Actress Joo Hyun Young, known for her vibrant presence on 'SNL Korea,' has decided to concentrate on her acting career and will no longer be part of 'Jigumabul World Travel.'

Her participation in the ENA and TEO's entertainment project 'Jigumabul World Travel 2' has fallen through, and she won't be returning for Season 2.

Despite her role as a studio MC alongside Noh Hong Chul and Joo Woo Jae in Season 1, the show will proceed with Noh Hong Chul and Joo Woo Jae as the duo MCs.

'Jigumabul World Travel' is an entertainment program where travel influencers embark on a global journey designed around the board game "Blue Marble."

Joo Hyun Young, during the show's first season, guided viewers through the random travels of influencers Pani Bottle, Won Ji, and Kwak Tube, adding laughter and enjoyment to the show.

Having previously departed from 'SNL Korea,' Joo Hyun Young plans to dedicate her time to her primary profession, acting. She is currently appearing in the Tving Original 'Crime Scene Returns' and has showcased remarkable performances in various roles, including in dramas like 'Extraordinary Attorney Woo Young-woo' and 'Surviving as a Celebrity Manager.'

Her acting journey continues with recent appearances in the MBC drama 'The Legend of Park’s Marriage,' and she has upcoming projects like the movie 'Mystery Train' and the release of the movie '2 PM Date.'

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Fans eagerly waiting for Episode 9 of Love Scout will have to wait a little longer! Instead of the next episode, SBS has decided to air a special broadcast on January 31st.

According to the production team, this special episode will be aired on Friday, January 31st, at 10 PM KST, while Episode 9 is now set to broadcast on Saturday, February 1st, at 9:50 PM KST.

To keep fans entertained, Love Scout has also dropped new behind-the-scenes photos in celebration of the Lunar New Year holiday! The newly released cuts highlight Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk’s passionate performances.

Han Ji Min radiates her signature bright and lovely energy on set, while Lee Jun Hyuk fully immerses himself in his role, paying attention to every detail. The two actors’ dedication shines through, making the drama’s romance even more captivating!

The behind-the-scenes shots also showcase Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk’s undeniable chemistry. One particular photo has fans swooning—Han Ji Min flashes a bright smile while Lee Jun Hyuk playfully places a finger on her head, showing their effortless bond.

Their close proximity adds a sophisticated and mature charm that’s hard to miss. With their romance officially blooming in Episode 8, fans can’t wait to see how their love story unfolds!

On January 30th, the production team shared a warm message, saying, “We hope everyone had a wonderful Lunar New Year holiday.”

They continued, “Han Ji Min and Lee Jun Hyuk’s chemistry has always been top-tier. They are already perfect actors, but they continue to exchange ideas and work hard to create even deeper emotions on screen.”

The team also teased what’s coming next, saying, “With only four episodes left, Ji Yoon and Eun Ho will help each other grow through a more mature love. Please stay with Love Scout until the very end!”

With emotions running high and only a few episodes left, fans are more excited than ever to see how this romance will develop. Will Ji Yoon and Eun Ho get their happy ending? Stay tuned!

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