on.
(Good luck, Dong Wan!)
(Everyone cheers for the old man.)
Why did I eat before this?
This is tough.
(If I wasn't so full I would have come in first place.)
Hurry up.
I shouldn't have eaten.
Do 40 double unders!
Why did I eat right before this?
Go, go. Let's go!
Ready, go!
Let's go!
(He starts doing the 40 double unders.)
Let's go.
(I'll never quit!)
(Skipping)
(He breathes out heavily.)
Slow down.
No one's chasing after you.
(He's speaking his mind.)
Touch your feet.
- Touch your feet. - Start skipping again.
- You can do it. - Keep going.
- Hold on. - My pants are torn.
- Okay. - Are they torn?
It's okay. You need to finish the 30 sit-ups.
- It doesn't matter. Keep going. - Okay.
Finish the 30 sit-ups.
Go quickly or I'll run with you.
You have five more sit-ups left.
My hips hurt. It's weird.
It's okay. It won't kill you. Keep going.
- I think I have a blister. - Don't worry about it.
I've never had a blister on bottom before.
(It's time to run again.)
(He plays a prank while running.)
I've always taken care of my body but...
I felt I had become lazy lately.
That's why I started crossfit.
The reason I train so hard is...
because I'm not young anymore.
I'm 38 years old in Korean age.
It's important to stay fit and healthy at my age.
I become tired when I have a drink with my friends.
I work out in order to have fun in my daily life.
That's why I chose crossfit because it pushes me physically.
For example there's a middle school girl...
and she was running faster than me.
That really hurt my pride.
I became even more competitive and motivated.
I didn't want to let a little girl beat me.
- Hurry. - Let's begin again.
Your record is 32 minutes and 42 seconds.
(They're applauding him.)
Please tidy the tools you used today.
(He finished today's crossfit workout.)
The session is over.
And 1, 2.
(Next he's learning how to box.)
Again. Attack.
Dodge. Dodge. Attack.
(He keeps exercising without taking a break.)
Dodge. Dodge.
Move. Now go.
- And then you breathe out. - That's right.
Breathe out when you throw a punch.
(He pants.)
(He's not young, but is strong.)
And 2, 3, 4.
Five. Slowly.
Six. Stretch your muscles.
You've done 10. Good.
Now, turn your knees out...
and lift your hips up. That's good.
Hold on. That looks like...
Hold on.
I've seen this before.
It's similar to the dance from the comedy skit.
You're doing great.
- It's embarrassing. - Again.
And 2, 3, 4, 5.
Sit straight and stand up.
Okay. Good job.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
(He arrives home after a long day.)
(Dong Wan is exhausted.)
(He goes straight to the kitchen without even changing clothes.)
I'm going to take some lactic acid bacillus.
(He's making a drink to boost his energy.)
It looks delicious.
(I always take care of my body.)
(We thought he was finally going to take a break.)
(But he calls his friend.)
- Hi, Deok Su. - Hi.
- Are you sure about tomorrow? - Yes.
- Meet me at 7am. - At 7am?
I'll bring everything that we might need.
I'll bring the outfits for you.
- Just wear something warm. - Okay.
(He confirms tomorrow's schedule.)
(He gets up.)
Let's take a shower.
(Taking a shower will help him relieve tiredness.)
(It feels nice.)
(The steam can't hide his great body figure.)
Let's drink the left over vin chaud.
(He quenches his thirst with the vin chaud.)
It's still warm. That's amazing.
(It is delicious.)
I completely forgot about my Chinese homework.
(He still has something to do.)
It slipped my mind.
(He studies Chinese.)
(He didn't finish the writing assignment.)
(He practises pronunciation instead of writing.)
(He's studying hard using hand gestures.)
(He's at the beginner level.)
(I should study harder.)
I have to memorise all these Chinese characters.
But I don't want to do anything.
(I don't want to do anything.)
I did too many things today.
(He finally starts to feel tired.)
I have to memorise my lines.
(I'm not done yet.)
Let's get to work.
(Dong Wan brings out the script.)
(Let me see.)
(He reads the script as if he's rapping.)
(He's underlining some lines.)
Safe!
(He's focused.)
(He immerses himself in his character.)
(Underlining lines helps you memorise more quickly.)
"So I can see how well they do."
I decided to take things to the next level this year.
I'll start learning everything...
I've always wanted to learn.
I need a very tight schedule to do everything I want to do.
It's all part of my plan this year.
To be honest,
I prefer living a busy life.
I can't help it.
(Dong Wan doesn't waste time even at night.)
"Or do you like her?"
"Do you like her?"
(Dong Wan's day isn't over yet.)
(This is a quiet and peaceful Buddhist temple.)
It's cold.
(It's cold.)
It's cold.
It's freezing.
(He doesn't seem to be quiet or in peace.)
(Hyun Moo is at Yongmunsa in Yangpyeong Gyeonggi-do.)
Hello.
Hello. It's nice to meet you.
I'm Jun Hyun Moo.
- Thank you for coming. - Thank you for welcoming me.
- I'll show you to your room first. - Thank you.
What's that?
It's called positive airway pressure.
