Ahn Jung-hwan's lotion excuse unravels on a World Cup special

Stories about Ahn Jung-hwan's skincare habits during his playing days are resurfacing as comedic highlights for the 'Please Take Care of Refrigerator' World Cup special. In the episode airing on the 14th, Choi Yong-soo and Park Hang-seo will appear to share memories and old habits of Ahn Jung-hwan, whom they spent the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan with.

The highlight is the scene where Ahn Jung-hwan insists he did not perform any skincare, only for those around him to immediately counter his claim. With Choi Yong-soo's teasing and Park Hang-seo's testimony, Ahn Jung-hwan's image—once known as 'Terius' on the pitch—is transformed into entertaining variety show material.

World Cup Special Airing June 14 at 8:50 PM

The preview for episode 75 of 'Please Take Care of Refrigerator' first revealed a battle between Choi Yong-soo's refrigerator and stamina-boosting dishes. This is the second part of the World Cup special featuring Choi Yong-soo and Park Hang-seo, airing on Sunday, June 14 at 8:50 PM.

The preview video features a rapid succession of clips: Choi Yong-soo's recent updates, the bickering between Park Hang-seo and Ahn Jung-hwan, and short reactions to the chefs' cooking. The addition of Ahn Jung-hwan's cosmetics story brings laughter through the long-standing relationships of the cast members.

Park Hang-seo Testifies: Ahn Jung-hwan 'Only Used Lotion'

Park Hang-seo reveals that Ahn Jung-hwan used bandages on his face to hide pimples. While Ahn Jung-hwan tries to back down by claiming he 'only used lotion at the time,' the explanation quickly turns into a joke as stories emerge about him using multiple skincare products.

The reason this scene is eye-catching is not just about the truth of his skincare routine. The humor lies in who can tease Ahn Jung-hwan and how Ahn Jung-hwan can take those teases to create entertaining moments. Because Choi Yong-soo and Park Hang-seo are seniors and colleagues who have known him for a long time, these appearance-based jokes do not feel like attacks from strangers.

Ahn Jung-hwan was a football star whose performance and looks were discussed simultaneously since his playing days. The 'Terius' image attached to him after the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan went beyond being just a handsome player and has not entirely disappeared even after he began his broadcasting career. The less the current Ahn Jung-hwan tries to present himself seriously, the more easily his glamorous past can be used as material in variety shows.

Ki Sung-yueng's YouTube Joke Follows the Same Context

A similar scene occurred during Ki Sung-yueng's appearance on YouTube. In a 'Shoot for Love' video, Ki Sung-yueng discussed the looks of Korean football players and placed Ahn Jung-hwan at the very top. While showing playful confidence when comparing himself to Park Ji-sung, he acknowledged Ahn Jung-hwan's past image and connected it to his current appearance with a joke.

The video spread quickly among football fans, surpassing 200,000 views within just three days of its release. It was also noted that while Park Ji-sung remains associated with diligence and memories of big matches, and Ahn Jung-hwan is remembered for decisive goals and a strong facial image, Ki Sung-yueng represents the sophisticated image of a player from a newer generation.

The fun captured in this 'Please Take Care of Refrigerator' World Cup special lies in how comfortably long-time acquaintances can tease one another. While the battle between refrigerator ingredients and chefs provides the basic framework, Ahn Jung-hwan's cosmetics anecdote serves as a moment where former players regain their characters within the variety show. The full episode airing on the 14th will reveal how the jokes teased in the previews intertwine with the cooking battle, World Cup reminiscences, and the relationships between the cast members.