‘Park Bo-gum’s Cantabile’ ends today with surprise appearance by IU
The singer IU appears on the final episode of “The Seasons – Park Bo-gum’s Cantabile.” Courtesy of KBS2
Actor breaks into tears as IU fulfills promise for final episode of KBS music show
KBS2’s music talk show “The Seasons: Park Bo-gum’s Cantabile” is set to wrap up its five-month run with a star-studded finale, airing Friday.
The final episode, themed “Friday Nights with Bo-gum,” features performances by a lineup of acclaimed artists including Kim Bum-soo, Zion.T and IU, as well as musical actors Kim Tae-han, Yoon Gong-ju and Na Ha-na.
Opening with a full version of MeloMance’s “Shall We Take a Break,” host Park energized the audience by stepping off the stage to connect with fans. As the longest-running and first-ever actor-MC in “The Seasons” franchise, Park has drawn attention weekly for his musical versatility and heartfelt hosting.
Kim Bum-soo performs a medley of his hit songs accompanied by Park on the piano. Kim later jokingly asked the multitalented actor to “at least leave one flaw” after being wowed by his musicianship.
Their duet performance also includes soulful vocals from Park, drawing enthusiastic praise from Kim.
To celebrate the season finale, messages from fans and a song gift from the show’s very first guest, composer and pianist Roh Young-shim, were presented. A surprise video letter from BTS’ V and IU followed — and just when the audience thought the tributes were over, IU appeared in person holding a bouquet, keeping her earlier promise to Park.
Overcome with emotion, Park teared up as the crowd chanted, “Don’t cry!” IU then hosted a brief segment, drawing out Park’s honest reflections on his most meaningful and challenging moments from the season.
The two capped off the show with never-before-seen duets, making for a memorable and heartfelt farewell.
This article from the Hankook Ilbo, a sister publication of The Korea Times, is translated by a generative AI and edited by The Korea Times.