Ji Suk-jin and I-DLE Soyeon’s Wild Running Man Chemistry: Comedy Gold or Total Mess?
On the May 25 episode of SBS’s Running Man, chaos and laughter returned with a new round of the infamous “tactless mafia game.”
Titled the “Master of Tact: Running Family” race, the episode challenged cast members to detect hidden behaviors and missions throughout the day. One key event was a mafia game where players had to avoid giving away clues like winking. However, things went sideways when a member mistakenly believed they were the mafia and began eliminating innocent citizens — a move that spiraled into hilarious confusion.
The unintentional “mafia enforcer” turned out to be none other than Choi Daniel, known for his lovable clumsiness on variety shows. Despite being heckled by the rest of the cast, Daniel insisted,
“I swear I felt it!,” leaving everyone in stitches and the outcome of the game a delightful mystery.
In a recurring gag, I-DLE members continue their reign as unexpected comedic queens. After Miyeon’s viral one-liner in a previous episode, “I don’t want to hear it!,” this week, it was Soyeon’s turn to roast Ji Suk-jin.
From the start, Soyeon delivered ruthless yet innocent jabs:
“You look like you’re 55.”
“Is making people laugh your only goal?”
Though spoken sweetly, the comments visibly ruffled Ji Suk-jin, prompting him to jokingly label Soyeon as his “sworn enemy.” The episode proved that I-DLE isn’t just musically fierce—they’ve got comedic timing too.
SBS’s Running Man airs on May 25 at 6:10 p.m. KST. With unpredictable games, sharp guest commentary, and the ongoing “Ji Suk-jin vs. I-DLE” saga, it promises to be another standout episode.