Peak Time is a new k-pop survival reality show launched by the JTBC network. It is an ongoing show which premiered on February 15, 2023. It is soon going to release the next episode. We are here to share the information about the release date, recap from the previous episode and where you can enjoy the episodes of Peak Time.
It is a male idol reality show featuring idols from different groups which faced problems during the pandemic and got disbanded. Being a rival show with Mnet Boys Planet, Peak time is getting popular among viewers. Peak Time has become the most talked-about show in the non-drama television series genre. In the show, boys compete under given names. It is an opportunity for them to debut again as a new male idol group.
Peak Time Episode 4: Synopsis
Peak Time is a survival show with a new concept in the K-pop industry. It is the first-ever show to hold group competitions for the project team. During the pandemic, many male groups faced difficulties. The groups that failed to achieve popularity despite having talented members. From losing the spotlight to being disbanded due to unexpected circumstances, many ex-idols still want to live their dream of being a singer. They were all invited to participate in the Peak Time open audition. This show allows those boys to showcase their skills and achieve their dream once more.
The format of the show is different from previous survival reality shows. Here, idols and trainees from different companies will compete with each other throughout the show by performing as groups. Through the open audition process, 23 teams got selected for the competition. The teams made to classified into Rookies, Boosters and Pause.
Rookies are newly formed groups that have received little attention. Boosters are idol groups that require more exposure to popularity and the spotlight. Pause consists of groups on extended breaks due to mandatory military service, inactive with no projects, and have lost their fans.
Apart from groups, some couldn’t participate with the whole group due to disbanding and came to the audition as solo singers. They can also compete with other teams in the show. Eight judges score the survival rounds. The group with scores ranging from 6 to 8 advances to the next round. Teams with fewer than three points disqualify from the competition. Those who got 4 and 5 are on hold until the next round.
For the show, the groups were assigned new names. They can reveal the original group name after eliminations. The judges have made a project group named Team 24:00. The winner will benefit from the prize money of 300 million Korean won. The winning team will release a full-length album with a global showcase and a concert arranged by Peak Time.
Peak Time Episode 4: Host
Lee Seung Gi hosts the show Peak Time. He is a popular name in the Korean industry. He is a famous singer, actor and entertainer. He has been actively working in the industry since 2004.
The judges consist of the prominent name from the k-pop industry, Cho Kyu Hyun (Super Junior), Jay Park, Tiffany Young, Lee Gi Kwang (Highlight), Kim Sung Gyu (Infinite), Ryan S Juhn, Song Min Ho and Moon Byul (Mamamoo). They are talented judges from their respective fields like songwriting, producing, singing, rapper and dancing. They will provide the teams will proper guidance and assistance throughout the show.
Peak Time Episode 4: Release date & Time
Peak Time show will release episode 4 on March 1, 2023. There are a total of ten episodes in this reality show. Every Wednesday, a new episode is aired at 10:30 pm KST. International viewers should refer to the time zone details mentioned below to watch the latest episodes on time.
- Eastern Standard Time: 8:30 am (March 1, 2023)
- Central Standard Time: 7:30 am (March 1, 2023)
- Pacific Standard Time: 5:30 am (March 1, 2023)
- Greenwich Mean Time: 1:30 pm (March 1, 2023)
- Indian Standard time: 7:00 pm (March 1, 2023)
- Thailand Time: 8:30 pm (March 1, 2023)
- China Standard Time: 9:30 pm (March 1, 2023)
- Japan Standard Time: 10:30 pm (March 1, 2023)
Peak Time Episode 4: Streaming Guide
The survival reality show ‘Peak Time’ can be viewed on the jTBC tv network in Korea. The show is also available on the jTBC website and Viki. The episode clips and performance videos are available on the JTBC music and JTBC Voyage YouTube channels. The episodes are openly accessible on the Viki app for global fans.