Positive airway pressure?
I am a heavy snorer.
(I am a heavy snorer.)
(Hyun Moo has sleep apnoea.)
It connects to this.
(Recently, he had problems with his throat, as well.)
I was afraid I might wake others.
- You're unwell? - Yes, I am.
You look so sad.
- I didn't want to be a nuisance. - Okay.
Please try not to use your mobile phone.
Is that the accommodation for visitors?
Yes, it is.
- Go down. The first room is yours. - I see.
(The monk shows Hyun Moo the way to his room.)
(Why did he come to the Buddhist temple?)
First of all,
I wanted to take a break.
It's like you stop by a rest area while driving on the highway.
I wanted some time alone...
to organise my thoughts and...
I wanted to reflect on my mistakes...
and thoughtless remarks.
I needed some time alone to reflect.
(He came to the temple to reflect.)
I did repent about my thoughtless actions.
But I thought...
the problem might be deeper.
So I thought a temple stay would be helpful.
It's so warm.
This is nice.
It's so warm.
I just want to sleep.
- Hello? - Hi, Mum.
It's been a while. Are you done working?
I'm at a Buddhist temple for a temple stay.
I see. When are you coming back?
Tomorrow.
- Take a good rest. - Okay.
Eat well.
You sound unwell.
I bought honey and good food for your throat.
Take a good rest, and try to find peace.
Okay.
- Okay. Have a good time. - Okay.
I called you because I won't get to use my phone.
- Okay. Take a rest. - Okay.
Okay. Bye.
This is nice.
(He says goodbye to the world...)
(and he begins his temple stay.)
(It's quiet.)
(Hyun Moo is more reserved inside the temple.)
Please have a seat.
Now that we've met each other,
let's begin by learning the proper etiquette at a Buddhist temple.
Okay.
- You know how to put your hands? - Yes.
- Like this? - That's good. You do it well.
You're good at it.
Shall we stand up and try it?
(He stands up.)
(He looks good.)
- I'll teach you how to bow. - Okay.
Put your hands together and bow.
(He puts his hands together like a Buddhist monk.)
Kneel down with your hands clasped.
My knee joints make a lot of noises.
It's okay.
My joints make noises, too.
Now sit down gently.
Then put your forehead to the ground.
(Their cracking joints help create a bond.)
(He looks up.)
Stay in that position.
Turn over your hands and raise them up to your ears.
(His hands are shaking.)
Put your hands down.
(Hyun Moo diligently tries to learn.)
Turn your hands over.
Lift up your head.
Lift up your head and gather your hands together.
Bow until your forehead touches the cushion.
(Bow until your forehead almost touches the cushion.)
Lower your hips.
(He grunts.)
Lower your hips and touch the cushion with your forehead.
If I lower my hips, I can't lower my head down to the floor.
(If I lower my hips, I can't lower my head down to the floor.)
Is that so?
I have to lower my hips and head at the same time?
Yes. If you spread your legs a bit, it might make it easier.
I think it might help if you spread your legs a little.
(He can't lower his hips.)
- I'm sorry. My body isn't flexible. - That's okay.
This is how you bow.
This is how you bow the third time.
This is called godurye.
- Godurye? - Godurye.
- That's right.
Put your hands on the floor again.
Lower your head.
And then sit up.
(He's lowering his head too much.)
Now, stand up.
(Now, stand up.)
(He thrusts his hips out.)
Now stand up.
(He stands up quickly.)
(The monk smiles.)
Bow with your hands clasped together.
(Finish by bowing with your hands clasped together.)
You did a good job.
(You did a good job.)
(He got used to bowing with his hands clasped together.)
Now, I'll teach you the meditation posture.
Okay.
Fold one of your legs.
- My leg? - Yes.
It doesn't matter if it's your left or right leg.
Place your other foot on the folded leg.
(He grunts.)
This is called the half lotus position.
I'm not sure if you can do a lotus position as you have thick thighs.
How do I do a lotus position?
To do a lotus position, you need to...
cross your other leg and put your foot on the thigh.
It's not because of my thighs. I can't because I have short legs.
(He smiles.)
I think you can do it.
- I think... - You can just...
- put this foot... - I see.
- Pull it up. - Gosh.
I guess you can't do it.
Why can't I do it?
It's a difficult position for some people.
I can't do it at all.
(It's a certainty that he can't do a lotus position.)
Now that you've learned the basic etiquette,
let's go take a walk around the temple.
Okay.
(Hyun Moo escaped from his daily life.)
That's the stone pagoda.
It's a three-story pagoda.
People pray in front of the pagoda.
Wonheung-dang was built...
- over a hundred years ago. - I see.
We're doing a repair work at the moment.
That's Daewoong-jeon.
(Walking around the temple helps you to think clearly.)
This tree is estimated to be between 1,100 to 1,500 years old.
- I see. - It's a ginkgo tree.
That's a national monument?
It was even appointed a high position in the past.
The tree?
It was one of the top three positions...
in the royal court.
The position is equal to a high-ranking official these days.
That's amazing.
Why did it receive such an honour?
It's because the tree predicted...
major events in this country.
