Fromis_9’s Park Ji-won to serve as sole MC

A new format of satirical entertainment exploring current affairs is being unveiled. Gonari-dol: NEW STEP is described as a spin-off created by the producers of Gonari-ja, presenting an idol version that weighs in on current affairs with a light touch. TVING has positioned the show within its News category, signaling a move to broaden the boundary between news and entertainment.

TVING plans to release new episodes every Tuesday at 7 a.m., starting with today’s premiere. The first episode went live in TVING’s News tab, with fresh installments following on a weekly basis. The program centers on educational and social issues, aiming to blend light curiosity with deeper exploration through an idol-led format.

Park Ji-won of Fromis_9 is set to be the sole MC for Gonari-dol: NEW STEP. The production team describes the concept as one where idols actively engage in societal topics, offering a fresh, accessible perspective that resonates with the MZ generation. Through this approach, the show aspires to add nuance to topics that might feel heavy, while maintaining a lighter, engaging tone.

Gonari-dol: NEW STEP comprises 16 episodes in total, and today marks the inaugural release. Viewers can expect a new ep, each Tuesday morning, as TVING continues to expand its lineup of science, current affairs, and pop culture content presented through a youthful, music-forward lens.