'Trot Kingdom, Game of Thrones,' led by Lee Chan-won and Son Tae-jin, gained great popularity on the December 20th broadcast of KBS 2TV's 'Immortal Songs.' The episode aired under the theme '2025 Year-End Special - Trot Kingdom, Game of Thrones,' where Lee Chan-won and Son Tae-jin each led their teams in a battle to claim the throne. The program recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 6.2%, ranking first in its time slot. (According to Nielsen Korea)

The special broadcast began with a powerful opening by the two princes. Lee Chan-won chose Lee Sung-woo's 'Jinttobaegi,' showcasing the charm of traditional trot, while Son Tae-jin presented deep emotion and a sophisticated voice through Nam Jin's 'Sangsahwa.' The theme of the first round was 'Rival Battle Nam Jin VS Na Hoon-a,' featuring Shin Sung, Kim Junsu, Kim Suchan, and Hwanhee.

Shin Sung of the 'Traditional Trot Team' selected Nam Jin's 'Even If I Hate You, Once More,' demonstrating the essence of traditional trot with his poignant mid-low tone voice. In response, Kim Junsu of the 'New Trot Team' reinterpreted Na Hoon-a's 'Tess Hyung!' with traditional Korean music elements and a modern sensibility, surprising the panel of judges. Following this, Kim Suchan of the 'Traditional Trot Team' performed Nam Jin's 'Resume' with a dazzling fan performance, while Hwanhee of the 'New Trot Team' dominated the stage with charismatic vocals on Nam Jin's 'With You.'

Lee Chan-won displayed the classic comeback with Na Hoon-a's 'Going, Right?' and Son Tae-jin completed a high-class stage with Na Hoon-a's 'A Long Cloud Lying Over Time.' After a fierce competition, the first round victory went to the 'New Trot' team.

The theme of the second round was 'Group Singing Battle, Capture the Public's Heart!' This round transformed into a festive event. The duo of Heo Kyung-hwan and Giant Pink from the 'New Trot Team' showcased perfect chemistry across genres with Moon Sung-jae's 'Busan Seagull.' Yoon Soo-hyun of the 'Traditional Trot Team' delivered a powerful performance uniting with the audience through Yoon Soo-il's 'Apartment.' Son Tae-jin performed Seo Ju-kyung's 'Bold Woman' with a sophisticated arrangement, and Lee Chan-won presented a polished stage with Kim Soo-hee's 'Southbound Train.'

Notably, they delivered a dynamic performance supported by a cheerleading team including stunt cheerleader Chun Ji-ho. Ultimately, the 'Traditional Trot Team,' having captured the public's favor, won the second round, leveling the score at 1-1.

The third round proceeded under the theme 'Turn the Stage Upside Down!' Seventeen-year ballad singer Lee Chang-min chose Joo Hyun-mi's 'Wait a Moment,' elevating the festival's excitement with an outstanding performance that transcended genre limits and unwavering live vocals. In response, Na Sang-do delivered an unpredictable battle until the end with Kang Jin's 'Ddangbeol,' exuding a friendly charm that appealed to all generations and explosive energy.

This '2025 Year-End Special - Trot Kingdom, Game of Thrones' featured a legendary showdown between traditional trot and new trot to celebrate the year-end. The stages reinterpreting trot legends' masterpieces and the passionate performances uniting with the audience were conducted with distinct concepts, offering a grand scale and rich visual spectacle. As a result, it became a festival that heated up the year-end atmosphere.

With the first half ending in a tie and excitement at its peak, attention is focused on who will claim the sole throne between Lee Chan-won and Son Tae-jin in the second part of the '2025 Year-End Special - Trot Kingdom, Game of Thrones.' 'Immortal Songs' airs every week at 6:05 PM on KBS 2TV.