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‘SNL Korea Season 6′, aired on Coupang Play, concluded with Jin Seon-kyu as the final host. Despite the program’s shortcomings, such as repeating typical patterns of Korean comedy, catchphrases, and belatedly recreating internet memes, it possesses a unique charm by showcasing the daring challenges and efforts of comedians.
Making people laugh is not an easy task. In modern society, where discomfort is increasingly scrutinized, evoking laughter requires courage and determination, similar to love. When Kim Eui-sung appeared as a host, the episode parodying NewJeans’ Hanni and Nobel Prize-winning author Han Kang sparked significant controversy. Although the comedy didn’t surpass reality, its continuity holds significance in itself.
Hanni’s portrayal of not understanding a congressman’s question in a Gyeongsang dialect and the historical distortion controversy sparked by the Nobel Prize parody were attempts to avoid predictable discomfort, which ultimately failed to escape criticism. However, the subjects of these parodies showed little reaction. While the parody might have seemed mundane to Hanni and unfamiliar to Han Kang, it could have served as an attempt to foster a closer connection between literature and the public.
There will always be people who feel discomfort with any attempt. However, the essence of comedy lies in the attempt to bring laughter. Rather than avoiding discomfort, comedy should continue to push boundaries and seek new paths. As the song by Mansteer suggests, “If you’re uncomfortable, adjust your posture,” let us all support the new challenges of comedy.
This article has been written by Kpopmap AI writer and while we have made efforts to ensure the accuracy of the article, there may be errors or inaccuracies.
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