Lee Joo-bin (36) showcased her natural and unadorned charm in the first episode of the SBS variety show ‘Pomnyun Road: Monk and Guest’.
In the episode aired on the 19th, Lee Joo-bin’s journey to India unfolded after receiving an invitation from Venerable Pomnyun. Arriving in Kolkata at dawn, she appeared in a comfortable and simple outfit, creating a natural vibe. She sparked interest by revealing that she chose India over a planned trip to New York because she enjoys Venerable Pomnyun’s ‘Jumun-jeuk-seol’ and feels a connection to him, like a grandfather.
Lee Joo-bin showed her friendly side by asking hotel staff for local greetings and bravely trying various unfamiliar dishes at the breakfast buffet, saying, “I’m going to try everything one by one.” Her down-to-earth personality further shone when she decided to leave behind her makeup products to fit everything into a single ‘barang’ (bag), simply stating, “I just don’t have to wear makeup.”
While encountering the realities of street life and children begging in the market alleys, she didn’t just pass by but took a moment to reflect on her emotions. She opened up about her complex feelings, asking herself, “Is pity also for my own satisfaction and greed?” This moment resonated deeply as part of the program’s journey to find the “true self.”
Throughout the first episode, Lee Joo-bin filled the show with her bright and easy-going personality, her curiosity about an unfamiliar world, and her honest worries. The episode ended with a teaser of her boarding a train with Venerable Pomnyun, leaving fans curious about what’s next.
‘Pomnyun Road: Monk and Guest’ is a road variety show where Venerable Pomnyun and guests travel across India to find their “true self.” It airs every Tuesday at 9 PM.