When the Korean War broke out and when Korea achieved independence,
Yes.
people heard crying sounds coming from the tree.
(It's hard to believe.)
The people in this area witnessed it.
It's a magical tree.
- Yes. - It still has a magical vibe.
- Let's go have our dinner. - Yes.
- We have to be punctual. - Yes.
(It's time for dinner.)
- Hello. - Hello.
Welcome.
You can only see this food at a Buddhist temple.
It's beans with the texture of meat.
It has similar taste and texture to meat, but it's not meat, right?
- Yes. It's made of beans. - I see.
Is this a lotus leaf?
Yes, it is.
On the lotus leaf,
place as much as rice you can eat.
- As much as I can eat? - Yes.
Scoop up some rice and place it on the lotus leaf.
(Another scoop!)
(That would be enough, right?)
And now that you have...
Are you going to eat more?
- I'll scoop up just one more time. - Go ahead.
It smells really nice.
(Hyun Moo adds another scoop.)
You eat more than I expected.
(You eat more than I expected.)
Should I wrap this up now?
(Wrap the rice with the lotus leaf.)
(And steam the rice for 10 minutes.)
You said you wanted to be the way you used to be.
I wondered if that's because...
you thought you had become lazy.
Me?
The best solution for laziness is...
physical punishment.
Did someone say that I had become lazy?
But I don't think that's the reason.
It seems like...
you have been scarred emotionally.
- Me? - We can talk about it...
over tea after dinner.
Let's just enjoy dinner for now.
- All right. - Now,
- I think the rice has been cooked. - Is it done?
Okay.
(The rice wrapped in a lotus leaf is done!)
(Steaming)
It smells nice.
It's fragrant.
Please enjoy your dinner.
You must be silent while eating.
I understand.
(They start eating in silence.)
It really tastes like meat.
(He uses hand gestures during the meal.)
(You have to bear the weight of silence while eating.)
(You can savour the food better in silence.)
(It tastes good.)
(When you eat at a Buddhist temple,)
(you learn to savour food in silence.)
(However...)
(he's hesitating.)
(He can't hold back any longer.)
(It's hard for a man who talks a lot to stay quiet.)
Am I not allowed to say a word?
One word would be okay.
It feels weird to stay quiet.
- This is difficult for you? - Yes, it is.
(Hyun Moo has never experienced this.)
(Time feels differently.)
Thank you.
(The food tastes different too.)
You do eat a lot.
No wonder I have a fat belly.
Thank you for the meal.
Should I wash the dishes now?
Yes. You need to wash the dishes...
that you used.
- Everyone must wash their dishes? - Yes.
(Even a chief monk is no exception to this rule.)
(Rubbing)
(The monk watches him closely.)
You don't wash dishes often at home, do you?
Can you tell?
Yes.
- It's very clean now, isn't it? - Yes, it is.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
It's almost time for a Buddhist service.
- Is that so? - Yes.
We'll go see the temple bell tolling first.
And then, we'll have our evening service at Daewoong-jeon.
(It's getting dark.)
(Hyun Moo strikes the bell.)
(He feels the sound of the bell is resonating in his heart.)
(Focusing on his inner thoughts,)
(he's getting closer finding to himself.)
(The evening service begins.)
(Listening to the wooden gong and the Buddhist prayer,)
(Hyun Moo is praying with all his heart.)
(It's time to reflect...)
(and look inside himself.)
(We usually don't have time to reflect in our busy lives.)
This is the chief monk of our temple.
(After the service, he meets the chief monk.)
- You're here on such a cold day. - Yes.
All monks live alone.
We're the same in that sense. Are you single?
- Yes, I am. - That's good.
You should become a monk.
Please advise me with your wisdom.
Since you came to Yongmunsa,
I hope you receive the energy from the ginkgo tree...
and become healthier.
When people come to a Buddhist temple,
they don't expect to gain anything.
They're here to cleanse their minds.
Throw away all your...
excessive desires in the valley water below.
I believe that is the path to happiness.
(That's the key to happiness.)
I'll try to empty my desires.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
- You're welcome.
(The monk gave him heart-warming advice.)
The chief monk was looking into my eyes...
telling me to let go of my desires...
as if he already knew about all the worries I had.
His heartfelt advice...
made me realise something important.
I think I know the direction I have to take.
The path I need to walk.
I'll show you how to use Buddhist prayer beads.
Okay.
With every bow, you count three beads...
with both of your hands at the same time.
Are we really going to do 108 bows?
We'll keep bowing untll we reach the end of the beads.
I'm not sure I can do 108 bows.
(He's half worried and half nervous.)
Let's start the first bow.
(He glances over at the monk.)
(He copies the monk.)
(Am I dong this correctly?)
I'm sorry could we pause for a moment? I'm confused.
(The monk continues.)
I'm not sure this is the correct posture.
(His question is rejected.)
(The monk's benignant smile has disappeared.)
(He's staggering to his feet.)
Please correct your posture.
(The monk sees everything even when he's not looking.)
(Hyun Moo is doing his best.)
(He repents his actions in the past with this bow.)
(He unburdens his mind of ambition with another bow.)
(He's having a hard time catching his breath.)
