Lee Kwang Soo Leaving Running Man: Kang Han Na and Kim Ji Suk to Replace Him?

News of the so-called Prince of Asia leaving Running Man still devastated many fans who love both the celebrity and the show. However, a recent post in an online community dedicated to the show was uploaded, with the title, “2 celebrities who are in the running to become Running Man’s new member,” gaining massive attention that the two would replace Lee Kwang Soo on the Running Man show.

Fans Reaction on Lee Kwang Soo Leaving Running Man

Fans are still getting used to the fact that there will be no more Prince of Asia on Running Man starting next month.

me thinking abt watching Running Man without Lee Kwang soo#RunningMan pic.twitter.com/dToGFpthZZ
— ً (@kfxngrl) May 21, 2021

just realize that next week is Lee Kwang Soo’s final episode on RM 🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲 now im hurt hurt
— amira 🇵🇸 (@fineamiraa) May 22, 2021

Kang Han Na and Kim Ji Suk to Replace Lee Kwang Soo as Running Man New Members?

The two celebrities believed to be joining the show are Kang Han Na and Kim Ji Suk. However, there was no statement released by Running Man saying that these two would really replace Lee Kwang Soo.

Kang Han Na and Kim Ji Suk had impressed viewers with their acting skills and variety show capabilities when the two made guest appearances on the show. Kim Ji Suk’s name was reported as the first name circulating as one of Running Man new members, followed by Kang Han Na.

Kang Han Na has previously appeared on Running Man as a guest several times. For each appearance, she managed to catch the viewers’ hearts due to her natural comedic traits. The original post stated that Running Man fans expected Kang Han Na to be one of Running Man new members, even when it may be difficult because the celebrity has a tight schedule.

Still, according to the community post, SBS funE was reported to have already prepared for a Kang Han Na Running Man Special.

While these two celebrities would be a great cast for Running Man new members, there is still no official statement from the show confirming this rumor.

Why Lee Kwang Soo Leaving Running Man?

After 11 years of magnificent work, the so-called Prince of Asia is leaving Running Man is inevitable now. The reason why Lee Kwang Soo leaving Running Man is because of his injury due to a car accident that happened on February 15, 2020. He was diagnosed with a fracture in his right ankle, making it difficult for him to keep up with Running Man activities. That is why Lee Kwang Soo decided to leave the show and take some time to recover.

Stay healthy and happy, Lee Kwang Soo! We will miss you so much!