After the huge success of Physical 100 Season 1, the variety show focusing on fitness is returning for a second season.
The reality show’s theme revolves around the 100 contestants who come from different backgrounds to participate in the rigorous games. In the grueling rounds of the show, each competes to know who has the perfect physique. The first season’s competitors were influencers, actors, reality TV stars, national athletes, and more. However, it was the modern martial artist Yoshihiro Akiyama, or ‘Sexy Yama,’ who garnered the most attention from the viewers.
However, cross-fitter Woo Jin-young, after winning the title of Physical 100 Season 1, took home a hefty amount of $230,000. Now, as the question arises who will win season 2 of Physical 100, let’s dive into further details of the upcoming Netflix show.
Physical 100 Season 2: Contestants, rules & more
Physical 100’s creator, Jang Ho-Gi, promises that season 2 will be much bigger and better than season 1. This year’s theme of the Korean reality show is an underground mine. The set will expand to create a large competition arena for competitors to face various challenges. The show’s creator is trying to keep the essence of season 1 but with new perspectives. The set design for season 2 will take inspiration from the 1950s and 1960s. While season 1 was made based on Greek mythology. As per Netflix, “The stakes are even higher, the challenges are even harder.”
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Jang Ho-Gi says, as per The Hollywood Reporter, “We are very grateful Physical: 100 received so much love from fans all across the globe, and we paid attention to all the comments and feedback.” He further added, “We decided to retain the essence of the show, finding the perfect physique while introducing fresh elements. This is our way of expressing our gratitude to the fans of the show.”
Physical 100 Season 2 will also feature 100 contestants, and it’s divided into five categories – The Warriors, National Athletes, It Body, Superstar Athletes, and Athletic Celebrities. The show’s competitors include athletes like Kim Dong-Hyun, the first Korean UFC fighter. Apart from him, gold medalists in judo, Lee Won-Hee Anthony Jung, and gold medalists in wrestling are also a part of it. Other than them, MMA fighter Young Ho-Seol, swimmer You In-Jung, speed skater Tae-bum Mo, and the list continues. The show will feature not only athletes, sports personnel, and bodybuilders, but also actors and artists.
Actors like Hyun Jin-Lee, Lee Jae-Yoon, Kwang Jae-Park, Justin Harvey, and Kyu Ho-Lee are divided into different categories but will be seen participating in the grueling rounds. In addition to them, many YouTubers, cosplayers, and singers will also compete with them.
Physical 100 Season 2: Release date & time
The new season of Physical 100 will premiere on March 19, 2024, at 3 am ET on Netflix. The viewers who loved season 1 of the Korean fitness reality show are waiting with bated breath to watch season 2.
From running on manual treadmills to facing one-on-one wrestling challenges, a full-out UFC octagon based on the choice of arenas, and more. This season is going to highlight the unexpected expectations. The show’s theme changes this year so that every competitor gets an advantage in their game. Now, we just have to wait and watch to know what will happen in the show.
Are you excited to enjoy the show? Stay tuned for more updates on Physical 100 Season 2.