(The more his breathes get louder...)
(the more he feels like he's letting go of himself.)
(20 minutes have passed.)
Now, it's 102nd bow.
106th bow.
(He looked like he fell down.)
(He has lost strength in his legs.)
(But he will not give up until the end.)
(He has finished the 108 bows successfully.)
Now, do godurye.
(Hyun Moo is about to pass out.)
I didn't expect to see myself...
bowing 108 times.
But half way through...
I kept falling down and wasn't doing it the right way.
But I wanted to complete 108 bows even though my bows weren't perfect.
I didn't want to give up.
This was a great way of reminding...
myself about things I forgot or didn't care about.
(His knee joints are making a lot of noise.)
You did an excellent job.
(It was a difficult challenge.)
(His joints are in pain.)
- Please take a seat. - Gosh, my back aches.
Could you turn off the heater?
(Could you turn off the heater?)
(The 108 bows have helped heating up his body.)
My goodness.
(He's sweating a lot.)
I kept falling down at the end.
- You are sweating. - Thank you.
(He was able to learn and mature through the pain.)
Now, sit up straight.
(He overcame the pain and learned patience.)
You did an amazing job. You completed the 108 bows.
But my posture wasn't perfect.
You still did a great job.
If you didn't count the bows near the end,
I would have not been able to complete the 108 bows.
I was able to finish them because you counted them for me.
- I see. - That was music to my ears.
"Now, it's 102nd bow."
I see.
(It was an accomplishment for someone with no stamina.)
- Thank you for everything. - Okay.
I really appreciate it.
You did an amazing job, Hyun Moo.
I hope you become the nation's number one MC.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
(He puts his hands together until the end and shows politeness.)
(It was such a hard time, but he feels much better on the way back.)
Gosh, I'm cold.
(Hyun Moo's heading somewhere else.)
(He has personally asked for a private interview with a monk.)
(He sits in the half lotus position.)
(He gets up.)
(He greets politely.)
- Please take a seat. - Okay.
(Now it's time to share his feelings with a cup of tea.)
I heard you have something you want to talk about.
To be honest,
(To be honest,)
I'm here because...
I'm in pain physically and mentally.
So I came here to think things over...
and listen to your wise counsel.
Well... I've been through a lot.
What have you been through?
Firstly...
I have worked myself to the bone.
Okay.
So I'm physically worn out.
My throat is always in pain.
- I did hear your throat was... - Yes, my vocal chords.
That's why you brought the anti-snoring device.
No, I just snore very loudly.
Aside from that...
I kept taking on more jobs despite my health,
so I think I'm caught in a vicious circle.
As a result, my body doesn't have time to recover...
and that led to me...
saying things I shouldn't have said.
- A slip of the tongue? - Yes.
What kind of things did you say?
(Hesitating)
Well...
There was a lot.
- I couldn't tell you in detail. - I see, too many incidents then.
I thought fundamentally I need some time to reflect.
It was a hard decision for me to come all the way here.
Anyone can make mistakes.
(Anyone can make mistakes.)
You can't take back what you said.
See this as a lesson to look back at your careless...
actions and repent.
Ease your mind as well.
I understand.
(He reflects back on his thoughtless actions.)
(He doesn't like the person he has become.)
I should have done everything to the best of my abilities...
and paid more attention.
But because I had 2 to 3 jobs every day,
I kept making mistakes and didn't have time to learn from them.
I had to go to my next job before I had time to reflect.
I had no time to look back.
I receive treatment that allows me to speak...
- by soothing the swelling. - I see.
But the side effect of this treatment is...
- makes my face bigger. - It's only a temporary solution.
- My face swells like a full moon. - I see.
I kept receiving IV injections...
as I told you earlier...
- I can see the bruise. - Yes.
Because I received injections every day,
the nurse had to do a wrist joint injection.
- I've received too many shots. - Yes.
Giving yourself some time to rest is...
a solution.
This is something I had trouble discussing with my...
closest friends. But this man who doesn't know me personally,
on the contrary, looked me in the eye and...
listened and understood me. That surprised me.
I think that thought made me tear up a bit.
I thought in this peaceful place...
I should lay down my burden.
That's what I was thinking.
I saw you tear up a short while ago...
I think you have truly understood your mistakes.
I also felt your sincerity.
I see.
- Let's move on. - Okay.
What are we doing?
It's a letter writing to yourself.
Try to write with all your heart.
The letter will be sent to your home three months later.
I understand.
(This is the time to reflect on himself as a person.)
- Why don't you start now? - Okay.
(The monk leaves to give him time to reflect.)
He wants me to write a letter?
Oh, dear... A letter...
(He has no idea.)
Dear Hyun Moo, from Hyun Moo.
The last two months were a period of absolute disaster and...
it felt as if everything bad was happening all at once.
For the first time in 10 years, since I started working...
I started to have doubts about my job for the first time.
I learned the dangers of not reflecting and learning from it.
I'm planning to take some meaningful time off and...
take a breather to recall why I started this career to begin with.
Through conversations with the monk,
I'm having some time to look back on myself after such a long time.
When Spring comes, this letter will arrive at my house.
