Jun So Min returned to Running Man as a guest on June 7, 2026, joining actor Kim Kyung Nam for an episode featuring a seasonal trading race that showcased the former cast member’s signature humor and competitive spirit.
Quick Facts
- Jun So Min appeared as a guest on the June 7, 2026 episode of Running Man
- Kim Kyung Nam returned to the show for the first time in seven years
- A Running Man member told Kim Kyung Nam seven years ago not to do variety shows
- The episode featured a race where guests competed buying and selling seasonal items
Jun So Min wasted no time reconnecting with the cast, immediately bringing her playful antics to the show. When members were taking their seats, she refused to sit next to Kim Kyung Nam, saying he was “boring,” according to Star News, drawing immediate laughter from the start.
Kim Kyung Nam’s return marked a significant moment. During the episode, he revealed that seven years earlier, one of the Running Man members had advised him against pursuing variety show appearances. Yang Se Chan expressed surprise at this revelation, asking, “So you’ve been holding back for seven years?” according to Soompi’s preview report.
The games themselves highlighted the contrasting styles of both guests. Jun So Min marveled at how meticulous and detail-oriented Kim Kyung Nam was once the competition began. The episode included multiple challenges: a camera-angle dominance game, a love-problem guessing round based on photos, and a soccer match. In the soccer game, Kim Kyung Nam struggled with controlling his power, prompting host Yoo Jae-suk to joke that he had “fashion muscles,” according to Star News.
The episode’s final standings saw HaHa take first place with 816,000 won, Song Ji-hyo second with 681,000 won, and Yoo Jae-suk third with 676,000 won. Kim Kyung Nam finished in last place, though he ultimately avoided the final punishment by choosing water bombs over other penalty options.
Sources
- Soompi — preview details, guest appearance announcement, episode air date and time
- Star News — episode results, game descriptions, cast reactions, final standings
