Apple picking, CEO chaos, and pure aegyo energy — the Running Man July 5 episode is shaping up to be an absolute must-watch for every (G)I-DLE fan.
On June 28, the popular SBS variety show aired a sneak peek of next week’s episode, which will feature (G)I-DLE’s Miyeon and Minnie as guests. And from the looks of the preview alone, the duo is bringing their full chaotic charm to one of Korea’s longest-running variety programmes. soompi
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What to Expect from the Episode
The preview begins by explaining the theme of the episode: the Running Man cast members are playing the roles of “once successful CEOs” whose businesses have since gone under. Enter Miyeon and Minnie as their unlikely saviours.
Minnie invites the cast to stay at her resort — seemingly referring to her family’s resort in Thailand — adding, “Let’s film Running Man there!” The Thailand resort flex? Completely iconic.
The real highlight, though, comes when host Yu Jae Seok gets involved. Yu Jae Seok asks Miyeon whether Minnie is younger than her, and Miyeon responds with playful aegyo — which Yu Jae Seok immediately imitates. Miyeon then clarifies directly to camera, “We’re the same age.” Already one of the best moments of the preview.
The clip also shows the (G)I-DLE members and the Running Man cast picking apples as day labourers in a rural village, with Minnie and Ji Suk Jin sneaking bites of the fresh apples while the cast calls Ji Suk Jin out for eating instead of picking. Ji Suk Jin being caught red-handed is the kind of classic Running Man energy we never get tired of. soompi
Episode At a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Show | Running Man (SBS) |
| Special Guests | Miyeon & Minnie ((G)I-DLE) |
| Air Date | July 5, 2026 |
| Air Time | 6:10 PM KST |
| Episode Theme | Failed CEO rescue mission |
| Location Hint | Rural apple orchard + possible Thailand resort |
Why This Episode Is a Big Deal
(G)I-DLE members appearing on variety shows always generates massive buzz — and for good reason. The group’s natural chemistry and unfiltered personalities translate brilliantly to unscripted television. Running Man, which has been on air since 2010, is one of the most iconic variety formats in Korean entertainment history, making any guest appearance a milestone moment for fans.
Miyeon and Minnie together on the same show is the kind of fan service that feels genuinely warm and spontaneous — not staged. The preview is already proving that.
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FAQs
Q: When does the Miyeon and Minnie episode of Running Man air?
The episode featuring (G)I-DLE’s Miyeon and Minnie airs on July 5, 2026, at 6:10 PM KST on SBS.
Q: What is the theme of the Running Man episode with (G)I-DLE?
The cast plays fallen CEOs in crisis, with Miyeon and Minnie arriving to “rescue” them — including a chaotic detour to a rural apple orchard where Ji Suk Jin gets caught snacking instead of working.