I hope I could read the letter with a smile in my face.
If you want to be more proud of yourself, Hyun Moo...
you need to always reflect on your actions.
Do not forget today. Cheer up!
To the Nation's most hated entertainer.
From Dajung Room, Yongmunsa.
(He has taken time to reflect and made a promise to himself.)
- Now on this wish paper... - Yes.
please write your wish...
that's specific and realistic.
(He's serious.)
(Jun Hyun Moo is writing down his wish.)
It's freezing.
(He's holding his wish paper in his arms.)
The tree looks amazing even at night, too.
(He arrives at the natural monument, the 1,500 year-old gingko tree.)
(I'm back again.)
(The tree has countless wishes hanging from its branches.)
(He's hanging his wish in between the other wishes.)
"I will not only look at the future..."
"I will become a host who pays attention to everything."
(I'll do my best.)
I had this bad feeling in my heart...
The reason why I came here is...
to talk about why I'm suffering.
Instead I feel that I have become more enlightened today.
(I learned something important here today.)
It may not seem like a big moment,
but this will be a turning point...
in my career as an entertainer.
When I made my resolutions for the New Year before,
I only made plans...
for the future.
But now,
I know the importance of values.
I've been living without them so far.
I will start over again and I won't let my greed control me.
I will become a warm-hearted entertainer.
These are my three resolutions for the New Year.
And I will establish a good sense of values with my resolutions.
(It is his sincere wish.)
(It is 11pm and time to go to bed.)
(His snoring could wake everyone up.)
(Struggling)
(He looks like the character from the film "Mad Max: Fury Road".)
(Hyun Moo is still suffering from sleep apnea.)
(Hyun Moo's life never gets boring.)
(Tonight, he let go of his greed and found his true self.)
(This is a hotel in Hunan, China where Hwang Chi Yeul is staying.)
(Singing in Chinese)
(Is he studying Chinese in a hotel room alone?)
(He's memorising the lyrics.)
Some of these words are very difficult to say.
This is really hard.
(What brings him to Hunan in China?)
I came to China for the programme,
"I Am a Singer".
I came second in the first round.
And I came second again in the second round.
Then I came third in the third round.
So I've received high scores up to now.
Actually, I was preparing for my next album.
I wanted to have my own hit song.
Then the programme "I Am a Singer" called me.
The contestants are famous singers from various countries.
It was a good opportunity.
It felt like an opportunity that comes once in a life time.
So I said yes.
In the programme, "I Am a Singer",
nobody knows when they will be eliminated.
So I always have to perform to the best of my abilities.
In order to do that, I put everything on hold for this show.
(The contest of "I Am a Singer" will be held tomorrow.)
(He will sing "Bang Bang Bang" of Big Bang in Chinese.)
These words are very hard to pronounce.
This song is too difficult for me.
(Should I practise rapping instead?)
(He listens to the rap part of the original song first.)
(Chi Yeul has to rap T.O.P's part.)
I am T.O.P.
(I am T.O.P of Big Bang.)
I am T.O.P.
(He is ready to be T.O.P of Big Bang.)
(Is Chi Yeul good at rapping?)
So they can't hide this insanity
(The dignity of men and the pretense of women)
Unknown confidence
(He can't get the beat right.)
This is harder than singing in Chinese.
(Rapping is harder than speaking Chinese.)
(Chi Yeul is tormented by Chinese pronunciations and T.O.P's rap.)
(Coughing)
This cold won't let up.
(He needs to get better by tomorrow.)
It is really bitter.
(It is really bitter.)
Let's take a break.
(He communicates with his fans in China.)
A million people have read the message I posted yesterday.
(He's got over 3 million followers.)
This is good.
(Chi Yeul has a lot of fans in China.)
(He leaves to go to a restaurant to have dinner.)
This cold is killing me.
It looks delicious. Please help yourself.
Don't you like the food here?
I enjoy some of the dishes and there are some dishes I don't like.
I love the food here.
(Chi Yeul loves Chinese cuisine.)
I'll be too nervous to eat anything tomorrow.
So I need to eat a lot tonight.
I like this one.
It does look good.
(He's enjoying it.)
(He finishes his dinner.)
(The night before the singing contest at Hunan TV)
(Chi Yeul's picture is next to the other popular singers.)
(This is Chi Yeul's dry rehearsal for the show.)
(He will perform a dance song instead of a ballad song this time.)
I will show them my tough side.
I want to make people think...
"Was he always good at dancing?"
It is difficult,
but I'm happy.
(Chi Yeul meets with the producer after the rehearsal.)
Your mark is 80 out of 100 now.
And he wants you to get 100 tomorrow.
I will do my best tomorrow.
(I will do my best tomorrow.)
He says he knows that too.
You always do a much better job during the live show.
(He has high expectations for Chi Yeul.)
(The producer seems satisfied with Chi Yeul's performance.)
Let's go say hello to Coco Lee.
(Chi Yeul goes to say hello to Coco Lee.)
- Are you dancing today? - Yes.
(He feels really shy.)
(She is famous for the original sound track for "Mulan".)
(Coco Lee is Asia's top female singer.)
