TV Chosun 'Ten Million Genius Show' Ranks 1st in Time Slot with 4.2% Peak Rating from Premiere

TV Chosun's 'Ten Million Genius Show' recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 3.8% and a peak rating of 4.2% (based on Nielsen Korea) during its first broadcast on Tuesday the 1st at 10 PM, ranking first among all channels, including terrestrial broadcasters, in the same time slot for variety shows. Hosted by Kang Ho-dong and Boom, this program features a format where a genius and a star form a team to present a performance, with a prize of ten million won awarded to the final winning team.

The Cast's Radical Challenges and Records

In the first episode, geniuses from various fields and stars showcased collaborative stages. Jinsung, working with balancing artist Byeon Nam-seok, demonstrated fighting spirit while attempting balancing art. Aerial silk artist Jeon A-ram performed a high-difficulty routine 10 meters in the air, earning 192 points, while Huh Chanmi completed a moving stage by overcoming a fear of heights. Son Bin-ah, performing alongside national dance sport athletes Lee Beom-gu and Jeon Seung-hee, presented a powerful Latin dance, and Chun-gil performed extreme missions with national pump athlete Yoon Sang-yeon. Notably, Yoon Sang-yeon recorded 173 points by demonstrating perfect steps even while wearing a blindfold.