TV Show Review: Keep Running: Season 8

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Episodes

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TV Show Digest

Keep Running is a reality variety show featuring seven regular members. This is a spin-off of SBS’ original popular Korean variety show “Running Man”. The show is classified as a game variety show where the MC and guests complete missions at landmarks to win races.

The Feel-Good Part

The show has a lot of feel-good moments as the cast members and the guests compete to win different games. There are wholesome moments that make the cast relatable. Then some hilarious moments allow the viewers to enjoy the show.

The Disappointing Factors

There was no major disappointing factor in the show itself. Most of the show is light-hearted and entertaining. The only thing that becomes a drawback is its running time. Each episode is 2 hours long which is lengthy for a reality game show.

In-Depth Analysis

Keep Running, also known as Ben Pao Ba, is a reality variety show featuring seven regular members. The show is classified as a game variety show where the MC and guests complete missions at landmarks to win races. The Mc and guests play many games, which often add to the score of the final mission. Most of the games require running and the most popular and recurring game is name-tag ripping. Some of the games required the cast to call each other to get a drive to the restaurant from their hotels. All members were required to live a certain life. Their choices determined their destiny. In one episode, they formed a pair and fought for the top position in the fashion rankings. A couple was eventually selected. In another game, team members competed against other teams and against each other on various missions to achieve higher CD sales. The team that wins the last mission receives a prize, usually related to the episode’s theme. Even if a team wins the majority of the games the point distribution makes the end surprising. This season has been hilarious. Each episode is worth a rewatch. The theme of each episode is on point and very relevant to our daily life, whether you are a celebrity/idol/actor/actress/singer etc. The cast was incredibly funny and shared a relatable vibe.

Star Power

The star power of the show is the chemistry between the members and the guests. The viewers get to see the friendship of the cast members. The show also allows the viewers to get a glimpse of the real-life personality of many stars who come as guests in the show.

Overall Opinion

Overall, Keep Running, also known as Ben Pao Ba, is a reality variety show featuring seven regular members. The theme of each episode is on point and very relevant to our daily life, whether you are a celebrity/idol/actor/actress/singer etc. The cast was incredibly funny and shared a relatable vibe.