Series synopsis
Adventure by Accident, also known as 태어난 김에 세계일주 is a South Korean reality television series that premiered on MBC on December 11, 2022. It stars Kian84, Lee Si-eon, Pani Bottle and Dex.
Kian84 chose his own way to find his real self as he found himself having burnout and being stuck in a rut as he's been living the same life for over ten years. By a happy coincidence, Kian84 travels to South America, the other side of the world, with just a backpack with him. Joining him are Actor Lee Si Eon, who showed wonderful bromance in Home Alone, and Pani Bottle, a YouTuber who has over 1.36 million subscribers. Stay tuned to their unpredictable travelog in South America!
Premise
Kian84 chose his own way to find his real self as he found himself having burnout and being stuck in a rut as he's been living the same life for over ten years. By a happy coincidence, Kian84 travels to South America, the other side of the world, with just a backpack with him. Joining him are Actor Lee Si Eon, who showed wonderful bromance in Home Alone, and Pani Bottle, a YouTuber who has over 1.36 million subscribers. Stay tuned to their unpredictable travelog in South America!
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Kian84 as Self - Traveler
- Lee Si-eon as Self - Traveler
- Pani Bottle as Self - Traveler
- Dex as Self - Traveler
- Jang Do-yeon as Self - Panelist
- Simon Dominic as Self - Panelist
- Lee Seung-hoon as Self - Panelist
- Song Min-ho as Self - Panelist
Episodes
This series spans 5 seasons with 40 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 3 | January 24, 2023 | February 9, 2024 |
| Season 1 | 7 | December 11, 2022 | January 22, 2023 |
| Season 2 | 12 | June 11, 2023 | August 27, 2023 |
| Season 3 | 10 | November 26, 2023 | February 4, 2024 |
| Season 4 | 8 | May 11, 2025 | June 29, 2025 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | January 24, 2023 |
| 2 | Adventure by Accident 2 - Unreleased Footage Special | September 9, 2023 |
| 3 | Adventure by Accident 3 - Unreleased Footage Special | February 9, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Kian84 is notorious for being Mr. Unmotivated, or in other words, living his life as if he has no other reason besides the fact that he was born. He ends up setting off on a trip to the Amazon which he has wanted to do for a while. However, he has no other plans other than the beginning and end points of his journey. With a single backpack for his entire trip, he must survive in the Amazon. |
December 11, 2022 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Kian84 and Lee Si Eon set off on a fishing tour on the Amazon river and attempt to catch piranhas. Their tour guide invites them to stay at his family home, and Kian84 and Si Eon get a taste of the local cuisine. Some of it suits their tastes, but some foods are an absolute culture shock. Meanwhile, Kian84 and Si Eon head to their second destination in Peru. |
December 18, 2022 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Kian84 and Si Eon wake up in Cusco and decide to tour the city. However, as they keep spending time together, they realize their personalities and travel styles tend to clash. Just in time to ease the tension, Pani Bottle shows up and joins the trip. The three rent motorcycles and go on a journey to their next destination together. |
December 25, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | June 11, 2023 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | June 18, 2023 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | June 25, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Episode 1 | November 26, 2023 |
| 2 | Episode 2 | December 3, 2023 |
| 3 | Episode 3 | December 10, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 A new adventure begins on the Tea Horse Road! Kian84 sets off before the other members to arrive in Nepal. His adventure begins in the highlands, where he experiences the life of a Sherpa by carrying loads through the mountains and valleys. He also meets villagers on the way and befriends them. |
May 11, 2025 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 After Kian84 is done experiencing life as a Sherpa in the Himalayas, he reunites with Dex, Si Eon, and Pani Bottle. The four head to Pokhara and look for places to grab dinner. The next day, they entertain themselves at an amusement park, which to their surprise, is run manually. |
May 18, 2025 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 The Four Brothers arrive at the Gurkha Academy. Along with students who strive to become Gurkhas, they challenge themselves with tough physical exercise. Afterward, they take English and math classes and make friends along the way. Will they be able to survive the tough Gurkha preparation? |
May 25, 2025 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | MBC |
|---|---|
| First aired | December 11, 2022 |
| Last aired | June 29, 2025 |
| Status | continue |