S1·E655 2023 So-min's Choice (2)

Episode recap

The episode continues the rivalry that began in the previous installment of “2023 So‑min’s Choice,” pitting Team Jeon So‑min against Team No So‑min. The two sides are represented by regular cast members Se‑ho and Kang Hoon, who remain active participants in the ongoing competition. Throughout the broadcast, the format of Running Man— a Korean variety program in which members must complete a series of games and missions to achieve victory—provides the structural backdrop for the challenges presented.

A notable shift in the episode is the evolving role of Jeon So‑min herself. Historically described as a referee for sports games, So‑min steps out of that supporting position and assumes the role of a top player in the “2023 So‑min’s Choice Race.” Her transition from officiating to direct competition is highlighted as a central narrative thread, underscoring her increased involvement in the physical and strategic aspects of the game.

One of the featured segments takes place at a large used‑car dealership in Cheongna. In this setting, the contestants engage in a Name Tag Elimination game, a recurring type of mission in which participants must remove or protect identification tags to avoid elimination. The episode showcases several impressive moments from So‑min during this segment, emphasizing her ability to navigate the crowded environment of the car lot while contending with the opposing team.

The continuation of the battle between the two teams, the presence of Se‑ho and Kang Hoon as active competitors, and So‑min’s transformation from referee to leading player collectively drive the episode’s progression. By integrating the traditional Running Man format of competitive games with the specific venue of a used‑car store, the episode delivers a blend of familiar variety‑show dynamics and fresh situational challenges, maintaining the series’ reputation for combining humor, physical contests, and strategic play.