Sunim Sonim: Soul Trip in India Episode 2

Pomnyun Sunim and the guests continue their unpredictable journey through India as they begin adapting to the country’s unfamiliar rhythms, even giving up sleep and basic comforts along the way. Faced with India’s notoriously difficult overnight train system, Lee Joo Bin becomes visibly nervous at the overwhelming sight of the packed nighttime train. Unsure of what awaits her, she embarks on an honest and emotional journey filled with equal parts fear and anticipation. During the ride, she shares a heartfelt one-on-one conversation with Pomnyun Sunim, opening up about the struggles she faced during her ten years as an aspiring actress. Meanwhile, under the same sky but on a completely different route, Noh Hong Chul, Lee Sang Yoon, and Lee Ki Taek set off on a grueling 12-hour bus ride. Feeling as though they are being dragged somewhere against their will, the trio eventually arrives at Bodh Gaya, Buddhism’s most sacred site. At the sacred Mahabodhi Temple, where Buddha is said to have attained enlightenment, the guests begin an intensive spiritual experience. Standing before the towering temple, which rises over 50 meters high, they are left overwhelmed by its powerful presence. Regardless of religion, the group finds themselves drawn into a mysterious moment of connection as they press their heads against the great temple in silent communion. As if witnessing a miracle of the holy land itself, the guests watch leaves begin to sway the moment they make their wishes. And when Noh Hong Chul calls out with such sincerity, it almost seems as though the Buddha answers back. Completely captivated by India, the guests continue their deeply moving and unexpectedly spiritual second day of the journey. (Source: Korean = SBS || Translation = kisskh)