This is a calendar.
(Chi Yeul gives her a small gift.)
It is my calendar.
- Is it for me? - Yes.
- Yes, it is. - Thank you.
(To Coco Lee)
(Happy)
(She is happy with Chi Yeul's gift.)
(You will be a big hit in China.)
(They encourage each other even though they are competitors.)
Thank you.
- Good luck. - Good luck.
You are number one! Okay?
(You are number one!)
(Please don't say that.)
- You are number one. - No, you are.
(No, you are the best.)
(Chi Yeul is moving to his next schedule.)
(His cough is getting worse.)
(He keeps practising the song as he gets ready.)
I have a headache.
(It is getting worse.)
Do you want me to play the music?
(It is 11pm and he is shooting a promotional video.)
All right, get ready.
Action!
(The Chinese staff love him because he's always cheerful.)
(He makes a heart with his fingers.)
Cut! Good.
Working in China is definitely different from Korea.
Even if I am busy, everything will be okay...
if I don't have a problem communicating.
But I have to do things alone...
and I have to find a way to survive.
That's the difference.
No one can help me on stage.
Sometimes I cried at night.
I felt so frustrated.
It is not easy to do things alone.
(He is going back to the hotel after he finished his work.)
(He keeps practising the song on the way back.)
(He practises even in the shower.)
(He goes to bed because of the competition tomorrow.)
I need to sleep.
(It is late. I need to go to sleep.)
(Tossing and turning)
(He turns on the light again.)
(He can't fall asleep.)
(He practises singing in Chinese in the bed.)
Okay. I really need to sleep now.
(I need to sleep.)
(But he can't stop singing the Chinese lyrics.)
(Like you've been shot)
(Bang Bang Bang)
(The coughing keeps him awake.)
(He can't fall asleep.)
(Can I call him in the middle of the night?)
Is he sleeping?
- Hello? - Hello, Chi Yeul?
Dad.
Yes.
- Weren't you asleep? - No.
The contest is tomorrow.
Just go out and enjoy it.
You've been doing a good job.
I'm reading and everything on the news about you.
- You are ranked number eight... - Yes?
on the list of popular Korean stars in China.
(His father tries to help loosen him up.)
Dad, I'm not a star yet. I need to work harder.
I watch all the programmes you are on.
Thank you, Dad.
Can I talk to Mum?
I will put your mum on.
- Chi Yeul. - Mum.
I know you're working hard over there.
It's not hard though.
- I'm going to be fine tomorrow. - Do you still have a cold?
I'm fine now.
I'm just worried about you because you keep coughing.
I will take good care of myself.
It feels good to hear your voice anyway.
I feel calmer now.
You should go to sleep. It's late.
- Okay. - I love you.
I love you too.
(I love you.)
It's good to hear their voice. I should get some sleep now.
(Now he falls asleep the night before the competition.)
(It is the day of the competition.)
What is that?
(He slept to give himself more time to fight the cold.)
I need to get up.
Today is the day.
(It is the day of the competition.)
(How does he feel on the day of the competition?)
I'm worried that everything will turn out badly.
When I got up in the morning, I could feel...
my throat and nose were swollen because of the infection.
And the coughing got worse.
I didn't get enough sleep.
I even had to memorise Chinese lyrics within a week.
To be honest, I'm not confident as I don't feel good today.
I'm trying not to care about my rank today.
(He has a hoarse throat.)
(He keeps coughing.)
(He leaves the hotel room with a runny nose.)
(But he still goes for his morning jog.)
I feel like an athlete.
(Chi Yeul warms up by running laps.)
(He stretches while looking at the lake.)
My back is aching.
(My back is aching.)
I need a foot bath.
(He takes a foot bath in the morning as always.)
(This is he prepares for the competition.)
(He checks on his throat.)
(He needs to get better before the competition.)
(He takes good care of himself for the competition.)
(After taking a foot bath, he practises singing again.)
(Knocking)
Who is it?
He brought porridge. Thank you.
(In order to improve his physical condition,)
(he ordered a special meal.)
(It is the last meal he will eat before the competition.)
It's hot.
(He takes a bite.)
(Then he reads the Chinese lyrics.)
(It is still not easy for him to sing in Chinese.)
(From the moment his manager picks him up,)
(the programme will begin.)
I have to do well today.
(I have to do well today.)
I'm done.
It's not good if I overeat today.
(Chi Yeul can't finish his porridge. He's nervous about today.)
I should watch the rehearsal video.
(He watches his rehearsal.)
(He visualises his performance with his eyes closed.)
(He's visualising every moment. He visualises...)
(how he should sing the note and how to appeal to the audience.)
(He visualises every moment of his performance.)
I got it wrong three times.
Let's see.
(He keeps visualising tonight's performance.)
(He puts on makeup for the competition.)
Do you want me to play the intro again?
(He keeps practising the song.)
(The shooting already began while he was putting on makeup.)
- You look good. - Hello.
You look different.
(They start shooting.)
Okay.
Let me put on the jacket.
I have a bad cold.
You don't sound good.
- Yes, it's not good. - Poor you.
- People talk about you a lot. - Okay.
