The cast members of the MBC variety show "Choi Woo-san" issued a public apology for the show's poor ratings, which hovered around 1%.
After the cast of the MBC variety show “Choi Woo-san” recorded low viewership ratings in the 1% range, they held an emergency meeting to apologize to viewers. The cast analyzed the causes of the viewers’ harsh criticism and the low ratings, and discussed ways to improve the show.
On the broadcast, Jang Dong-min and the other members took the situation—with ratings stuck in the 1% range—very seriously and held a strategy meeting. They identified the program’s issues by reviewing the per-minute ratings data provided by the production team and analyzing comparisons with competing shows, and they showed a reflective attitude by reading negative comments left by viewers themselves.
Heo Kyung-hwan and Yoo Se-yoon analyzed the program’s structure and division of roles, pointing out a lack of harmony among the cast and a shortage of bold variety show experiments. The members bowed their heads, offering sincere apologies to viewers and earnestly pleading with them to continue tuning in.
However, despite these efforts, the episode’s viewership rating stood at 1.2% nationwide, marking a slight decline from the previous week. All eyes are now on what changes the members will demonstrate during the remainder of the show’s run.
MBC's 'Choi Woo Su San' Addresses Slumping Ratings
The cast of the MBC variety show 'Choi Woo Su San' held an emergency meeting to analyze a recent string of 1% viewership ratings. Despite attempting various format changes, including mountain-based challenges and cooking segments, the members acknowledged audience criticism regarding the show's pacing and lack of clear direction.
Cast Reflects on Program Strategy
During a candid review of viewer feedback, the cast identified a lack of defined roles as a primary issue, noting that they often struggle to drive the narrative forward compared to more established variety programs. Following the discussion, the members issued a formal apology to viewers, pledging to improve the quality of the remaining episodes.