What happened on Knowing Bros?

Lee Mi-joo, a former member of the girl group Lovelyz, was a guest on JTBC's variety show Knowing Bros on October 24, along with actor Ahn Hyo-seop, Hong Hwa-yeon, Jang Ryul, and Jung Yoo-jin. The episode was built around her playful and open enthusiasm for Ahn.

When Ahn said he felt nervous about returning to variety after a long break, Lee told him to come to her whenever he needed support. According to host Seo Jang-hoon, Lee had originally been scheduled to appear the following week but changed her plans after hearing Ahn would be on the show. Lee joked that she had given up another guest spot just for that day.

Did Lee Mi-joo suggest a duet?

Yes. After Ahn mentioned his earlier duet with singer Khalid, Lee asked whether he would consider singing with a girl group. She suggested a duet with a Lovelyz member named Mi-joo, and Ahn responded that it would be a great honor.

Who is Lee Mi-joo?

Lee Mi-joo is a former member of Lovelyz who now works as a broadcaster. She has appeared on tvN's Naked World History, among other programs. The show also noted that she is one year older than Ahn. She had recently drawn public attention for her relationship with, and split from, football player Song Bum-keun.

What is Ahn Hyo-seop's new project?

Ahn plays chef Kang Han in JTBC's Tuesday-Wednesday drama Final Table, which premiered on October 24.

For international fans

Lee Mi-joo is known to Korean audiences mainly as a broadcaster, and her appearances often revolve around humor and candid remarks. Ahn is an actor best known to international viewers through his recent television work. Knowing Bros is a long-running JTBC comedy variety show featuring a rotating panel of celebrities.