- There is only one person... - Right.
you should be worried about.
(They move to the competition venue.)
(They arrive at the broadcasting station.)
(A lot of fans have gathered to watch the competition.)
(Excited)
(Someone has arrived!)
(Coco Lee has arrived.)
Ready?
(She is very nice to her fans.)
Thank you.
(Thank you!)
(Other singers are arriving too.)
(A car is coming in.)
(Chi Yeul arrives.)
(Nervous)
I'm nervous.
(Hello)
(He's Hwang Chi Yeul!)
(He says hello to his fans.)
(Happy)
(Please cheer for Hwang Chi Yeul!)
Let's go!
(This is when it really starts!)
I feel nervous whenever I come here.
(This is a waiting room for the singers.)
You make all the songs to sound nice.
I think the other singers are singing...
- Yes? - some sad songs or folk songs.
I'm the only one who is going to sing a dance song.
Cheer up.
You can do it.
Let's go!
I'm in a daze.
(They keep shooting Chi Yeul without taking a brake.)
(He moves to the stage for the rehearsal.)
It's going to be tough today.
It's going to be tough.
(There is a lot of tension on the stage.)
(It is a camera rehearsal.)
(Watching him carefully)
(He's trying hard.)
(But his voice doesn't sound as good as he hoped.)
(He looks exhausted because of his cold.)
How was my pronunciation?
You looked like you gave up.
It is the last time.
Your pronunciation isn't good.
- Is it that bad? - Yes.
(This is serious.)
When you sing "Bang Bang Bang"...
(They even point out Chi Yeul's gestures.)
They want it to look cool.
Make sure not to shake it too much.
(The staff have a meeting.)
They say it looks depressing.
(Worried)
When you sing the last part,
can you ad-lip the part where you sing "Bang Bang Bang"?
(His performance still needs a lot of work.)
You didn't sing that part. Did you?
No, I didn't.
I have a bad cold.
I have a terrible cold.
(I have a terrible cold.)
- Because of the cold? - Yes.
(He's embarrassed about the performance he gave.)
- You don't need to put jacket on? - It's hot.
(The staff follow Chi Yeul.)
(They keep shooting the programme without taking a break.)
I'm going to keep sending hearts to the camera.
(They keep filming without taking a break.)
(Chi Yeul puts on makeup again.)
(He massages his neck.)
(He wishes his throat would get better.)
(Coughing)
(He takes a short break.)
(It's a short break. They discuss his schedule.)
Once they ask you a question, you need to pick one and answer.
- I understand. - Okay.
(He works on his pronunciation again.)
(In order to make up for his mistake,)
(he practises the words over and over again.)
(Because of his busy schedule,)
(he feels very tired.)
(He is sleepy.)
(What should I do?)
You should go to the interview.
Okay.
(Chi Yeul doesn't have time for a break.)
(Chi Yeul is back again after the interview.)
(Sighing deeply)
(Now...)
(he's showing what Chi Yeul is going to wear for the competition.)
Take a look at this.
This looks fine.
I think this one is good.
(Gathering)
(We should go with this one.)
(Chi Yeul is in a daze.)
(It's a short break.)
(He is monitoring the rehearsal he did earlier today.)
(What was the problem?)
(Chi Yeul focuses on...)
(his performance in tranquility.)
Because I'm wearing a microphone...
the time I can practise alone decreases.
So it's important to concentrate as if I'm alone even when...
I'm surrounded by dozens of people.
The five minutes I sat on the couch without a mic and watched...
the rehearsal was the only time I had to focus.
That's the only time I had to collect myself.
Hi, there.
Wow!
What were you doing?
I was watching the rehearsal.
Are you feeling all right?
- I've been non-stop filming... - You're tired.
- and I'm very tired. - Are you drained?
I know I shouldn't say this,
I haven't had a day off in a very long time.
- Really? - Yes.
- There's no time to sleep. - So you're exhausted now.
I feel my immunity level has dropped too.
What should we do? You're not feeling well.
Don't worry.
- I'm okay. - Are you?
I appreciate this opportunity to be on stage today.
I will do my best.
What time is it?
- We have 20 minutes. - Yes, we've got 20 minutes.
Why don't you go and tell people to vote for me?
Then I will do the rest on the stage.
- Okay. - Good.
- More people should vote for you. - That's right.
- See you soon! - I'll see you later.
- I'll see you in the waiting room. - Okay.
(There's only a few minutes until the final rehearsal.)
(Will he be able to overcome his cold?)
(Spectacular performances will be performed on the stage soon.)
Once I read an article that said...
I was representing Korea.
It was flattering.
After I read those kinds of articles,
I felt more pressure.
I wondered if I could do well.
It is important to win these competitions to...
make my fans proud of me.
I am feeling the weight of expectation right now.
When I encountered the chance to join a foreign entertainment show,
there was a language barrier.
So I imagined myself singing...
and mispronouncing words.
I wasn't sure if people would support me or not.
It made me more determined to be flawless on stage.
I wanted to show them that I still have more to show on the stage.
That's all I was thinking about.
(Now it's time for the competition to start.)
(It's a tense moment.)
