On December 21, a video titled “The 3rd Pinggyego Awards Ceremony” was uploaded to the YouTube channel DdeunDdeun. Hosted by Yoo Jae-suk, the event brought together a star-studded lineup including Lee Sang-min, Hwang Jung-min, Song Seung-heon, Lee Dong-wook, Han Ji-min, Kim So-hyun, Lee Kwang-soo, Choi Daniel, Go Kyung-pyo, Lee Sang-yi, Ji Ye-eun, WOODZ, Hwasa, Oh My Girl’s Mimi, Haha, Jang Woo-young, Ji Suk-jin, Song Eun-yi, Joo Woo-jae, Yang Se-chan, Nam Chang-hee, Hong Hyun-hee, and Heo Kyung-hwan.

After awards were presented in several categories, Ji Suk-jin was announced as the Grand Prize winner. In his acceptance speech, he thanked the cast and production team and shared plans for the upcoming project PungHyangGo 2, adding that it was an honor to receive the award among such respected peers.

As the ceremony drew to a close, Yoo Jae-suk reflected on the year, saying it had not been an easy one, but he was grateful they could still spend it together in a modest yet meaningful way. He expressed hopes for a smooth year ahead and thanked viewers for their continued support of Pinggyego.

Song Eun-yi comforts Yoo Jae-suk

After the event ended, Yoo Jae-suk personally greeted and shook hands with each attendee. Among those moments, Song Eun-yi’s interaction stood out. Looking at Yoo Jae-suk with visibly emotional eyes, she softly said, “You’ve worked so hard, you really have.” Her expression conveyed deep concern and empathy, moving many viewers.

Yoo Jae-suk responded warmly, putting an arm around her shoulder and joking, “Let’s talk later.” Song Eun-yi replied in kind, saying, “Yes, let’s meet and talk. We’ll save the long conversation for later.”

The moment drew even more attention in light of recent events. Yoo Jae-suk has recently faced indirect backlash following the departures of Lee Yi-kyung from MBC’s Hangout with Yoo and Jo Se-ho from tvN’s You Quiz on the Block, despite the decisions being unrelated to his own intentions. Song Eun-yi’s quiet yet heartfelt gesture appeared to acknowledge the emotional toll he has endured, further highlighting the depth of their long-standing friendship.

Sources: naver