Ju Ji-hoon "16 million views on Pinggyego is more [meaningful] than a 10 million viewer movie"

"Movies can be analyzed, but variety shows cannot" Ju Ji-hoon's honest confession

Actor Ju Ji-hoon expressed his amazement that the high view counts of YouTube variety shows are even more surprising than movies that attract ten million viewers. Attending the handprinting event for the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards (BSA) held at CGV Yongsan IPARK Mall in Ichon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, on the 7th, Ju Ji-hoon shared witty remarks about his recent activities.

Ju Ji-hoon has already reached the status of a "ten-million viewer actor" through the movie series 'Along with the Gods.' However, he could not hide his bewilderment at the massive impact of the YouTube web variety show 'Pinggyego,' in which he recently appeared as a guest. He remarked, "It seems harder to surpass 10 million views on 'Pinggyego' than it is for a movie."

He specifically pointed out the differences in the production environments of movies and variety shows. "Movies have VFX effects and intense emotions, but in 'Pinggyego,' we just sat down and blabbered about our own stories," he explained. He added, "The duration is also about 2 hours, which is similar to the time spent watching a movie."

Mentioning that the views for the recent 'Pinggyego' video have exceeded 16 million, he expressed his wonder. Ju Ji-hoon said, "Movies can be analyzed, but 'Pinggyego' cannot be analyzed, which makes it even more mysterious," adding, "In reality, 80% of the talking time belongs to Mr. Yoon Kyung-ho, so I am happy that 16 million people listened to that story," which brought laughter to the scene.

"Even trimming my nails"... Ju Ji-hoon's sincerity prepared for the handprinting

Ju Ji-hoon's attitude toward the event was quite solemn. He added a touch of wit, stating, "I came here today after washing my hands thoroughly and even getting my cuticles removed."

He also did not forget to mention the weather at the venue. "I feel refreshed. The rain stopped earlier, so it feels like even the weather is helping us," he said.

Last year, Ju Ji-hoon updated his career-defining character by playing the role of Baek Kang-hyuk, a highly dedicated genius surgeon, in the Netflix series 'Trauma Center.' At the event, he created a warm atmosphere with a side of himself that was the complete opposite of his powerful character in the drama.

A lineup of stars brightening the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards handprinting

The handprinting event was attended by Ju Ji-hoon and IU, the winner of the Best Lead Actor and Actress at the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards. A glamorous list of winners filled the venue.

Kian84 and Lee Su-ji, winners of the Best Variety Performer awards, and Lee Kwang-soo and Yum Hye-ran, winners of the Best Supporting Actor and Actress awards, were also in attendance. Additionally, Choo Young-woo and Kim Min-ha, winners of the Best Newcomer awards, and Moon Sang-hoon and Mimi, winners of the Best New Variety Performer awards, graced the event.

Meanwhile, the main ceremony for the 5th Blue Dragon Series Awards will be held on July 31 at 8:30 PM at Chroma, Paradise City, Incheon. The ceremony is scheduled to be broadcast live through KBS2.

A glamorous gathering of winners

The venue was filled with the protagonists who recreated the glory of the 4th Blue Dragon Series Awards. Ju Ji-hoon and IU, who had clinched the Best Lead Actor and Actress awards, attended side by side.

Kian84 and Lee Su-ji, winners in the variety category, and Lee Kwang-soo and Yum Hye-ran, winners of the supporting actor awards, were also present. The lineup of winners was completed with the addition of newcomers Choo Young-woo and Kim Min-ha, as well as new variety performers Moon Sang-hoon and Mimi.

"It's even more mysterious because it can't be analyzed" Ju Ji-hoon's honest feelings

Ju Ji-hoon expressed his bewilderment regarding the recent view count of the 'Pinggyego' video exceeding 16 million. He said, "Movies can be analyzed, but 'Pinggyego' cannot be analyzed, which makes it even more mysterious."

He then joked, "In reality, 80% of the video's content is Mr. Yoon Kyung-ho, so it's just baffling that 16 million people listened intently to that story."

From 'Along with the Gods' ten-million actor to 'Pinggyego' ten-million views

Ju Ji-hoon earned the title of a ten-million viewer actor through the movie series 'Along with the Gods.' Recently, he set another record as the views for the YouTube web variety show 'Pinggyego,' in which he appeared as a guest, surpassed 16 million.

Last year, he also updated his career-defining character by proving his acting skills as the genius surgeon Baek Kang-hyuk in the Netflix series 'Trauma Center.'