"Jinrun Crew" second broadcast

At 11:10 p.m. on July 24, MBC’s “I Live Alone” aired the second outing of the “Real Run Crew,” featuring Kian84, Minho, and Bae Nara. The episode recorded a 5.9% household rating in the Seoul metropolitan area, ranking first among Friday entertainment programs, and achieved a 3.3% share among viewers aged 20 to 54. The rating briefly climbed to 6.7% during the segment when Dune appeared live on “Rainbow Live.”

Dune reveals “emotional house” and appears on “Rainbow Live”

Dune appeared live on “Rainbow Live” with his pet dog, Hettin. He shared that he first saw Hettin at a shelter and fell in love at first sight, calling her his “perfect soulmate.” Dune enjoys finger foods and blackcurrant iced tea instead of breakfast, and spends relaxed moments sitting on the steps outside his front door, gazing at a small yard. He also maintains a fitness routine, regularly completing push-up challenges. Dune said his favorite phrase is “no news is good news,” adding, “Because there was no news, I did everything I could do when I had nothing to do.”

Dune cherishes his 1998 model vintage car and a Korean intangible cultural heritage piece, the Bangpae-yeon. He explained that he visits artisans of intangible heritage to learn about their craftsmanship. He revealed that he initially sought out furniture and objects, thinking they were perfect works of art, only to discover they were part of Korea’s intangible cultural heritage. This realization inspired him to take action to raise awareness about intangible heritage at risk of disappearing due to lack of successors. Dune’s “emotional house” is decorated with furniture and objects that reflect Eastern aesthetics. A solid wood table in the center of the living room, which he purchased for 50,000 won on a secondhand marketplace, surprised members of the “Rainbow” community.

Bae Nara shares warmth through camping, cooking, and guitar playing

Bae Nara continued camping after finishing a run. He demonstrated thorough preparation by prepping cold beef and even bringing makgeolli as side dishes. On site, he made his own sauce and portioned ingredients into ziplock bags, showcasing his skills as the “cooking team leader.” His attention to detail stood out, particularly when he carefully cleaned utensils with alcohol and neatly plated the cold beef. Bae Nara also showed his considerate nature by personally preparing snacks for his crew members. He said, “Because it’s a meal that should be eaten on hot days, I thought a lot and prepared it carefully.”

Minho noted that Bae Nara’s “delicate, thoughtful, and gentle” demeanor surprised him. Bae Nara was visibly impressed by Kian84’s cooking, taking photos after tasting the dishes. He praised Kian84’s culinary skills, helping to lift the mood. As the camping atmosphere warmed, Bae Nara pulled out a guitar, showcasing his background as a practical music major. He sang Kian84’s first solo track “Dandelion,” Minho’s solo track “TEMPO,” and Park Ji-hyun’s “Mu (Nothing),” bringing both laughter and emotion to the crew. Reflecting on his experience as part of the “Real Run” crew, Bae Nara said, “These days, I’ve been focusing a lot on living meaningful days.” He added, “I was physically drained, but I was able to think constructively about how to improve my abilities. It was a fulfilling day.” He also said, “After ‘Real Run,’ I started wanting to run again,” expressing his affection for running and his bond with Kian84 and Minho. Bae Nara recently starred as Kim Pal-ho in the Netflix drama “Wonderful World” and is set to appear in various upcoming projects and activities.

Kian84 reveals “Fun Run Crew” gossip and the charm of “Alone Crew”

Kian84 shared behind-the-scenes stories of the “Fun Run Crew” to emphasize the authenticity of the “Alone Crew.” He stated that the “Alone Crew” is a positive place and mentioned how conflicts within the “Fun Run Crew” were resolved, leading to the formation of new relationships. Kian84 described his day with Minho and Bae Nara as “filled with sweat and romance.” He said his time with Dune on “Rainbow Live” was an opportunity to reflect on himself. Kian84 expressed agreement with Dune’s saying, “no news is good news,” and relayed Dune’s thoughts: “Living alone is actually painful and lonely. There are so many annoying things. But only when I’m alone can I truly know myself.”

“I Live Alone” ratings and “Best One Minute”

The MBC program “I Live Alone,” aired on July 24, recorded a 5.9% household rating in the Seoul metropolitan area, ranking first among Friday entertainment programs, and achieved a 3.3% share among viewers aged 20 to 54. The rating briefly surged to 6.7% during Dune’s “Rainbow Live” appearance. The “Best One Minute” award went to Dune, who demonstrated deep affection for Korea’s intangible cultural heritage. He showed how he treasures a Bangpae-yeon artwork gifted by master craftsman Bae Mu-sam, and revealed his motivation for taking direct action to raise awareness about intangible heritage at risk of disappearing due to lack of successors. Dune also impressed viewers by meticulously crafting a lighting piece using rattan, hanji, and bamboo by hand.

Authenticity of intangible heritage and “emotional house”

Dune said his favorite phrase is “no news is good news,” adding, “Because there was no news, I did everything I could do when I had nothing to do.” He cherishes his 1998 model vintage car and a Korean intangible cultural heritage piece, the Bangpae-yeon, and explained that he visits artisans of intangible heritage to learn about their craftsmanship. He revealed that he initially sought out furniture and objects, thinking they were perfect works of art, only to discover they were part of Korea’s intangible cultural heritage. This realization inspired him to take direct action to raise awareness about intangible heritage at risk of disappearing due to lack of successors. Dune impressed viewers by meticulously crafting a lighting piece using rattan, hanji, and bamboo by hand. Dune’s “emotional house” is decorated with furniture and objects that reflect Eastern aesthetics. A solid wood table in the center of the living room, which he purchased for 50,000 won on a secondhand marketplace, surprised members of the “Rainbow” community.