Kim Hee-chul revealed the decisive reason for temporarily suspending his appearance on 'Knowing Bros' for the first time in 11 years.
Super Junior member Kim Hee-chul revealed that he decided to voluntarily stop appearing on the show after witnessing Kang Ho-dong's professionalism amidst a situation where his overseas tour schedule overlapped with the broadcast recording. He conveyed his intention to withdraw to the production team, judging that it would be difficult for him to do his best in his current condition after seeing Kang Ho-dong's attitude of putting the viewers first.
Kim Hee-chul Steps Back from Knowing Bros
After 11 years, Kim Hee-chul has decided to take a break from the variety show 'Knowing Bros' to focus on his commitments with Super Junior's 20th-anniversary tour. He explained that the decision was made after realizing that conflicting international schedules made it difficult to maintain the high level of energy and engagement the program requires.
The Professional Influence of Kang Ho-dong
Kim Hee-chul cited the unwavering work ethic of host Kang Ho-dong as a major influence on his own professional standards. Observing Kang's commitment to prioritizing the viewer experience—even during long, demanding recording sessions—led Kim to reevaluate his own ability to fully commit to the show while managing his global tour schedule.