Kim Sang-hyuk, formerly of the first-generation idol group Click-B, is preparing to openly confront and candidly address his past controversies in an upcoming variety show appearance—drawing significant attention from fans and the public alike.

On April 7, the YouTube channel Manrijangseongyu released a teaser titled “First-generation Idol Geunhwang Olympics, premiering Friday 4/10,” offering a glimpse into what promises to be a bold and unfiltered episode. The show uniquely blends the nostalgic concept of “Conscience Refrigerator” with the provocative format of the “Geunhwang Olympics,” creating a space where celebrities are pushed to reflect on their past with honesty and, at times, humor.

In the teaser, host Jang Sung-kyu wastes no time diving into uncomfortable territory, asking Kim Sang-hyuk, “Did you at least know what you were coming here to do today?” Caught slightly off guard, Kim begins to respond, “It’s a show that runs a conscience campaign…” before trailing off mid-sentence. He then lightens the mood with a self-deprecating joke, saying, “But I’m not really sure if I should even be on this… as someone who once sold his conscience,” sparking laughter on set while subtly acknowledging his controversial past.

However, the conversation quickly escalates as Jang Sung-kyu continues to press him with a series of pointed and relentless questions. From a seemingly simple “How have you been?” to more loaded remarks like, “What did you really mean when you said, ‘I drank, but I didn’t drive drunk’? There must have been something behind that, right?”—the host revisits one of Kim Sang-hyuk’s most infamous statements, which had long been a subject of public scrutiny.

Jang doesn’t stop there. He further brings up personal anecdotes and sensitive details, saying, “I’ve actually had a meal together with my sister-in-law and Yumi (my wife),” and even referencing past rumors with, “Back then, was the place you owned 64 pyeong?” The rapid-fire questioning creates a tense yet oddly humorous atmosphere, with Kim alternating between surprise, amusement, and disbelief.

At one point, as the questions grow increasingly bold, Jang suddenly pauses and asks, “Are we even allowed to talk about this on air?” prompting Kim Sang-hyuk to respond with a mix of shock and sarcasm, “You’ve already brought up things that are way worse,” drawing another round of laughter from the set.

This upcoming episode is expected to showcase a different side of Kim Sang-hyuk—one that is more reflective, self-aware, and willing to confront the past head-on rather than avoid it. For many viewers, it may serve as a moment of reckoning, while for others, it could mark the beginning of a new chapter in his public image.

The full episode of Manrijangseongyu featuring Kim Sang-hyuk is scheduled to be released at 7 p.m. on April 10, and anticipation is already building as audiences wait to see just how far the conversation will go.