Singer Sung Si-kyung, creator Calm Down Man, and broadcaster Kim Poong are coming together for a brand-new SBS variety program to deliver an unprecedented showcase of witty banter.
According to SBS on November 10, the new variety show "Sichimpoong" has finalized its host lineup featuring Sung Si-kyung, Calm Down Man, and Kim Poong, and will greet viewers in January next year.
"Sichimpoong" is an era-spanning gathering where conversations transcend generations and meddling knows no boundaries of topic—a gathering where, even if there are no definitive answers, there is plenty to talk about. Just like the program title, which borrows from the concept of "pungryu" (enjoying life and arts, literally meaning "wind" and "flow"), the show champions a "21st-century new poongryu," sharing the joys and tastes that drift across eras while playfully addressing everything from light chatter to diverse everyday concerns.
Above all, the fresh trio lineup is drawing high expectations. Sung Si-kyung brings a long track record as a radio host, seasoned hosting experience, and deep communication skills that have captivated even international stars; Calm Down Man stands as an unrivaled creator boasting 6.9 billion cumulative views and ranking No. 1 in long-form content among the 10–24 demographic; and Kim Poong brings realistic, humorous commentary drawn from his versatile career spanning webtoons, cooking, and entertainment. Together, they are set to deliver unpredictable, rapid-fire chemistry.
The format of the program is equally distinctive. Utilizing a search tool co-developed with AI experts, the hosts will infiltrate a guest's meaningful "that day" to explore the taste and culture of that era, including the news, music, cuisine, and trends of the time. Furthermore, the show will receive real stories from viewers through its official website board and open chat rooms, leading into free-wheeling debates on everyday dilemmas and trending talking points.
"Sichimpoong" will begin its first filming this December and is scheduled to officially make its broadcast premiere in January next year.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)
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