According to industry sources on August 11th (KST), Felix will host a short run of episodes as a special MC.
Produced by Kurly, ‘Naengterview’ first aired in February 2023 with Dex as the original host, running until February this year for three seasons and welcoming a variety of guests.
Sana served as special MC from March to June last year before leading the show from March until August 7th this year.
Broadcast insiders revealed that discussions are underway for Felix to participate as a special MC when the new season kicks off.
Felix has already made waves in the advertising world, following in the footsteps of popular actors such as Lee Jong Suk, Park Seo Joon, Lee Seung Gi, and Song Kang by becoming a model for the café franchise Gong Cha — a rare move for the brand to hire an idol.
Now, he’s expanding his portfolio into web variety hosting. Since his debut in 2018, Felix has been recognized for his unique charisma and stage presence, and over time, he has showcased new charms across various fields.
Recently, Felix was named global ambassador for Amorepacific’s Hera, marking the brand’s first time selecting a male model, taking over the role previously held by Jennie of BLACKPINK. He is also active as a house ambassador for Louis Vuitton, furthering his influence across fashion, beauty, and F&B. Now, he is expected to expand into the entertainment realm in the latter half of the year.
An industry insider commented, “Dex and Sana left a strong impression as MCs in previous seasons, drawing out the charms of guests while showcasing their own personalities. Through interactions with various guests, they displayed great chemistry and synergy. Felix, as he takes on web variety hosting for the first time since debut, is expected to deliver an impactful performance even in a short stint. It will be interesting to see how he channels his exceptional stage command into wit and charm as an MC.”
Having built a distinctive presence in music, fashion, beauty, and F&B, Felix’s relatively rare foray into variety shows is drawing attention. Fans are eager to see what new sides he will reveal on ‘Naengterview’ in his 8th year since debut.
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