After being discharged from the military, BTS’ Jin returns to his variety show career with Half-Star Hotel in Lost Island. In July, it was confirmed that the actor will appear on the MBC show hosted by Ahn Jung Hwan. Since then, fans have been eagerly awaiting his episode.
According to MBC’s latest update, BTS’ Jin’s episode for Half-star Hotel in Lost Island will air on August 19 at 9:00 p.m. KST (5:30 p.m. IST). South Korean viewers can watch the show via the MBC network. The broadcaster may release the episode on its YouTube channel. In addition, it will also be available for streaming on Apple TV and Korean OTT platform Wavve.
A teaser introducing Jin’s collaboration with the rest of the cast has already been revealed. In the video, Jin can be seen showing off his cooking skills after military service, earning praise from his longtime friend, chef Lee Yong Bok, who also stars alongside him in the show.
The teaser released by MBC showed the BTS member taking over the kitchen and skillfully preparing seafood such as clams and oysters for guests. As he thinly sliced the ingredients and showed off his knife skills, the cast members couldn’t help but praise his cooking skills.
The appearance on the variety show promises that Jin will reconnect with the ARMYs in many ways after his discharge from the military.
You can see the teaser for Jin’s episode here:
In MBC’s variety show Half-Star Hotel in Lost Islands, the cast members visit remote and deserted islands in South Korea. There, they rebuild and renovate the abandoned house to live in for a while. This popular variety show with this interesting concept transports viewers through the screen to a peaceful island, far from the hustle and bustle of the cities.
Meanwhile, BTS’ oldest member Jin completed his 18-month military service and returned home on June 12, 2024. He celebrated the day with his bandmates who are still serving.
Soon, The Astronaut singer was busy further developing his solo career. He has already confirmed the release of a solo album this year, which increased fans’ anticipation. Jin will now reunite with his six bandmates in 2025 and then resume BTS activities.
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