Park Hyun-bin finds musical kindred spirit on 'National Singing Contest'

KBS 1TV's 'National Singing Contest' visited Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi Province. The 2177th episode, the 'Gyeonggi Gwangmyeong City Edition,' aired on August 9 at 12:10 PM, capturing the final stage held at the Gwangmyeong Citizen's Gymnasium. A total of 16 teams participated in this episode, showcasing their unique talents.

In this broadcast, a striking commonality between singer Park Hyun-bin and a contestant drew significant attention. The contestant, nicknamed the 'Gwangmyeong Pavarotti' for his classical vocalization and sweet tone, performed Park Hyun-bin's signature song 'Gondre Mandre.' Park, who majored in classical vocal music, stepped onto the stage to cheer for the contestant, noting that their vocal tones felt remarkably similar.

The Meeting of Classical Major Park Hyun-bin and 'Gwangmyeong Pavarotti'

The 'Gwangmyeong Pavarotti' contestant showcased powerful classical vocalization while performing Park Hyun-bin's hit 'Gondre Mandre.' Feeling a connection through their shared classical background, Park joined the contestant on stage to offer his support.

The lineup of invited singers continued the excitement. Trot legend Bae Il-ho, along with Park Hyun-bin, Jo Jeong-min, Kim Yura, and Miss Kim, took the stage to perform for the citizens of Gwangmyeong. Park opened the performances with 'Drinking Expensive Alcohol.' This was followed by Jo Jeong-min performing 'Glass Wall,' Kim Yura singing 'Ink-like Love,' and Miss Kim raising the energy with 'Side.' Finally, Bae Il-ho concluded the show with an enthusiastic performance of 'Oppa.'

From the 50-Year-Old Dancing King to the Nanta Duo

The contestants' personalities were equally distinct. A '50-Year-Old Dancing King' contestant took the stage, recreating 90s hits like 'You in My Faded Memory' and 'Look Back at Me.' A Nanta duo also appeared, delivering a spectacular percussion performance.

As a program that has been a Sunday staple for 46 years, the passion of the citizens blended perfectly with Nam Hee-suk's hosting. This Gyeonggi Gwangmyeong City edition focused on the competition between the 16 teams during the final stage held at the Gwangmyeong Citizen's Gymnasium.

The Power of 'National Singing Contest,' Recording a 6.1% Viewership Rating

The popularity of 'National Singing Contest' is evident in the numbers. The previous episode, the 2176th, recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 6.1% according to Nielsen Korea, ranking first in its time slot.