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In the latest episode of the hit Korean variety show, Kim JongKook emerged victorious in a unique photo mission. The broadcast on October 26, 2025, featured the ‘Time-Stamping Photo Club’ Race, where the cast of “Running Man” had to rely solely on their internal clocks to complete a series of photography challenges.
The ‘Time-Stamping Photo Club’ Race Challenge
The episode’s main event challenged the members to participate in a photo biennale. With their phones confiscated, the cast, including guest Jonathan, had to navigate to three designated photo locations at precise times. Their success depended entirely on their ability to guess the time, adding a layer of suspense and comedy to the competition. Early in the episode, the members attempted a word game to earn a special “chance” but ultimately failed the mission, leading to hilarious consequences.
Comedic Moments and Mission Twists
One of the standout moments involved guest Jonathan, who humorously pretended to be poor at Korean during the word game. This prompted a classic comedic exchange with veterans Ji SukJin and Kim JongKook, who playfully called out his act. The absence of timekeeping devices led to constant bickering and flawed logic as the members tried to coordinate their arrivals. Despite failing the initial game, the entire cast managed to arrive at the final photo location on time, successfully avoiding a group penalty and ensuring their photos would be entered into the competition.
The Final Verdict: Public Vote Crowns the Winner
The climax of the photo mission came when the members’ captured photographs were submitted for a public vote to determine the ultimate winner. Each photo was presented anonymously to ensure an unbiased judgment from the voters. After the votes were tallied, the results revealed a clear winner, a surprising runner-up, and an unfortunate last-place finisher, showcasing the public’s diverse artistic preferences.
Kim JongKook’s Winning Shot and the Runner-Up
Kim JongKook secured first place with 17 votes for his beautifully composed photo titled ‘Flower Neck Road’ (꽃목길). As his prize, he received a coveted box of pears. Close behind was Yoo JaeSuk, who earned second place with 12 votes for his heartwarming picture of fellow member Yang SeChan, aptly named ‘Laughter Like a Tonic’ (보약 같은 웃음). On the other end of the spectrum, Ji SukJin finished in last place, garnering only two votes for his entry.
Looking Ahead: The Return of Ji YeEun
The episode concluded with an exciting preview for next week, announcing the long-awaited return of cast member Ji YeEun. After a three-week absence, her comeback is highly anticipated by fans of the show. As the cast dynamics of the popular Korean variety show continue to evolve, it reflects broader trends in the Entertainment Industry.
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