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Heo Kyung-hwan loses 1 million won on 'What Do You Play?' after becoming a regular
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Heo Kyung-hwan loses 1 million won on 'What Do You Play?' after becoming a regular

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

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  • Comedian Heo Kyung-hwan revealed he lost 1 million won after becoming a regular cast member on the variety show 'What Do You Play?'.
  • The loss occurred during a mission where cast members were forbidden from spending their own money.
  • Heo Kyung-hwan expressed frustration, stating he spent money weekly during the filming period.

South Korean comedian Heo Kyung-hwan has revealed a costly consequence of joining the popular variety show 'What Do You Play?' as a regular cast member. During a recent episode, Heo shared that he lost approximately 1 million won (about $720 USD) due to the show's unique challenges.

The incident occurred during a segment titled 'War of the Wons,' where the cast members were tasked with a mission that strictly prohibited them from spending their personal funds. Despite the rule, Heo found himself spending money weekly, leading to the significant financial loss.

"I spent money every week," Heo lamented during the broadcast, expressing his frustration and sense of injustice over the situation. The revelation came as the cast members were tallying up their personal expenses incurred during the filming period.

'What Do You Play?' is known for its unpredictable and often humorous challenges, which frequently involve the cast members in various situations that test their resourcefulness. While the show aims to entertain viewers with the cast's reactions and problem-solving skills, Heo's experience highlights the sometimes unexpected personal costs involved in participating in such programs.

I spent money every week.

โ€” Heo Kyung-hwanExpressing his frustration about losing money during the show's mission.
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