{
  "id": 4996816,
  "title": "Hyun Bin makes first variety show appearance in 23 years",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/hyun-bin-makes-first-variety-show-appearance-in-23-years-4996816",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-02T02:52:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times-koreatimes",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/entertainment/shows-dramas/20260902/hyun-bin-makes-first-variety-show-appearance-in-23-years"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Actor Hyun Bin made his first appearance on a variety show in 23 years on Tuesday's SBS program Whenever Possible. The show, which visits individuals during their daily routines, featured Hyun Bin alongside hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Yoo Yeon-seok. They promoted their Disney+ series Made in Korea. Yoo Jae-suk remarked on Hyun Bin's change in appearance, commenting on his slimmer frame and inquiring about his workout routine. Hyun Bin playfully teased Yoo's muscular physique and showcased a competitive spirit during the segment. The cast also visited a Samsung service center, where they met a man who revealed a connection to Yoo Jae-suk's past work on the popular variety show Family Outing.",
  "summary": "A little-known connection between actor Hyun Bin and entertainer Yoo Jae-suk took the spotlight on SBS variety show \"Whenever Possible,\" which aired Tuesday. The program visits people during short breaks in their daily routines, offering participants a chance to win prizes. In the episode, Hyun Bin and Woo Do-hwan appeared alongside hosts Yoo Jae-suk and Yoo Yeon-seok to promote their Disney+…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Hyun Bin makes first variety show appearance in 23 years",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/02/hyun-bin-makes-first-variety-show-appearance-in-23-years",
        "published": "2026-09-02T02:42:03.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}