Park Bo Gum, Lee Sang Yi, and Ko Kyung Pyo encounter an unexpected language barrier at the new barbershop they are running in The Village Barber 2.
The Village Barber 2 is a variety show in which Park Bo Gum runs a barbershop in a small coastal town alongside his close friends Lee Sang Yi and Ko Kyung Pyo.
A teaser showing the business opening in Tongyeong
The newly released teaser offers a first look at how the trio opens their salon in Tongyeong and welcomes their first customers. After passing the national hairdressing exam on his second attempt, Park Bo Gum is now able to perform perm treatments himself, while Lee Sang Yi handles the manicure service. Meanwhile, the new cast member, Ko Kyung Pyo, takes care of customer service while adapting to the business's dynamics.
The Gyeongsang dialect puts the trio to the test
However, the three soon face an unexpected challenge: the Gyeongsang dialect spoken by the local residents. Unable to understand their customers, the stars end up visibly bewildered. Lee Sang Yi even admits with a laugh: I'm sorry, I didn't understand a single thing.
The teaser also includes a short quiz on the Tongyeong dialect, in which the trio is challenged to guess the meaning of local expressions such as paida, ibagu, and maengkki.
New roles for the second season
With Park Bo Gum now qualified to offer perm treatments and Ko Kyung Pyo bringing a fresh dynamic to the team, this second season will show the trio taking on new roles in managing the salon. Their attempts to adapt to the local language and culture are shaping up to be one of the season's main attractions.
The Village Barber 2 premiere date
The Village Barber 2 will premiere in November, although the exact date has not been detailed in the released teaser.
Frequently asked questions about The Village Barber 2
When does The Village Barber 2 premiere?
The show is scheduled to premiere in November, according to the released teaser, although an exact date has not yet been confirmed.
Who is in the cast of The Village Barber 2?
The show stars Park Bo Gum, Lee Sang Yi, and Ko Kyung Pyo, who run a barbershop together in Tongyeong.
What does each member do at the barbershop in The Village Barber 2?
Park Bo Gum performs perm treatments after passing the national hairdressing exam, Lee Sang Yi is in charge of manicure services, and Ko Kyung Pyo assists customers.
What is the main challenge they face in the second season?
According to the teaser, the trio has difficulty understanding the Gyeongsang dialect spoken by the residents of Tongyeong, which leads to moments of confusion with customers.
Where can you watch the first season of The Village Barber?
The first season of The Village Barber is available to watch on Viki.
