“Don’t walk, RUN!” Finally, after years of waiting, the event every Runner has dreamed of is happening! RUNNING MAN celebrates a decade of laughter with Filipino fans this April!

Time surely flew fast as in 2023, we are already marking Running Man‘s 13th anniversary since airing its first episode on July 11, 2010, and introducing Yoo Jae Suk, Ji Suk Jin, Kim Jong Kook, Gary, Haha, Lee Kwang Soo, and Song Joong Ki as the cast of then-SBS’s newest variety show.

That same year, we got to welcome Song Ji Hyo into the bunch, giving us another side of the actress we don’t often see on TV. Although only for a short while, we also got to embrace After School’s Lizzy as the maknae of the show. The years also saw us saying goodbye to Song Joong Ki in 2011, to Gary in 2016, and to Lee Kwangsoo in 2021. But the family did not shrink, it grew, as we welcome Jeon So Min and Yang Se Chan as the newest members of the team in 2017.

More ten years after, Running Man remains solid in its position as one of the most popular Korean entertainment show. As we start our countdown to only seven days before the members of Running Man make their long-awaited debut on the Philippine concert stage, allow us to celebrate the decade (and more) we shared with them in this list of 10 things we love about Running Man.

READ: Running Man “A Decade Of Laughter” Tour In Manila To Be Held In April

#1 The Team Spirit

When we talk about Running Man, we cannot miss talking about the members’ team spirit. Probably one of the reasons why the show went on for a solid decade is because of the chemistry of the cast — and the staff. We love how each member has found his or her place in the team and how the members work together to bring each other up and the show to another fun level.

We have witnessed great teamwork in every episode and it has also been highlighted a lot of times in episodes where they team up together — against the guests or the staff.

#2 Our Nation’s MC: Yoo Jae Suk

Yoo Jae Suk leads Running Man with great passion (like all his shows) because our Nation’s MC is truly dedicated to bringing out the best program for every viewer. We learn of behind-the-scene stories on how passionate our Yoo-ruce Willis is and we have seen that transpire in the show where he is not afraid to get dirty, look stupid, or be teased.

He also helps the members shine in their own spotlight and relieve the awkwardness of guests through his funny antics and superb MCing.

#3 Our Big-Nosed Hyung-nim: Ji Suk Jin

Ji Suk Jin may not be the most athletic member of the show, but we appreciate his cute running and his gullible personality that brings so much joy to the program. Our impala has his own brand of comedy that we enjoy so much and we constantly root for his triumph.

We can’t imagine Running Man without our race starter and his cute interactions with his dongsaeng who look out for him sweetly.

#4 Our Sparta-Kook: Kim Jong Kook

Our strong commander Kim Jong Kook is our role model in keeping us healthy with his discipline workout and diet. But more so, he is our adorable Kookie who inspires us to appreciate our families above all.

He may be seen bossing the members around and being the strict leader, but we know it’s all love and fun for the members — those bickering our gold, to be honest. Ten years have passed, but our Mr. Capable continues to be the strongest for all of us.

#5 Our One and Only Haroro: Haha

We started Running Man with Haha being the team’s playboy, gushing about his crush on the show’s guest. But as approach the program’s tenth anniversary, our Haroro is no longer the little kid (but sometimes it still shows) who is all naughty and playful. He has become a devoted husband to Byul and a loving father to his three children.

We love to have witnessed the growth of our Ha-Rad Pitt in the last decade and to have been part of his incredible career — in variety shows and music.

#6 Our Pretty Mong Ji: Song Ji Hyo

Filipino fans may have known her as the talented ballet dancer, Min Hyo Rin, in the South Korean drama Princess Hours, but Running Man showed us how humble and simple our Goddess of Luck is in real life — from going about her day without make-up or fixing her hair to sleeping comfortably anywhere.

The past ten years showed us how Song Ji Hyo has lived up to her nickname as the Ace as she bravely takes on challenges and missions.

#7 Our Love Prosecutor: Jeon So Min

Running Man also introduced us to actress Jeon So Min who immediately won our hearts with her charming personality and pretty smile. She is willing to ride along to the playful antics of her fellow cast members and she also goes all out when it comes to the missions.

We truly adore her big smile! Our clumsy and cute So Min is a refreshing addition to the bunch.

#8 Our Strawberry Yang: Yang Se Chan

Almost two decades into the industry, our strawberry Yang has proven himself as a reliable person when it comes to bringing out the laughter in everyone.

His wit and humor add another layer of flavor to the show. Although he is the emerging unlucky guy, he brings in luck for all the viewers who need the laughter.

#9 Our Cherished Family Members

We will forever be thankful to Running Man for introducing us to the gems and forever family members Song Joong Ki, Lizzy, Gary, and Lee Kwang Soo. We have seen them transform from timid members to the glowing artists they have become today. We may have had to say goodbye to them in the show, but Running Man will always be family.

#10 The Missions And The Name Tag Legacy

Running Man went all out in creating creative and exciting games and missions! Through the years, the show has continued to innovate and enhance the quality of its missions, giving us fresh ideas each time.

But of course, when we talk about games, we can’t miss the races and the iconic Name Tag Elimination game — that intense race that got us gritting our teeth in suspense especially when bells are involved.

With a superb team composed of individually amazing people and made extra fun with all the exciting missions, Running Man has gifted us with a decade of laughter and memories that we will definitely treasure for a lifetime.

And on April 1, we are ready to create more fun memories as the members make their debut on the Philippine concert stage at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

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RUNNING MAN: A DECADE OF LAUGHTER IN MANILA is presented by SBS, PULP Live World, and Happee Hour.