Im Chang-jung's lip-sync joke sparks a 100-point live showdown

Secures No. 1 Spot Among Non-Public and Cable Channels with 3.8% Viewership

The 30th episode of TV CHOSUN's 'Gold-Blooming Friday,' aired on the 17th, recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 3.8% and a peak rating of 4.2%, securing the top spot among daily non-public and cable programs. In this episode, singer Im Chang-jung joined 10 trot stars to compete in a battle of live reinterpretations of Im Chang-jung's signature hits.

Chu Hyuk-jin Reclaims Solo First Place with a Perfect 100

The showdown between Icheon High School alumni Chun-gil and Chu Hyuk-jin drew significant attention. Chun-gil chose Im Chang-jung's 'The Love I Committed,' handling the high notes to earn 95 points. Following him, Chu Hyuk-jin selected the dance track 'Dancing with the Wolf' and delivered a steady live performance despite intense choreography, scoring a perfect 100. As Chu Hyuk-jin reclaimed the solo first-place position previously held by Chun-gil, Im Chang-jung made the set erupt in laughter by jokingly self-exposing his past, saying, "I used to lip-sync."

Jeong Seo-ju Ascends to Final Solo First Place with 100 Points

The 'catfish' singers continued their impressive run. Son Bin-a earned 98 points with 'That Time Again,' while Yoo Seong-eun recorded 97 points with 'Love Again.' In the final showdown, Jeong Seo-ju and Yang Ji-eun faced off. Jeong Seo-ju interpreted 'Marry Me' with her own unique color, scoring 100 points and securing eight Golden Stars to claim the final solo first place. Yang Ji-eun sang 'You Who Resembles Me,' recreating the feel of the original song.