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‘Apartment 404’ Featuring BLACKPINK’s Jennie, Yoo Jae Suk Drops Teasers

tvN releases the first teaser for new variety show 'Apartment 404.' Credit: YouTube/tvN

Attention, tvN’s newest variety show Apartment 404 is getting ready for its much-awaited release!

In the 15-second trailer posted on Wednesday, December 20, the show’s full cast lineup has been unveiled.

Notably, the variety program will feature Jennie of girl group BLACKPINK, and veteran host Yoo Jae Suk. Moreover, Moving actors Cha Tae Hyun and Lee Jung Ha, Alchemy of Souls actress Oh Na Ra and Yang Se Chan of Running Man.

With Jennie confirmed to be a part of the show, fans, especially BLINKs, are even more excited! Especially as this will be the idol’s first variety show appearance as a mainstay in five years. In 2018, she was part of the show Village Survival, the Eight. 

In Apartment 404, the cast will play as the six residents of an apartment who will trace the truth behind extraordinary events. What makes the storyline more exciting is that these events are based on the real-life experiences of people.

Moreover, the program will also be led by director Jung Chul Min, known for his work Sixth Sense. Set in different locations and periods each episode, the viewers’ investigative skills and memory will be put into test as they try to solve mysteries with the cast.

Get to see the chemistry between the cast of ‘Apartment 404’

With the announcement of the final cast lineup, fans are anticipating how the members will work their way together.

Known as an entertainment show veteran, Yoo Jae Suk is expected to show his leadership and wisdom in solving cases in the show. As seen in his previous shows such as Busted! and The Zone: Survival Mission, Jae Suk proved that he also has an edge in mystery variety shows.

Meanwhile, Jennie, who’ll be having her return on variety programs, will act as the mascot for Apartment 404. Her fans are already looking forward to her adorable appearance in the show. 

They will be joined by actors Cha Tae Hyun and Lee Jung Ha who both gained recognition for the hit 2023 drama Moving. In particular, Tae Hyun who has two-decades experience in the industry is also expected to show his wits in the table. On the other hand, Jung Ha will be showing his charm as the youngest member in the group. 

And the chemistry between the cast is even made powerful with actress Oh Na Ra’s bubbly personality. But the lineup is made complete by comedian Yang Se Chan, who’s known for his unique and fun tactics.

Apartment 404 is set to premiere in the first half of 2024.

Featured image: tvN releases the first teaser for new variety show ‘Apartment 404.’ Credit: YouTube/tvN

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BLACKPINK’s Jennie, ‘Moving’ Actor Lee Jung Ha to Participate in ‘Apartment 404’

Lee Jung Ha shows support for Jennie during BLACKPINK's Born Pink concert. Credit: Instagram Story/Jung Ha

A new team-up of celebrities is gearing up to delight fans in a new variety show. TVN announced on Thursday October 5, that Jennie of girl group BLACKPINK and actor Lee Jung Ha from the drama Moving will appear in Apartment 404, alongside “Nation’s MC” Yoo Jae Suk and veteran actor Cha Tae Hyun.

According to the network, Apartment 404 will be a reality variety program that will take place in an apartment complex. The real-action show is created by PD Jeong Cheol Min, known for his popular programs Running Man, and Village Survival, the Eight, and Sixth Sense.

Interestingly, Apartment 404 will be a reunion program of Jennie and Yoo Jae Suk. In 2018, the two celebrities previously worked together in the first season of Village Survival, the Eight. Now that five years have passed, fans are thrilled to see the two stars interact again.

On the other hand, Apartment 404 will be Lee Jung Ha’s first variety show in his career. The breakthrough actor previously gained recognition for his portrayal of Kim Bong Seok in the hit superhero drama Movin. With the success of the series, the creators are now in talks for a second season. There, Jung ha starred alongside Cha Tae Hyun, who will also take part in the upcoming variety show. 

Along with the confirmation of Jennie and Jung Ha’s appearance, TVN also announced that the production team is currently in the process of recruiting guests. Though broadcast details are yet to be finalized, Apartment 404 is expected to premiere in the first half of 2024.

Jennie and Jung Ha’s current activities

While there are no official confirmations yet regarding Jennie’s contract, YG Entertainment has revealed that the singer will be making a solo comeback.

On October 6, Jennie returned with the official release of her track “You & Me.” Said song was performed by the K-Pop idol during BLACKPINK’s Born Pink World Tour.

Actor Jung Ha, meanwhile, is set to star in the new drama One: High School Heroes. As per his agency, Namoo Actors, the filming for the show has already been completed and is now in its post-production process.

Apart from that, Jung Ha has been selected as the new MC of MBC’s Show! Music Core. He will be with The Boyz’s Younghoon and NMIXX’s Sullyoon in the program.

Even before the confirmation of their appearances in Apartment 404, Jennie and Jung Ha have already given a brief sneak peak of their friendship. The two previously posed in a photo together when the actor attended BLACKPINK’s Born Pink Finale in Seoul, giving a hint of their upcoming project.

Featured image: Lee Jung Ha shows support for Jennie during BLACKPINK’s Born Pink concert. Credit: Instagram Story/Jung Ha

 

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