Hong Ja expressed frustration over the harsh criticism. Broadcaster Shin Dong-yup praised a current singer's performance of the legendary singer Na Hoon-a's "Tess-hyung!" on the 8th episode of MBN's "Active King 3," airing on February 10. Shin Dong-yup said, "The venue was truly chaotic," and expressed regret, "It's really unfortunate that the energy from the venue doesn't reach the viewers at home." He added, "If senior Na Hoon-a is watching, I wonder what expression he would have," giving high praise to the stage's completeness and weight.

Right after the performance, the masters publicly invited Na Hoon-a, saying, "Teacher Na Hoon-a, please come sometime!" Shin Dong-yup burst into laughter when a current singer immediately answered the masters' questions.

In this episode, Hong Ja and Kang Hye-yeon, who received harsh criticism in the first round of the third preliminary round, will seek to restore their honor in the second round "War of Fate." Hong Ja confessed, "I'm really in big trouble," feeling that all the efforts so far were in vain. Then, with a determined heart hoping to receive praise like "Only Hong Ja can do this," Hong Ja took the stage for the second round.

After suffering a large point gap defeat to Hong Ja and ranking 13th in the mid-term standings, Kang Hye-yeon expressed her disappointment, saying, "I think I was too careless. I feel like a fool. I was angry at myself." Kang Hye-yeon vowed to win, saying, "I want to perform with more confidence."

Attention is focused on whether Hong Ja and Kang Hye-yeon, considered top contenders for the championship, can secure a semifinal ticket through their all-out performances. The production team said, "In the 8th episode airing on the 10th, the final list of eliminated contestants from the third preliminary round and the final active singers advancing to the semifinals will be decided, intensifying the excitement," and added, "Please look forward to who will be the MVP of the third preliminary round following Cha Ji-yeon, Geum Jan-di, and Hong Ji-yoon."

The stages of Hong Ja and Kang Hye-yeon are receiving great attention from viewers, and their competition is expected to become even fiercer. As the broadcast progresses, all eyes will be on how their performances are evaluated.

In this episode, the masters' critiques and the atmosphere at the venue will also play an important role. As Shin Dong-yup mentioned, whether the energy from the venue can be conveyed to the viewers will be crucial.

Hong Ja and Kang Hye-yeon are each striving to showcase their unique colors on their respective stages, which is expected to bring great enjoyment to the viewers. Attention is focused on how their performances will affect their advancement to the semifinals.

The production team plans to provide viewers with tension and interest through the broadcast. The results of the third preliminary round are expected to have a significant impact on future competitions.

The competition between Hong Ja and Kang Hye-yeon can be interpreted not simply as a battle for rankings but as a process of musical identity and growth. Through this broadcast, they will have the opportunity to overcome their limits and show new possibilities.

This broadcast will be an important chapter that goes beyond a simple audition program, capturing the growth stories of the participants. Viewers will have the chance to emotionally connect through their performances.

Ultimately, "Active King 3" will go beyond a simple competition, with the musical journeys of the participants and the emotional lines in that process playing key roles. Because of this, the broadcast's ratings and buzz are expected to increase even more.

The stages of Hong Ja and Kang Hye-yeon will be an important opportunity to reveal their musical identities beyond mere competition. How their performances will be evaluated can be seen through the broadcast.