Stars Park Seo-joon, Choi Woo-shik, and Jung Yu-mi fell victim to producer Na Young-seok’s signature surprise kidnapping during the debut episode of tvN’s Loser Youth: Limited Edition, which aired on the afternoon of May 3.
The Elaborate Setup
Na Young-seok orchestrated a live stream under the pretense of celebrating composer Kim Dae-joo’s 20th anniversary since his debut. The unsuspecting actors entered the studio without suspicion, engaging warmly with viewers in real-time interactions that built a lively atmosphere.
As the mood peaked, scripted viewer comments flooded in, proposing a spontaneous domestic trip funded by a modest 100,000 won budget and urging the group to depart immediately. The parodic suggestions heightened the excitement.
Shocking Revelation
The true twist came when Na Young-seok revealed a hidden banner behind a front placard. It read: “We support Jung Yu-mi, Park Seo-joon, and Choi Woo-shik’s journey. Loser Youth: Limited Edition.”
Choi Woo-shik later shared his disbelief in an interview: “It felt like something was completely off, especially with the 100,000 won offer coming right away. I thought, ‘Is this a really united group?’ But I still had no idea.”
The actors reacted with pure shock upon seeing the banner. Park Seo-joon described it as “getting hit right in the back of the head.” Jung Yu-mi added, “I never imagined we’d get dragged into this during a live stream—not even once.”
The episode showcased Na Young-seok’s masterful prank, leaving the celebrities stunned and viewers hooked on the new variety show’s chaotic energy.
