'Running Man' just scored a major goal with football sensation Hwang Hee Chan, pulling in impressive ratings that left fans cheering for more!

On the 9th, SBS's beloved variety show 'Running Man' clocked in a solid target audience rating of 2.6% (Nielsen Korea, Seoul metropolitan area, based on households), clinching its throne as the undisputed king of entertainment in its time slot. But wait, there's more—the real kicker?

A peak viewership rating of 5.9% and a household rating of 4.2%, signaling a significant surge from the previous week and proving just how much viewers were hooked.

This episode was all about the 'Hwang Hee Chan 3rd Futsal Running Cup,' where the dynamic Wolverhampton striker himself, Hwang Hee Chan, laced up his boots for a guest appearance, sending waves of excitement through the 'Running Man' squad.

Hwang Hee Chan's presence was long-awaited, hailed as the "top priority" futsal recruit by the members themselves.

His surprise cameo as a special mercenary from 'FC Ttok' had everyone buzzing, especially considering his two-game winning streak.

Sharing his thoughts, Hwang Hee Chan humbly expressed, "It's an honor to appear on a program I've watched since I was young."

But it was Song Ji Hyo's unexpected flirt that stole the spotlight, as she couldn't help but quip, "He's good-looking. My style," sending ripples of laughter through the set. And when it came to assessing the members' football skills, Hwang Hee Chan didn't hold back, praising Song Ji Hyo's prowess and even reevaluating Kim Jong Kook's abilities, much to everyone's surprise.

But the real action kicked off with the match itself. With Hwang Hee Chan leading the charge for FC Ttok, the energy was palpable as goals flew left and right.

FC Ttok's lineup, bolstered by the additions of Oh Ha-young and Heo Kyung-hwan, showcased some serious skill.

Meanwhile, FC Kook, with Jang Hyuk, Zico, and Kang Jae-joon, weren't backing down either.

With tensions running high and the fate of the match hanging in the balance, fans are on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the next episode to see if the 'Hwang Hee Chan Effect' will lead FC Ttok to victory.

Buckle up, 'Running Man' fans—it's game on!

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Actor Chun Jung Myung has opened up about a devastating betrayal by his former manager, who swindled tens of billions of won from his family. The former manager, who had been trusted like family, is now serving prison time for his actions.

In the December 8 episode of SBS’s My Little Old Boy, Chun Jung Myung shared the shocking details of his financial fraud ordeal with fellow cast members Lee Sang Min and Kim Heechul.

He explained, "I was financially defrauded by the manager I had worked with for 16 years since my debut. He forged documents to steal money and even caused huge financial losses for my parents."

A close source confirmed on December 9, "The manager mentioned on the show ultimately couldn’t repay the damages and is now serving his prison sentence for fraud."

The source also revealed that Chun Jung Myung suffered losses in the tens of billions of won. The emotional toll was severe, leading to social anxiety, and he even considered retiring from the entertainment industry due to the devastating betrayal.

Chun Jung Myung debuted in 1999 with the drama School 2 and became a household name with roles in Beijing, My Love, Fashion 70s, and What's Up Fox? However, after his role in the 2019 drama Urban Cops: KCSI, he suddenly disappeared from the spotlight, sparking concerns from fans.

An entertainment agency CEO weighed in, saying, "Celebrities, especially those with limited real-world experience, are vulnerable to scams because of their public status. Some get trapped and lose vast amounts of money after being used as figureheads."

An entertainment law expert added, "Fraud cases are tricky because proving the intent to steal is difficult. If someone makes an enticing offer, always ask, ‘Why me and not them?’ Skepticism is key."

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