November 6 tvN’s Take the block quiz released a preview of its 218th episode via its official YouTube channel, featuring the highly anticipated return of Park Mi-sun. The seasoned entertainer had suspended all broadcasting activities in January due to health problems, later revealed to be breast cancer, sparking widespread concern.
The episode attracted particular attention due to Jo Se-ho’s involvement. Just a few weeks earlier, she was one of several celebrities who attended fashion magazine W Korea’s breast cancer awareness event, which was widely criticized online for being in bad taste and dubbed by many a “breast cancer drinking party.” Images of Jo Se-ho smiling and enjoying the event were widely shared, leading some to wonder whether her interaction with Park Mi-sun, a real cancer survivor, might seem sincere.
In the preview, Park Mi-sun opens up emotionally about her experience with cancer, recounting the shock of her diagnosis. When host Yoo Jae-suk commented, “The most shocked person must have been you” Park responded: “I had some outdoor shooting planned and I thought I would have radiation treatment afterwards. But when they opened me up… this is the first time I’m talking about it.” Her heartfelt reflection and visible tears created a somber atmosphere.
During the preview, Jo Se-ho is seen sitting next to Park Mi-sun with a noticeably stiff expression, his demeanor in stark contrast to the cheerful attitude seen in photos from the event that sparked public outrage.
In an attempt to lighten the mood, Park Mi-sun joked, “When I shaved my head, I said, ‘Don’t I look like Furiosa?’” He added, “It’s OK to laugh” injecting a little humor into the heavy conversation.
Park Mi-sun was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer and is returning to broadcasting after nine months. His courage and humor during recovery resonated with many fans. However, some viewers have expressed discomfort with sharing screen time with Jo Se-ho, who has been associated with the controversial campaign. “It’s not good” said one netizen. Others defended Jo Se-ho, stating: “He wasn’t the organizer, he was just a guest. Criticism should be directed at the hosts.”
Take the block quiz airs every Wednesday at 8:45pm KST on tvN.
Sources: Daum, Naver