- Is it that bad? - Yes.
You sound like you gave up.
(How will it turn out?)
("BANG BANG BANG" sung by Hwang Chi Yeul)
(The intro of the song is theme song for James Bond.)
(It's a strong start!)
(Bang! Bang! Bang!)
I can't hide my craziness, it is men's dignity and women's pretense
I don't know why
Unknown confidence
(He gives a deep sigh.)
(His first rap is a success.)
(He doesn't seem nervous anymore.)
(He's dancing along with the other dancers.)
(He is smiling proudly.)
Are you ready?
(He is checking his voice.)
(Coughing)
I caught a bad cold.
(But his voice sounds powerful in spite of his cold.)
(Chi Yeul and the audience are both having a good time together.)
(He's singing with everything he has.)
(Chi Yeul gave a sizzling performance.)
Bang Bang!
- Bang Bang Bang! - Thank you.
Thank you.
(The audience is giving him a standing ovation.)
Thank you.
(What's the result?)
Thank you.
(What's the result?)
(It's the time to announce the result.)
- Hwang Chi Yeul! - Wow!
(He's surprised.)
(On the Chinese version of "I Am a Singer",)
(Chi Yeul proudly came in first place!)
I didn't expect that at all.
I wasn't expecting anything.
I really wasn't expecting to win.
I swear. It feels like...
When I heard the result, it felt like I was walking on air.
It felt like I was walking on air.
It felt like my soul was leaving out of my body instantly.
I felt zoned out.
I was thrilled.
It's unbelievably exhilarating.
And it was one of those moments where I wanted to...
tap myself on the shoulder and allow myself to feel proud.
When I felt extremely exhausted, I wanted to quit.
To sing this song perfectly for five minutes,
I put so much effort into it.
(It is four in the morning when he's finished for the day.)
(He's back to his room alone.)
- First place! - Oh, goodness! You scared me!
I was so surprised!
You scared me!
(It's a surprise party organised by his dance team.)
(He's touched.)
(They helped Chi Yeul create a successful performance.)
We almost cried when we heard your name announced as the winner.
Oh, I'm really...
I really didn't expect to win. I was looking at my water bottle.
I was worried about coming in sixth place.
And I was thinking about practicing tomorrow with no sleep again.
Then I heard my name.
So I asked him if he had just announced first place.
Wow!
We were so excited to hear it too.
Yes, we were very happy for you.
I once promised you that...
I would pay for your massage. Let's do that.
Yes, he promised that before.
Yes, enjoy your massage until your body melts.
Oh, dear.
Thank you, everyone.
- Bye! - Bye! Thank you again.
I was really surprised. I almost had a heart attack.
Wow.
They're such loyal friends.
(He feels so much better due to his friends' support.)
I'm really happy.
(He still feels like he's walking on air.)
Am I dreaming?
(I'm not in a dream, right?)
(Just thinking about today...)
(makes him feel proud of himself.)
Good job.
(He's so happy.)
Since it's a special day today,
I'm going to eat my very special food that...
Mum cooked for me.
It's been a priceless day.
I feel very exhilarated.
(Soon, his room is filled with the smell of his mum's food.)
(It makes him feel like he is eating with his family.)
I almost died of hunger.
(It's his first meal since the bowl of porridge he had in the morning.)
(The kimchi is too long.)
(I will eat this all.)
(It's been a long time since he had a relaxing dinner time.)
(I should let my parents know about this good news.)
I should just video call them.
(He wants to talk face to face.)
- Hello? - Hello.
Hello.
- Can you see me? I can't see you. - Why did you call?
I can't see your face. Oh, I have a bad connection.
Hello?
I won the competition! Now I'm eating.
(They're not responding.)
I will text you instead.
The internet is slow here.
Oh, I have a video recording here. I'm going to send them a video.
(He will send his parents a video message instead.)
Dad, I won the competition!
I love you, Dad!
I love you too, Mum!
When good things happen to me,
I always ask myself,"Is this real?"
Making a great stage for the audiences is...
the responsibility of a singer.
This performance today...
truly was a challenge. It was a battle against myself.
But by overcoming this hardship,
I felt like I made a small step forward to become a better singer.
(Whom do you miss the most now?)
My parents, of course.
I want to be with them when I finish my work.
(I want to share this special day with them.)
I don't think I will be able to sleep today.
I will just...
take a shower and start...
giggling out of pure joy.
I will be smiling until the sun rises today.
I finally feel light hearted.
Why does it feel like I just came back from a battle?
(Next time, we hope you can share this with your parents.)
Good job today, Chi Yeul.
Well done.
(We hope you can share your next special moment with your parents.)
Am I dreaming?
(It's an unforgettable night for Hwang Chi Yeul tonight.)
(Next week)
(Once he starts drawing,)
(he creates a hit.)
(He's the webtoon artist, Kian 84.)
(His witty storytelling always becomes a topic of conversation.)
(Just like his gradually captivating cartoons,)
(he will captivate you with his mysterious charm.)
(Let's look into his bizarre and...)
(forthright life that is just like the characters he draws.)
(Webtoon artist, Kian 84 Rainbow LIVE)