The Game Caterers X JYP special premiered with explosive entertainment, as 40 JYP Entertainment artists united in the most hilarious way possible—by creatively bending every rule and collectively “gaslighting” legendary producer Na Young-seok into accepting their questionable victories.
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The Game Caterers X JYP Episode 1 Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Air Date (Korea) | October 22, 2025 (tvN) |
| YouTube Release | October 23, 2025 |
| Participants | 40 JYP artists across 11 teams |
| Host | PD Na Young-seok |
| Prize Money | 100 million won |
| Main Challenge | ‘Sipoya’ game – defend dinner table |
| Notable Moment | Company-wide teamwork to “cheat” |
| JYP Motto Referenced | “Truth, Sincerity, Humility” (ironically) |
The Hilarious “Cheating” Scandal
Despite JYP Entertainment’s official motto of “Truth, Sincerity, Humility,” Episode 1 revealed something delightfully different: an entire company of artists working together to bend, twist, and creatively interpret every rule in their favor.
The Sipoya Challenge tasked 11 teams with defending a complete dinner table through three rounds while veteran PD Na Young-seok scrutinized their every move. What followed was comedy gold.
Fans couldn’t contain their amusement: “If Game Caterers is anything to go by, JYPE is a company full of CHEATERS. I can’t believe they’re all helping each other cheat lmfao.”
The best part? It worked. Despite PD Na’s eagle-eyed monitoring, the artists successfully supported each other through questionable calls, strategic protests, and collective gaslighting that left viewers laughing hysterically.
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Memorable Moments That Had Fans Reeling
TWICE’s Flag Controversy: The group was flagged for misfolding a flag, but PD Na let it slide, explaining the flag “moved slowly”—a justification that had everyone questioning the rules.
Donghwa’s Pronunciation Defense: When Donghwa mispronounced a name, senior artists (sunbaenims) immediately jumped to his defense, convincing PD Na to accept the answer despite the obvious error.
Changbin’s Judge Role: Stray Kids’ Changbin acted as an impromptu judge while ITZY’s Chaeryeong attempted a subtle fruit bribe—only to be busted by TWICE’s Jihyo and Jeongyeon in a hilarious moment of inter-group policing.
ITZY’s Drink Disaster: A measurement error cut ITZY’s drink supply by 3 liters instead of 500ml, which only sharp-eyed Ryujin noticed—showcasing the attention to detail these artists maintain even while “cheating.”
Hyunjin’s Michael Jackson Moment: When Stray Kids’ Hyunjin correctly guessed Michael Jackson, NMIXX’s Haewon’s reaction sent everyone into laughter.
Dowoon Under Fire: DAY6’s Dowoon faced playful criticism for a wrong answer, with NMIXX’s Sullyoon jokingly pointing out “the game hadn’t even started.”
These moments perfectly captured the family-like atmosphere within JYP Entertainment, where artists across generations support each other unconditionally.
Park Jin-young’s Awkward Yet Endearing Presence
Company founder Park Jin-young became the episode’s unexpected star, navigating the complicated dynamics of being both “boss” and “big brother” to his artists.
The Horizontal Relationship Debate: When Park entered, 2PM’s Jang Wooyoung shouted, “Guys, Jin-young hyung is here!” prompting PD Na to tease: “Didn’t you say your relationship was horizontal? The kids aren’t saying anything.”
Park awkwardly acknowledged the tension, with Wooyoung adding, “It could have been an equal relationship, but ever since you became the chairman…” referencing Park’s recent appointment as co-chairman of the Presidential Committee on Popular Culture Exchange.
The Name Game: Artists address him differently based on generation:
- 2PM’s Nichkhun jokingly said “Uncle”
- TWICE’s Jihyo formally called him “Producer”
- Xdinary Heroes used “Hyung-nim” (respectful older brother)
The 1990s Rule: Park revealed that when JYP launched, he established that artists born in the 1990s or later shouldn’t call him ‘oppa’ or ‘hyung’ to maintain professionalism. However, he admitted with a smile, “There are quite a few boys who ignore that and call me ‘hyung’ anyway.”
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The Full JYP Family Lineup
Episode 1 featured an impressive cross-generational roster demonstrating JYP’s multi-era success:
Veteran Groups: 2PM, DAY6 Global Superstars: TWICE, Stray Kids Current Generation: ITZY, Xdinary Heroes, NMIXX International Acts: NiziU (Japan-based) Rising Stars: NEXZ, KickFlip Leadership: Park Jin-young (founder)
This 40-member gathering showcased the unique family culture that distinguishes JYP from other K-pop companies—where competition takes a backseat to collective success.
Why Fans Love the “Cheating”
Rather than criticizing the rule-bending, fans embraced it as evidence of JYP’s positive internal culture. The playful “gaslighting” of PD Na demonstrated:
✓ Strong inter-group relationships across generations ✓ Senior artists protecting junior members ✓ Collaborative spirit over individual glory ✓ Comfortable, authentic interactions on camera ✓ Company culture that prioritizes family over hierarchy
One fan perfectly captured the sentiment: “Others are enjoying the playful family banter on The Game Caterers X JYP.”
What’s Next?
Episode 2 airs on tvN on October 29, 2025, at 10:30 PM KST, with YouTube release following on October 30. The next installment promises even more chaos with a 40-member Random Play Dance battle spanning a record-breaking 30 rounds.
International fans can watch the full episode on YouTube channel fullmoon (@15ya_egg) at 9:00 AM KST on October 30.
FAQs
Q: What made The Game Caterers X JYP Episode 1 so entertaining?
Episode 1 became instantly iconic for showing all 40 JYP artists collectively “cheating” and supporting each other throughout the challenges. Despite the company motto of “Truth, Sincerity, Humility,” artists worked together to bend rules, defend questionable calls, and playfully “gaslight” PD Na Young-seok into accepting their victories. Highlights included TWICE’s flag controversy, Changbin acting as judge while Chaeryeong attempted bribes, and company-wide teamwork that had fans laughing about JYPE being “a company full of cheaters” in the most endearing way possible.
Q: How do JYP artists address company founder Park Jin-young?
The relationship is charmingly complicated. Park Jin-young established a rule that artists born in the 1990s and later shouldn’t call him ‘oppa’ or ‘hyung’ to maintain professionalism, though many ignore this. Different groups use various titles: 2PM’s Nichkhun jokingly said “Uncle,” TWICE’s Jihyo called him “Producer,” and Xdinary Heroes used “Hyung-nim.” This mixed approach reflects JYP’s unique culture balancing professional hierarchy with family-like closeness, especially highlighted when Park became co-chairman of the Presidential Committee on Popular Culture Exchange.
