[Sports Chosun Reporter Jeong Bit] In the Himalayas’ high-altitude villages, Panni Bottle struggles with the arduous journey and ends up vomiting, while Gian84 unexpectedly bursts into tears. ‘World Tour 4’ hints at a real challenge that confronts extreme physical and emotional limits.
MBC’s flagship variety show ‘World Tour 4′ (directed by Kim Ji-woo) released an official teaser video ahead of its broadcast, promising the most extreme journey in the series’ history. The teaser captures the scale and emotions of the ‘Tea Horse Major March,’ raising anticipation for Season 4.
The video starts with Gian84, Panni Bottle, Lee Si-eon, and Dex appearing in traditional Nepalese attire, which looks exotic yet somewhat awkward, prompting laughter. However, the scenes that unfold suggest that Season 4 will be challenging human limits beyond a mere trip.
In the Himalayas’ high-altitude village, Gian84 interacts with locals, Panni Bottle cannot hold back from vomiting after the strenuous journey, and Gian84, Panni Bottle, and Lee Si-eon’s tears in unexpected moments suggest that this journey is not just a trip but a life-challenging adventure filled with deep emotional resonances.
The highlight of the teaser is undoubtedly the training scene with ‘Gurkha mercenary’ aspirants, known as the world’s strongest warriors. With former UDT member Dex participating, these training sequences are expected to turn into legendary scenes, blending tension, laughter, pain, and brotherhood. Additionally, the later part of the teaser shows rougher yet more comfortable sibling moments, hinting at even stronger ‘real family chemistry,’ thereby heightening expectations.
The final scene depicts Gian84 mingling with the MZ generation at a Nepal amusement park, and the harmonious interaction of the big brothers in a foreign setting raises anticipation.
The production team stated, “This season will be a journey where the genuine friendship of the big brothers, encounters with unfamiliar civilizations, and challenges to human limits unfold simultaneously.”
Moreover, recent achievements of the members add to the anticipation. Notably, Panni Bottle made headlines by losing 10 kg using the obesity treatment drug ‘Wegovy,’ and Gian84 garnered global attention with the Netflix variety show ‘Crazy Big Moment Kian84.’ With various marks of their popularity, attention is focused on whether they will continue to win love through ‘World Tour 4.’
‘World Tour 4’ premieres on May 11 at 9:10 p.m. on MBC, with teasers and behind-the-scenes content gradually released on the official YouTube channel ‘World Tour Base Camp.’
Reporter Jeong Bit rightlight@sportschosun.com