The everyday life of soon-to-be-married couple Park Ha-na and Kim Tae-sool has been revealed for the first time.
On the June 30th episode of SBS's variety show 'Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny' (hereafter 'Same Bed, Different Dreams 2'), the metropolitan household rating rose to 3.6%, claiming the top spot among variety shows in the same time slot. The peak rating reached 4.8%.
The episode drew attention as it showcased the daily lives of Park Ha-na, a 22-year veteran actress, and Kim Tae-sool, a beloved star player in the basketball world. Park Ha-na expressed her affection, saying, "It feels like destiny. I feel like I've met the perfect partner who fits my heart," referring to each other as 'partner' and 'mate.'
Kim Tae-sool described Park Ha-na as "a very warm person, caring, and beautiful," making Park Ha-na smile. Park Ha-na reciprocated, saying, "My partner is very considerate, wise, and handsome," with eyes full of affection. The sweet atmosphere led MC Kim Sook to comment, "It seems like there are no different dreams so far."
The couple has set up their newlywed home in Park Ha-na's two-story house, living with three pet parrots. While 'culinary expert' Park Ha-na quickly prepared a homemade meal, Kim Tae-sool impressed by meticulously folding laundry. Park Ha-na praised Kim Tae-sool, saying, "This man is so lovable. I had a stereotype that athletes are stoic and masculine, but he's great at housekeeping," adding that she boasts to others about his skills. Basketball senior Seo Jang-hoon confirmed, "Kim Tae-sool is exceptionally good. Not everyone is like that," endorsing him as a 'top groom candidate.'
Park Ha-na showcased her culinary prowess by preparing a 12-dish meal in no time. She explained, "I can't stand lacking anything. Even when living alone, I prepare a hearty, healthy meal as a reward for myself," reflecting on her challenging childhood. Park Ha-na shared, "I think it might have left a void in me. Even when alone, I feel like I've succeeded when I prepare a grand meal."
Raised by her grandmother due to her busy parents, Park Ha-na added, "I had a fantasy about a harmonious family due to a lack of family warmth. I've long dreamed of having my own family." She continued, "Thanks to him, I laugh out loud once a day, and that's incredibly happy," evoking support and congratulations from viewers.
Kim Tae-sool, who was the youngest professional basketball coach and was dismissed after five months, opened up about his feelings for the first time. He spoke about the slump he faced in 2014 after moving to a new team with favorable conditions, enduring cold reactions. He shared, "Strangely, as the wounds healed, calluses formed, and those calluses became armor that protected me."
He revealed, "If there's a phrase that sustains me, it's 'Everything will be fine.' Even when the dismissal decision was made, I wasn't happy, but I knew it would pass, and I could succeed elsewhere, so it wasn't a big blow." Park Ha-na admired, "This was a moment that made me respect him. I don't think I could have stood up again," while Kim Tae-sool expressed, "Going through tough times together made me realize once again that Ha-na is a good person, strengthening our bond." Seo Jang-hoon emphasized, "Even with the dismissal, he receives his salary for the four-year contract period."
Kim Tae-sool prepared a proposal event. Despite its sincerity, the somewhat clumsy proposal led Park Ha-na to say, "I was expecting a touching proposal, but you'll do it again, right?" Kim Tae-sool, who often showed 'different dreams' with Park Ha-na regarding wedding expenses and gifts, humorously replied, "But doing it twice isn't efficient," drawing laughter.
By You Youna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr