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Rallal, Appearing as Alter Ego Lee Myung-hwa, Set for 'Gag Concert' Public Trial
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Rallal, Appearing as Alter Ego Lee Myung-hwa, Set for 'Gag Concert' Public Trial

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Comedian Rallal will appear on the KBS 2TV show 'Gag Concert' as her alter ego, Lee Myung-hwa.
  • Her character's "crime" is appearing on the show instead of the more sought-after Rallal.
  • The episode will also feature a Bollywood-themed performance by girl group Izna and actor Yoon Jae-woong.

Comedian Rallal is set to bring her unique brand of humor to KBS 2TV's 'Gag Concert,' appearing as her popular alter ego, Lee Myung-hwa. The upcoming episode, scheduled for broadcast on June 14, will feature Lee Myung-hwa in the 'Public Trial' segment, where her "crime" is hilariously being booked instead of the more famous Rallal.

During the recent recording, prosecutor Park Sung-ho accused Lee Myung-hwa, jokingly suggesting a "Rallal kidnapping theory" due to the difficulty in securing Rallal for the show. Fellow comedian Park Young-jin further fueled the humor by praising Lee Myung-hwa's charm over Rallal's, prompting Rallal's character to defend herself.

After finally securing Rallal after three months, Lee Myung-hwa appeared. We suspect a 'Rallal kidnapping theory.'

โ€” Park Sung-hoThe prosecutor in the 'Public Trial' segment, jokingly explaining the situation.

The episode promises more laughs with Rallal's energetic performances, including a skit about a phone call with a tenant and a segment called 'The Real Deal.' Additionally, the 'Singing Contest' segment will host the girl group Izna as guest singers. They are expected to perform a Bollywood-themed collaboration with actor Yoon Jae-woong, adding an international flair to the show.

'Gag Concert' holds a special place in Korean television history as the longest-running comedy program. After a hiatus, it returned in November 2023 and has since been entertaining audiences with its blend of satire and sketch comedy, reaffirming its status as a beloved fixture in Korean entertainment.

Lee Myung-hwa is much more charming than Rallal.

โ€” Park Young-jinComparing the two personas during the comedic trial.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.