Son Suk-ku Exposes Yoo Yeon-seok’s Suspicious Visit to the Set of Nine Puzzle

On the May 27 episode of SBS variety show Whenever Possible, actor Son Suk-ku had viewers laughing as he playfully poked fun at fellow actor Yoo Yeon-seok. Appearing alongside actress Kim Da-mi, Son teamed up as a “gap-time friend” to explore the hidden corners of Dogok-dong.

During the broadcast, the duo discussed their upcoming Disney+ thriller drama Nine Puzzle (written by Lee Eun-mi, directed by Yoon Jong-bin), drawing attention for their on-screen chemistry. In the midst of the conversation, MC Yoo Yeon-seok revealed that he had visited the set of Nine Puzzle to show his support—prompting curiosity and amusement.

MC Yoo Jae-suk couldn’t resist teasing Yoo Yeon-seok, joking, “Did you go just to suck up to the director?” causing the studio to erupt in laughter. Yoo Yeon-seok defended himself with a grin, saying, “You know how it is—we visit directors we’re close to and cheer them on,” as he looked to Son Suk-ku for backup.

But Son Suk-ku wasn’t about to let him off the hook. With a sly smile, he replied, “I usually don’t go myself—I might send a coffee truck at most. But he actually showed up in person.” He then added, “It seems like he had quite the motive,” and joined forces with Yoo Jae-suk to light-heartedly corner Yoo Yeon-seok, turning the moment into one of the show’s most entertaining highlights.

Kim Da-mi Makes Variety Show Debut

Actress Kim Da-mi, meanwhile, marked a milestone in her career with her very first appearance on a variety show, delighting fans and fellow cast members alike.

On the same episode, Nine Puzzle co-stars Kim Da-mi and Son Suk-ku appeared as “gap-time friends,” taking on the show’s unique mission of discovering overlooked places in Dogok-dong.

Kim Da-mi surprised everyone by candidly revealing, “This is my first time appearing on a TV variety show.” When asked why she hadn’t ventured into variety before, she bashfully admitted, “It felt awkward.” Despite her initial nerves, she exuded positive energy and shared that she had managed to sleep well the night before filming.

During a candid conversation while moving between filming locations, Son Suk-ku and Yoo Yeon-seok discussed the challenges of shooting in different seasons. Yoo Yeon-seok, recalling cold-weather shoots, joked, “My mouth doesn’t work—I just want to go home.” Son Suk-ku chimed in, “I always want to go home, whether it’s summer or winter,” before adding, “At some point, I started wondering if my passion had faded. After just one scene, I want to leave.” Kim Da-mi joined in the humor, saying, “Honestly, I wanted to go home from the moment I started makeup today,” causing the group to burst out laughing. Yoo Yeon-seok empathized with her first-time variety jitters, adding a warm moment of solidarity.

Despite her initial apprehension, Kim Da-mi quickly found her rhythm on the show. MC Yoo Jae-suk complimented her, saying, “She listens really well and has great reactions,” and encouraged her to do more variety. When Kim Da-mi modestly replied, “I’m not good at talking,” Yoo Jae-suk reassured her with, “Empathy, listening, and reacting—that’s all you need.” Son Suk-ku added his praise as well, saying, “She’s a great listener on set and always offers good solutions.” He also revealed that it was actually Kim Da-mi who first suggested appearing on the program, surprising everyone.

About Nine Puzzle

Nine Puzzle is a Disney+ original thriller starring Kim Da-mi and Son Suk-ku. The series follows a brilliant criminal profiler and a mysterious figure from her past as they join forces to unravel a chilling series of murders—only to discover the cases may be connected to a traumatic incident from her own childhood. Written by Lee Eun-mi and directed by Yoon Jong-bin, Nine Puzzle has already generated significant buzz for its gripping storyline and star-studded cast.

SBS’s Whenever Possible is a “gap-time strategy” variety show that offers surprises and unexpected fun during the brief in-between moments of daily life.

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