"Running Man' fans will be glad to know that their favorite show will still air despite the previous controversies and cancellation issues. Song Ji Hyo's agency verified the news about the about the December 22 report telling of the show's resumed filming on Christmas Day, December 25.
Soompi reported that "Running Man" has sufficient footage for the Christmas Day televise. Their usual filming routine will return in a maximum of two or three days starting next year. Earlier, the show has canceled its slated shooting for December 19.
At the same time, 'SBS Entertainment Awards' will also air on December 25 leaving viewers wondering how the filming for the variety show will manage throughout the huge award ceremony's itinerary. Also according to allkpop, 'Running Man' finale episode will be aired in February.
"Running Man" previously has been entangled in some controversies regarding the exit revelation of Kim Jong Kook and Song Ji Hyo from the show. Because of the issue, the management held an emergency meeting and agreed to end the variety show in February. Additionally, both Kim Jong Kook and Song Ji Hyo will still be included in the last episodes together with the rest of the members while announcing that their talent fees will become a donation.
Meanwhile, a source leaked the identity of the person who decided to kick out Kim Jong Kook and Song Ji Hyo from the variety show was none other than the producer himself, Gong Hee Chul. Fans did not anticipate the sudden decision of the said producer and were in shock learning of two celebrities' exit from the show.
There were diverse reactions but in the end, all sympathy went to the two persons who had no idea that they were removed and why. The members who were left talked about the issues among themselves and learned that the show will end in February after airing for 7 years.
