Fans Hilariously React to Chef Ahn Sung-jae’s Appearance in Subway Commercial

Chef Ahn Sung-jae Stars in Subway’s Latest Advertisement

On November 4, 2024, Chef Ahn Sung-jae featured in a new Subway advertisement titled ‘Subway Ahnchang Beef Collection’, which was shared on the fast-food giant’s YouTube channel. In the advertisement, Chef Ahn evaluates one of the franchise’s sandwiches, offering his candid thoughts. He expressed satisfaction with the quality and price, stating:

“I think it’s quite satisfactory for a sandwich made by a franchise. If it’s this price and this quality, I think I’ll go and eat it from time to time.”

Public Reaction to the Advertisement

The advertisement quickly gained traction on social media, with fans sharing their humorous reactions. One viewer on platform X remarked:

“I don’t know why, but I’m laughing already when he appeared like that lol.”

Curiosity surrounding Chef Ahn’s endorsement deal was also prevalent among netizens. Many speculated about his potential earnings from the commercial, and some even suggested that this appearance could lead to acting opportunities in dramas or films:

“I wonder how much he is getting paid to endorse this,”a user reacted.

“I have never had Subway in Korea….yet! It’s always been on my list because of all their K-drama sponsorships, but this must be the sign to try it on my next trip,”another user shared.

Speculation about Future Opportunities

As viewers scrutinized Chef Ahn’s reactions while tasting the sandwich, many questioned whether he genuinely enjoyed it and speculated on his future in acting:

“Ahn Sung-jae: ‘I’m not a broadcaster and I don’t want to be a broadcaster’—also Ahn Sung-jae in doing ads: bro could pass as an actor, I know right,”a fan reacted.

“At this point, I think Ahn Sung-jae might even get acting jobs after this,”one fan shared.

A Glimpse into Chef Ahn’s Background

Ahn Sung-jae is a well-respected figure in South Korea’s culinary scene, born in 1982. He graduated from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Los Angeles and grew up in California, where his family operated a Chinese restaurant. His journey took a unique path; after serving in the U.S. Army as a mechanic, Ahn decided to pursue his passion for cooking instead of mechanics, leading to the establishment of his renowned restaurant, Mosu, which earned three Michelin stars in 2023 and 2024.

Recent Endeavors and Future Projects

Chef Ahn recently made headlines as one of the judges on the popular Netflix cooking competition series Culinary Class Wars. This show features a rigorous contest among 100 elite chefs divided into two teams: seasoned veterans (white spoons) and emerging talents (black spoons), all vying for a prize of 300 million Korean won. The show’s second season has already been confirmed and is set to air in 2025.

As Ahn Sung-jae continues to blend his culinary expertise with opportunities in media, fans and food enthusiasts alike eagerly anticipate what’s next for this dynamic chef.

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