A clip of Choo Sung-hoon gripping and steadying a blazing-hot yakiniku grill plate with his bare hands is going viral.
The video was uploaded to the JTBCVoyage channel on March 18, 2026.
In the footage, when asked if he could hold a scorching grill plate with his bare hands, Choo unflinchingly reached out and fixed the plate in place. His calm reaction left everyone around him stunned.
One cast member exclaimed, "Wait, isn't that hot?!" in disbelief, to which Choo replied coolly, "I'm fine."
Online, commenters noted that judoka and athletes often have calloused hands, making feats like this easier, and many praised Choo's head-on, fearless demeanor. Given the nature of the 'Can't Do It Alone' program, viewers are anticipating more raw, real survival-style missions ahead.
According to related reports, this clip showcases a different kind of charm compared to his past TV appearances.