Island Trio VietSub is a new program on Olive TV that focuses on the lives of three celebrities living on an island with local residents. The press conference for the show was held on May 19, 2017, at the Stanford Hotel in Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul. CP Park Sanghyuk and PD Han Rina were present at the event.
One of the main reasons for choosing Jung Yonghwa to be part of the cast was his chemistry with Kang Hodong. CP Park Sanghyuk revealed that they initially discussed having Jung Yonghwa play the role of an intelligent younger brother, but they never got to meet him. They wanted someone who could create a strong chemistry with Kang Hodong, similar to Lee Seung Gi. Jung Yonghwa also had the charm of a "Heotang" (a term used to describe good-looking individuals with a slightly foolish behavior in entertainment shows) like Lee Seung Gi. The chemistry between Jung Yonghwa and Kang Hodong was evident in their previous show "Let's eat dinner together". After filming with Jung Yonghwa, Kang Hodong contacted CP Park Sanghyuk and said, "I found him." This was the reason they chose Jung Yonghwa for the show.
The chemistry between Jung Yonghwa and Kang Hodong is exceptional. Island Trio is a reality show about life on an island, where Kang Hodong, Kim Hee Sun, and Jung Yonghwa will live and interact with the local residents. CP Park Sanghyuk emphasized the great chemistry between Kang Hodong and Jung Yonghwa. Kang Hodong had previously shown great chemistry with Lee Soo Geun and Eun Ji Won, but this time it was different. Jung Yonghwa was comfortable with Kang Hodong, and Kang Hodong treated him like a friend. Their chemistry was like a "chemical reaction", something completely new. Jung Yonghwa came to the island with dreams of composing songs and trying cooking, but he was constantly being called by Kang Hodong to go here and there. People wondered who taught Kang Hodong to play the guitar. The chemistry between them is fascinating.
PD Park Rina praised Jung Yonghwa for being friendly with the local residents. They were proud to have such an interesting, handsome, and warm-hearted younger brother in their village. Jung Yonghwa also had good chemistry with the other cast members.
Island Trio is a reality show where the cast members live and interact with the local residents on the island. However, the three celebrities will live separately in different houses, each with different local residents. CP Park Sanghyuk explained that the show would focus on the interactions between the cast members and the local residents. Whether it's the house of an elderly couple or the house of an old lady, there will be stories of how they adapt to these unfamiliar people. While some may compare Island Trio to tvN's "3 meals a day" or jTBC's "Hyori's Bed and Breakfast" due to the concept of famous people living on an island, CP Park Sanghyuk assured that the three cast members don't know how to cook, so there won't be any similarities. Island Trio is different from "Hyori's Bed and Breakfast" as well, as it features famous guests renting accommodations on the island.
PD Han Rina highlighted the fact that despite being top celebrities, the cast members were like close older brothers. They also had great chemistry with the local residents, who were clever, adorable, and lovely. The beautiful scenery of Wooi Island made them want to visit again, as it creates a sense of healing.
In conclusion, Island Trio VietSub is an exciting reality show that showcases the chemistry between the cast members and the local residents on an island. The choice of Jung Yonghwa as part of the cast was based on his chemistry with Kang Hodong, and their interactions promise to be entertaining. The show offers a unique concept and beautiful scenery that will captivate viewers.