After Jo Se Ho’s departure, Heo Kyung Hwan draws attention for ‘You Quiz on the Block’ MC role

27 Dec 2025, 10:45 by Demian09 · allkpop

As broadcaster Jo Se Ho recently stepped down from tvN’s 'You Quiz on the Block' following a controversy, comedian Heo Kyung Hwan is emerging as a strong candidate to fill the vacant MC position.

On December 27, the 'You Quiz on the Block' production team released a preview clip featuring Heo Kyung Hwan through the show’s official account. In the video, Heo made a lively entrance, shouting his signature catchphrases such as “I’m doing it right now” and “Isn’t this exactly the taste?” He introduced himself with humor as “a man who just wants to make people laugh.”

Host Yoo Jae Suk responded with playful banter, saying, “Next year marks his 20th debut anniversary, but we invited him a year early,” before joking that they brought him on in advance in case his rapidly rising popularity were to suddenly dip. His remarks sent the studio into laughter.

Throughout the segment, Heo Kyung Hwan unleashed a full parade of his well-known catchphrases, while Yoo Jae Suk burst into laughter at his junior’s uninhibited performance, clearly showing his enjoyment and satisfaction.

Heo Kyung Hwan has a long history of working alongside Yoo Jae Suk on variety programs such as 'Happy Together.' While Jo Se Ho became beloved for turning his signature “unfairness” into a comedic character, many viewers believe Heo Kyung Hwan could create a fresh dynamic built on his sly humor and groundless confidence, naturally setting himself up as a new target for Yoo Jae Suk’s playful teasing.

Having already proven his strong on-screen chemistry with Yoo Jae Suk on programs like MBC’s 'Hangout with Yoo' and SBS’s 'Running Man,' Heo Kyung Hwan is increasingly being praised as the most fitting choice to fill Jo Se Ho’s absence on 'You Quiz on the Block.'

Viewer reactions have been overwhelmingly positive. Online comments include, “I highly recommend him as the second-generation ‘Aegijagi,’” “You can see how much affection Yoo Jae Suk has for him,” and “I really hope Heo Kyung Hwan becomes a fixed cast member this time,” reflecting the high level of anticipation surrounding his potential role.

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