[OSEN=Kim Na-yeon Reporter] 'Great Guide' cast members' tighter real-life sibling chemistry in 'Daedanang Guide' will meet viewers.

On the 28th at 3 p.m., MBC Every1's new variety show 'Great Guide 2.5 - Daedanang Guide' online production presentation was held via live streaming. The presentation featured announcer Park Ji-min as the host, along with Woo Tak-woo PD, Park Myung-soo, Kim Dae-ho, Choi Daniel, Lee Moo-jin, Jeon So-min, and Oh My Girl's Hyojung, who shared their thoughts.

'Great Guide 2.5 - Daedanang Guide' is part of the MBC Every1 'Great Guide' series, offering a humorous travelogue that viewers can easily follow before embarking on a long journey for 'Great Guide 3'. All Season 2 members -- Park Myung-soo, Kim Dae-ho, Choi Daniel, Lee Moo-jin, Jeon So-min, and Hyojung -- have reunited. Kim Dae-ho and Choi Daniel, who were travel mates in previous seasons, will serve as guides, promising a fresh twist.

On this day, Park Myung-soo said, "I've joined as an MC for 2.5. I think this is a step toward Season 3, and I'm always ready. I'll create hyper-big fun for you. Please wait and enjoy vicarious satisfaction through 2.5. It's so much fun." Kim Dae-ho introduced himself as "a long-time regular since Season 1" and added, "In Seasons 1 and 2, I was a traveler, but this time, as a guide, I'm excited to show a new side. I've prepared hard, so please enjoy it."

Choi Daniel called himself "the real power behind 'Great Guide,'" eliciting laughter. He said, "After 'Great Guide,' I'll show new fun and chemistry in 'Daedanang Guide.' Viewers will feel big fun and hyper-fun." Lee Moo-jin humbly said, "I joined from the second trip in Season 2 and traveled beautifully. In 'Daedanang Guide,' I'm the youngest studio member with the lowest participation rate but must work the hardest. I'll do my best."

Jeon So-min revealed, "I joined 'Great Guide 2' in the studio and became a direct travel mate. In 2.5, I'm like a '.'. I feel proud of being a refreshing, oxygen-like role. I'll be a ventilation fan." Hyojung appealed, "I've been part of Seasons 1 to 2.5. I'm lucky to join. I'll bring energetic, fresh vibes to 'Daedanang Guide,' so please watch and love Oh My Girl's Hyojung."

Park Ji-min, the host, also joined as a new travel mate for the Laos episode of 'Daedanang Guide'. Kim Dae-ho introduced her as "a former MBC colleague," to which Park Ji-min responded, "I'm Park Ji-min, a former junior of Kim Dae-ho. This is my first travel program, so I was nervous but had a dreamlike experience. Traveling with a superior -- maybe I can represent the hearts of millions of office workers in South Korea. Viewers might relate and find it fun." Park Myung-soo quipped, "Aren't you not her superior now?" Park Ji-min shot back, "That's right. Now he's just a neighborhood uncle," sparking laughter.

Woo Tak-woo PD explained the reason for returning with 2.5 instead of directly moving to Season 3: "After the love for 'Great Guide 2', we wanted to continue the series. The pressure was real, but having the same cast gave us confidence. We thought reuniting So-min and Hyojung, who were studio members, would create fun, fresh stories. Before the tough Season 3 journey, we wanted to show relatable travel that viewers could try themselves, hence the spin-off '2.5'."

Regarding the meaning of 'Daedanang', he said, "Many guessed it refers to Kim Dae-ho and Choi Daniel. 'Daedanang' also means 'not great but amazing' and 'Daedanang's turbulent guide.' That's how the name came about."

When asked why Kim Dae-ho and Choi Daniel became guides, he said, "In Season 2, their travel styles differed -- Kim loved nature, Choi preferred urban settings. We wanted to bridge their styles, so we tasked them with guiding their preferred trips. This was the planning intent."

On selecting destinations, he added, "Since Kim and Choi guided, they chose the locations. We requested places viewers could easily visit, unlike the distant countries in 'Great Guide'. Some members had busy schedules, but after Season 2, I felt their chemistry was great, and ending their bond was regrettable. I earnestly asked them to join the studio production, and they gladly accepted."

The cast also shared their reasons for joining. Park Myung-soo emphasized, "Through 'Great Guide', I learned a lot. Traveling to desired countries is hard due to schedules. Though work-related, traveling was happy, and the cast chemistry was great. Hearing the series would continue made me happy, so despite a busy schedule, I joined."

Kim Dae-ho said, "I was used to solo trips and had negative feelings about guided tours when joining 'Great Guide'. Now, I enjoy group travel, so I joined again for more fun." Choi Daniel praised, "Kim prefers solo trips, but during filming, I felt his consideration and willingness to include others. In Season 3, our chemistry will feel different. He's a good person -- something I didn't realize before."

Lee Moo-jin confessed, "I've always prioritized my main job, even when free, going to the studio. After Season 2, I tried to focus on work, but nothing came to mind. The memories from the trip were too good." Choi Daniel joked, "Your song 'Bap-sae' didn't do well," prompting laughter. Lee Moo-jin retorted, "Even with serious answers, the comfortable rapport with these seniors made me eagerly await the offer. That's why I rushed to the studio."

Jeon So-min said, "The merit was traveling with friends. Choi Daniel's participation made me curious. I was in a travel slump, repeating the same spots. This offer was a chance to break free and explore, which I gratefully accepted. As someone used to solo trips, guided tours had unexpected charm."

Hyojung shared, "Season 1's UK trip was memorable. It felt perfect and lingered in my mind. Season 2 made me want to join. In 2.5, I was happy to receive the offer. I play a small role, but like Kim Dae-ho, I love nature and wanted to satisfy that craving."

Park Ji-min expressed affection, saying, "Except for Kim Dae-ho, everyone was new. Traveling with strangers is ironic, but they made me comfortable. I missed them after returning -- it felt like a vacation, not work."

Woo Tak-woo PD highlighted the show's appeal: "Season 2 had four members forming a brotherly bond. 'Daedanang Guide' is an all-day project -- a mixed-group variety. The sibling chemistry, not brotherly, is the key. Authentic friend moments -- comments, words, actions only close siblings share -- made filming enjoyable. Focus on that."

Park Myung-soo joked, "Kim and Choi's chemistry is unexpected. A bromance erupted -- I almost jumped out of my seat. It's not a joke; it's a new variety challenge. Maybe they'll marry! It's unique. Choi and Kim's bromance, So-min's jealousy, Hyojung's sudden appearance -- it's drama fit for Netflix. Then an announcer joins. Even with 33 years in variety, this feels wrong. Viewers might gasp, 'No!'"

He added, "The '.5' means it's incomplete. We're preparing Season 3. For distant countries, preparation is needed, but as a spin-off for waiting viewers, '2.5' shows easy, immediate trips. Season 3 will be massive -- shout-inducing, mammoth-level."

Hyojung urged, "See the genuine sibling chemistry, the chaotic, unpredictable fun." Jeon So-min said, "See how diverse people unite, understand, and enjoy travel." Lee Moo-jin noted, "Kim and Choi's guided trip was chaotic. Expect entertaining, unpredictable travel stories."

Choi Daniel said, "Filming with Kim as guides was fun. The time with So-min and Hyojung created meaningful memories. I hope viewers feel our shared moments." Kim Dae-ho added, "Each member is a dot; together, they form a line -- a path we guide. Follow it to see a beautiful picture. This realistic guide offers a different travel experience."

'Great Guide 2.5 - Daedanang Guide' premiered on the 28th at 8:30 p.m.

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