Hwanhee Crowned as the Prince of Trot on 'Current King of Masked Singers 2'

Hwanhee has officially been crowned the Prince of Trot on MBN's 'Current King of Masked Singers 2'. During the broadcast on December 10, the MVP of the first self-evaluation round was revealed, with Hwanhee taking home the honor after impressing the judges and audience alike.

Making his debut in the trot genre, Hwanhee performed Kang Seung-mo's 'Mujeong Blues' during the evaluation round. Known as the Prince of R&B for 26 years, Hwanhee's unique take on trot captivated viewers from the moment he stepped on stage. His powerful vocals, distinctive tone, and heartfelt emotional delivery, combined with his adeptness at trot's intricate techniques, showcased his seasoned artistry.

The audience's enthusiastic response was undeniable, and Hwanhee's performance earned him a perfect score. Surprised by the results, he expressed his desire to study trot further and deliver even better songs in the future. After kissing the champion belt, he humbly bowed to both the viewers and fellow contestants, further endearing himself to fans with his charm and humility.

Following the self-evaluation round, the remaining 30 contestants and two mystery challengers engaged in a one-on-one selection battle. As the performances continued, Hwanhee humorously remarked, “I think I messed up,” eliciting laughter from the audience. With his transition from R&B prince to trot prince, fans are eagerly anticipating the judges' feedback on his next performance.

'Current King of Masked Singers 2' is a special survival program celebrating the 60th anniversary of Korea-Japan diplomatic relations, aiming to select the top 7 male singers to represent South Korea in the upcoming 'Korea-Japan King of Singers' competition in 2025. Hwanhee made a striking entrance, receiving a standing ovation and establishing himself as a standout presence in the trot scene right from the start. With his MVP win, expectations are high for Hwanhee's future performances.

Catch Hwanhee on MBN's 'Current King of Masked Singers 2' every Tuesday at 9:10 PM.