Guess what? Jeon So-min is finally making her big comeback to Running Man as a guest, and it’s happening after a whole year! Yep, you heard that right. SBS made it official on December 30, 2024, and fans (myself included!) are already counting the days.
A Look Back at So-min’s Running Man Journey
If you’ve been following Running Man as religiously as I have, you’ll know So-min’s journey on the show started in 2017. For six years, she brought laughs, competitive spirit, and her one-of-a-kind charm to the team. When she left in 2023 to focus on her acting career, it felt like something was missing. And now, the wait is over, she’s back, even if it’s just as a guest.
What to Expect from This Special Episode
This upcoming episode sounds like it’s going to be epic. So-min will reunite with all our favorites: Yoo Jae-suk, Ji Suk-jin, Kim Jong-kook, Song Ji-hyo, HaHa, and Yang Se-chan. Fans are especially excited to see her sisterly bond with Song Ji-hyo again.
And that’s not all! Joining So-min are Choi Daniel, her Sorry Not Sorry co-star, weightlifter Park Hye Jung, and judo athlete Kim Ha-Na. With this fun mix of personalities, chaos, laughter, and friendly competition are guaranteed.
Why So-min’s Return Feels So Special
For hardcore Jeon So-min fans, her return feels like a blast of nostalgia. Over her six years on the show, she gave us unforgettable moments, whether it was going all out during games or randomly bursting into song. I’m curious to see if she’ll bring back her playful competitiveness or if her time away has given her a new approach to variety shows.
The Cast That’s Held It All Together
Let’s not forget the amazing job the current cast has been doing while So-min was away. Yoo Jae-suk’s quick wit, Ji Suk-jin’s veteran vibe, Kim Jong-kook’s intensity, Song Ji-hyo’s calm, and HaHa and Yang Se-chan’s humor have kept Running Man strong. Adding So-min back into the mix (even temporarily) feels like the perfect cherry on top.
So-min’s Acting Career and the Road Back to Running Man
If you’re wondering why So-min stepped away, it was to focus on acting. Over the past year, she’s been busy with dramas, including Sorry Not Sorry. While it’s been great to see her shine as an actress, we’ve definitely missed her fun, spontaneous side on Running Man.
Mark Your Calendars!
This episode is shaping up to be one for the books. Whether you’re here for the laughs, the nostalgia, or the competitive games, there’s something for everyone.
To sum it up, Jeon So-min’s return feels like catching up with an old friend you haven’t seen in ages. It’s familiar, heartwarming, and worth the wait.
So grab your popcorn, mark your calendar, and get ready for some serious laughs. So-min, welcome back, we’ve missed you!