K-pop Idols on Variety Shows: BTS, BLACKPINK, BABYMONSTER, NCT & More
K-pop Idols on Variety Shows: BTS, BLACKPINK, BABYMONSTER, NCT & More
Looking for the best K-pop variety show clips? This guide collects official YouTube videos of BTS, BLACKPINK, BABYMONSTER, NCT, Stray Kids and SEVENTEEN on Running Man, Knowing Bros and US late-night TV, with a short note on each one and a Korean word to learn.
Fan-made guide by KVIBE IDOLS. Videos play from the broadcasters’ and artists’ official YouTube channels. Not affiliated with HYBE, YG, SM, JYP or the broadcasters.
BTS on Variety Shows
Tonight Show · Running Man · Run BTS!BTS are often called the best variety group in K-pop, and 2026 gave fans a lot to watch: a two-night Tonight Show takeover in March to launch ARIRANG, and the return of their own show, Run BTS! 2.0, on October 6. Below are official clips, from the newest to the classics fans still quote.
▶BTS Listen to “SWIM,” “2.0” and “NORMAL” and Explain Each Song
Back on The Tonight Show for the first time since 2021, the seven members play tracks from ARIRANG and talk through what each song means to them. A good starting point if you want the story behind the album the world tour is built on.
▶BTS Perform “SWIM” at Guggenheim New York
Filmed inside the Guggenheim’s spiral rotunda for the show’s two-night BTS takeover. It is the performance most fans share when they talk about the ARIRANG era on US TV.
▶Hide & Seek with BTS & Ashton Kutcher
James Corden turns the CBS studio lot into a giant game of hide and seek, with Ashton Kutcher on the seeking team. Pure chaos, very little Korean needed — an easy pick for friends who are new to BTS.
▶BTS vs Running Man: the box-carrying match
A classic clip from BTS’s guest visit to Running Man: a relay race carrying boxes, with both teams openly bending the rules. It shows why fans still call the group a “variety idol” team.
▶Kim Jong Kook Takes On BTS’s Choreography
Running Man’s strongman Kim Jong Kook tries to keep up with BTS’s dance moves while the members coach him. Short, funny and a nice look at how hard idol choreography really is.
▶Run BTS! 2022 Special Episode – “Fly BTS Fly” Part 2
An episode of Run BTS!, the group’s own variety series, free on their official channel. The new season, Run BTS! 2.0, began on October 6, 2026 with “BTS in Toronto” — find it on BANGTANTV and Weverse.
BLACKPINK on Variety Shows
Running Man · Knowing Bros · FallonBLACKPINK appear on variety less often, which makes each visit a big event. The two most searched are their Running Man appearances (the 2016 episode 330 and the 2020 full-group episode 525) and Knowing Bros episode 251.
▶JISOO × JENNIE × ROSÉ × LISA on Running Man – Episode 525 Highlights
All four members return to Running Man together for episode 525 (October 2020), their first full-group visit in years. If you search “BLACKPINK Running Man episode 525,” this is the official highlight reel.
▶Running Man Recap: “The Full Group Is Back After Three Years”
A shorter official recap of the same 2020 episode, cut into the best games and reactions. Watch this one if you only have ten minutes.
▶BLACKPINK’s First Running Man Entrance
The cast lose their composure when BLACKPINK walk in for their early Running Man appearance. Fans looking for the “BLACKPINK Running Man 2016 episode” usually start here.
▶JENNIE & Song Ji Hyo: the “Scaredy-Cat Sisters”
JENNIE and Song Ji Hyo team up during a guessing game and end up terrified of the same things. One of the most re-watched JENNIE solo variety moments.
▶BLACKPINK Perform “Lovesick Girls” on Knowing Bros
The group perform their then-new single in the Knowing Bros classroom set. Episode 251 aired in October 2020, during the promotions for THE ALBUM.
▶LISA’s “Crab Dance” on Knowing Bros
LISA shows an upgraded version of a Thai dance with a completely straight face, and the hosts cannot stop laughing. A fan favourite from the same 2020 episode.
▶Best of BLACKPINK on Knowing Bros (ENG)
An official English-subtitled compilation of BLACKPINK’s Knowing Bros appearances. The fastest way to see why the members are loved on Korean variety.
▶Try Not to Laugh Challenge with BLACKPINK
Jimmy Fallon and BLACKPINK take turns trying to make each other laugh with water in their mouths. Simple, silly and great for introducing non-K-pop friends to the group.
BABYMONSTER on Variety Shows
Knowing Bros · Running ManBABYMONSTER made their variety debut on Knowing Bros in April 2024 and have since visited Running Man twice — RAMI and RORA in November 2024, ASA and AHYEON in July 2025. These are the official clips behind searches like “BABYMONSTER Knowing Bros episode” and “eng sub.”
▶BABYMONSTER’s First TV Variety Show: Talent Time on Knowing Bros
BABYMONSTER’s first-ever variety show appearance, on Knowing Bros in April 2024. The members show off party tricks and the hosts quickly learn this is not a shy group.
▶BABYMONSTER Cover 2NE1’s “I AM THE BEST” on Knowing Bros
YG’s youngest girl group cover the label’s 2011 classic. It became one of the most-shared clips of the episode and a big reason people search “BABYMONSTER Knowing Bros.”
▶AHYEON Covers Charlie Puth’s “Dangerously”
AHYEON sings a solo cover live in the classroom set, and the hosts react in real time. Short and easy to share.
