Ji-hyo of Running Man embarks on a daunting month-long journey, immersing herself in the rigorous life of a haenyeo, the female free divers of Jeju Island.
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For a good ol' decade now, we've been gripped by the nerve-wracking antics of Song Ji-hyo on Running Man. Leaping off tall buildings, free-falling without cords, and skirmishing on the world's largest swing –, she's done it all!
But now, the game's about to change. Prepare to watch Song Ji-hyo plunge into depths – literally – as she steps into the role of an aspiring haenyeo (Korean female free diver) trainee. BBC Earth's new three-part documentary, Deep Dive Korea: Song Ji-hyo's Haenyeo Adventure, hits the screens this Sunday (May 11).
Gone are the flamboyant stunts and the glitzy celebrity vibe. This time, you'll witness a grittier side of Song Ji-hyo as she takes on the revered haenyeo tradition under the watchful eye of Jeju Island’s sea women icons.
The documentary unveils the plight of the dwindling haenyeo community, a group of elders braving life-threatening dives daily to safeguard this endangered tradition. Their physical prowess, environmental struggles, and deep-rooted cultural importance form the backbone of the series.
And for Song Ji-hyo, star of "Running Man"'s light-hearted challenges, this marks a daunting plunge into physical and mental endurance. Buckle up and get ready for a stark contrast as she dives headfirst into a world far removed from her comedic roles!
The series, jointly produced by JTBC and BBC Studios, premieres on May 11, 2025, giving you a front-row seat to an exhilarating adventure!
- Song Ji-hyo, known for her daring stunts on Running Man, embarks on a new journey as a haenyeo trainee in BBC Earth's documentary, Deep Dive Korea: Song Ji-hyo's Haenyeo Adventure, airing Sunday, May 11, 2025.
- In a marked departure from her previous roles, viewers will witness a grittier, more grounded Song Ji-hyo as she learns the revered haenyeo tradition under the tutelage of Jeju Island’s sea women icons.
- The three-part series delves into the hardships faced by the dwindling haenyeo community, highlighting their physical prowess, environmental struggles, and deep cultural significance.
- For fans of Song Ji-hyo's fashion-and-beauty, sports, sports-analysis, and lifestyle segments, this documentary will offer a stark contrast, revealing a side of her that tackles physical and mental endurance with the same tenacity she demonstrated in her comedy roles.
