Speaking during an online pre-taped press event on Feb. 2, Lee shared, “The second I heard the concept, I thought, ‘This is going to be a blast.’ There are so many lanes to play in, and they’re right in my wheelhouse. My strength is stamina―I don’t tire easily. Think of it as a highlight reel that mixes my alter egos with the real me.”
"Real Talk" is a character-driven talk format where MCs Tak Jae-hoon, Lee Sang-min, Lee Su-ji, and KAI of EXO reinvent themselves every week inside a new ‘universe’ and guide the conversation in character. In the premiere, the quartet becomes inmates in a tongue-in-cheek “prison universe,” then flips the script with a 2-on-2 blind-date setup―promising a talk show unlike anything viewers have seen. Their in-the-moment acting and banter aim to draw out unfiltered reactions from guests and deliver unexpected laughs.
Known for her chameleon-like “alt” characters, Lee is poised to show off a new lineup on the show. Co-MC Lee Sang-min teased, “Every week she unveils something new,” while KAI added, “Her alter egos are hilarious―but her real self is just as funny. You’ll see that side, too.”
“Our chemistry as a four-top is something you’ve never seen before,” Lee said. “You’ll get just how fresh this combo is. Mondays are usually the worst―but after this, you’ll be counting down to Monday night.”
"Real Talk" premieres tonight (Mon., Feb. 2) at 10:10 p.m. on SBS.
(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)