▶BABYMONSTER Performance Compilation on Knowing Bros
All the music from the episode in one place: “SHEESH,” “I AM THE BEST,” “Dangerously” and “DINOSAUR.”
▶BABYMONSTER’s K-BBQ Mukbang on Knowing Bros
The members eat Korean barbecue on set — a fun clip if you want to learn food words while you watch.
▶Running Man Preview: ASA & AHYEON in the Horror “Vacation” Special
SBS’s official preview for the episode with BABYMONSTER’s ASA and AHYEON and actor Joo Hyun Young, built around a “chilling vacation thriller” theme. RAMI and RORA had visited Running Man in November 2024.
NCT on Variety Shows
Knowing Bros · NCT 127 · JAEHYUNNCT have many units, so their variety moments are spread across shows. Recent news: JAEMIN and JENO, now the unit NCT JNJM, guested on tvN’s Amazing Saturday on March 14, 2026. Here are the official classics.
▶NCT 127’s JAEHYUN, TAEYONG & MARK on Knowing Bros (ENG)
An official English-subtitled cut of the three members’ best moments from their August 2020 visit. Good for new NCTzens who want to tell the members apart.
▶NCT on Knowing Bros: From Rookies to Pros
JTBC’s compilation puts NCT’s early Knowing Bros appearances next to later ones, so you can see how much the members have grown on variety.
▶JAEHYUN Sings “A Whole New World” on Knowing Bros
JAEHYUN sings the Aladdin duet live in the classroom set. A calm, vocal-focused clip that many fans save to playlists.
▶NCT 127 Play “Most Likely To”
Not a TV show, but an easy English-language game from Variety magazine: the members vote on who is most likely to Google themselves or give the best advice.
More Idols: Stray Kids & SEVENTEEN
Knowing Bros stagesTwo more groups whose Knowing Bros stages are worth a click.
▶Stray Kids Hit Song Medley on Knowing Bros
Stray Kids run through their hits from “S-Class” to “Chk Chk Boom” in one take. Pair it with our Stray Kids tour dates if you are planning a concert.
▶SEVENTEEN Performance Compilation on Knowing Bros
Every SEVENTEEN stage from their Knowing Bros visits in one video. A good watch while the group is on its military hiatus.
The Shows, Explained
What you are watching| Show | What it is |
|---|---|
| Running Man (SBS, since 2010) | A race-and-missions show. Guests join teams for games, chases and the famous name-tag ripping. Best for idols’ competitive side. |
| Knowing Bros (JTBC, since 2015) | Set in a fake high-school classroom. Guests play “transfer students,” answer quizzes about themselves and usually perform. Korean title: 아는 형님 (Aneun Hyeongnim). |
| Amazing Saturday (tvN, since 2018) | A song-lyrics dictation quiz with snack prizes. Idols often guest during comebacks. |
| Run BTS! (BANGTANTV / Weverse) | BTS’s own variety series. Season “2.0” began in October 2026 with episodes filmed on the ARIRANG world tour. |
| US late-night (NBC, CBS) | The Tonight Show and the former Late Late Show bring K-pop stars to English-speaking audiences with games and live stages. |
Where to Watch With English Subtitles
Official channels- Running Man: the official SBS channels (“Running Man,” “SBS Entertainment,” “SBS NOW”) post clips, many with English subtitles. Full episodes stream on licensed services that vary by country.
- Knowing Bros: JTBC’s global channel K-contents Voyage (formerly JTBC Voyage) posts subtitled clips; the Korean channel is “아는형님 Knowingbros.”
- Run BTS!: free on BANGTANTV and on Weverse.
- Tip: turn on YouTube’s CC button, and choose the clip versions marked [ENG] or (ENG SUB) on the official channels.
Learn Korean from variety captions
Korean variety shows put big, colourful captions on screen (자막, jamak). They repeat jokes in plain words, so they are great for learners. Start with the words under each video above, then try our K-pop Korean words dictionary.
Rappers, vocalists, a pansori duo, a dance coach and a Korean teacher — pick your bias.
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Quick answersWhat variety shows have BTS been on?
BTS have appeared on Korean shows such as Running Man (the full group in episode 300, 2016; Jin solo in 2022; V in 2023) and on US shows including The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and The Late Late Show with James Corden. They also have their own series, Run BTS!, which returned as Run BTS! 2.0 on October 6, 2026.
Is there a new BTS variety show in 2026?
Yes. Run BTS! 2.0 premiered on October 6, 2026 with “BTS in Toronto,” filmed during the ARIRANG world tour, with a second episode on October 11. It is on BANGTANTV and Weverse.
Which Running Man episodes have BLACKPINK?
The most searched are episode 330 (2016) and episode 525 (October 2020), when all four members appeared together. JENNIE has also guested on her own, including in 2018.
What episode of Knowing Bros is BABYMONSTER on?
BABYMONSTER’s first variety show was Knowing Bros episode 429, which aired in April 2024. Official English-subtitled clips are on JTBC’s K-contents Voyage channel.
Has BABYMONSTER been on Running Man?
Yes. RAMI and RORA guested in November 2024, and ASA and AHYEON appeared in a horror-themed episode in July 2025.
Where can I watch K-pop variety shows with English subtitles?
Start with the broadcasters’ official YouTube channels: SBS’s Running Man channels and JTBC’s K-contents Voyage for Knowing Bros. Full episodes are on licensed streaming services that differ by country.
What is Knowing Bros?
Knowing Bros (아는 형님) is a JTBC comedy show set in a mock classroom. Guests act as transfer students, answer quiz questions about themselves and often perform. It has aired since 2015.
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