SBS variety show Pomnyun Road - The Monk and the Guest has dropped its second teaser, signaling the start of a very different kind of road trip.
Premiering on the 19th, Pomnyun Road - The Monk and the Guest follows Venerable Pomnyun and the cast as they travel across India, reflect on themselves, and search for their "real selves." Part of Venerable Pomnyun’s more than 30-year-long pilgrimage route in India will be unveiled through entertainment TV, drawing major buzz even before the first episode airs.
The new teaser features Noh Hong-chul, Lee Sang-yoon, Lee Joo-bin, Lee Ki-taek, and ALL DAY Project’s Woochan, who head to India at Venerable Pomnyun’s invitation. While the cast marvels at India’s overwhelming scenery, their faces quickly turn anxious as they tackle rough roads and an unpredictable schedule.
Noh Hong-chul pointedly asks, "Is this a trip or a practice?" capturing the show’s identity crisis. Moments of leisurely sightseeing collide with grueling ascents up steep mountain paths—hinting at a unique mix of travel and spiritual training.
Another standout in the teaser is Venerable Pomnyun’s rapid-fire Q&A. To Lee Joo-bin, who opens up about her worries, he firmly says, "That’s an obsession." To Lee Sang-yoon, who speaks about knowledge, he counters with the twist, "Knowing can be an illness." And when Woochan mentions his interest in cars, Pomnyun replies, "That’s not interest—it’s obsession," sparking laughter.
His exchange with Noh Hong-chul also turns heads. Asked about stock and crypto returns, Venerable Pomnyun quips, "Why are you asking me that?"—showing his witty, no-nonsense style. Even in short cuts, the cast’s real-life concerns and Pomnyun’s clear-cut answers promise powerful synergy.
Pomnyun Road - The Monk and the Guest goes beyond a simple travel show, capturing hardship and laughter in unfamiliar places while taking time to examine each person’s worries. The mix of travel, practice, and on-the-spot Q&A set against the unique backdrop of India is poised to resonate with viewers.
Meanwhile, Pomnyun Road - The Monk and the Guest premieres on the 19th at 9 p.m.