TV CHOSUN's variety show 'Joseon's Lovebirds' captivated audiences with the touching story of 45-year-old announcer Park Eun-young's pregnancy journey. Before giving birth, Park shared laughs with Jung Ju-ri and Jay Written in a candid '29+ talk'. Meanwhile, Ryu Si-won and his wife bonded with Yoon Jung-soo and Won Jin-seo, sharing honest conversations and strengthening their friendships. The episode achieved a nationwide viewership rating of 2.9%, peaking at 3.8% according to Nielsen Korea, making it the top-rated cable variety show.
On the episode aired on the 26th, Ryu Si-won and his wife Lee Ah-young, appearing on camera for the first time in six years of marriage, enjoyed a double date with Yoon Jung-soo and Won Jin-seo. Ryu shared, "My wife was born in '91, and I graduated in '91," finding comfort in the increasing number of couples with significant age differences. He humorously revealed his jealousy, saying, "Many men ask for her number, so I wanted people to know she's 'Ryu Si-won's wife'." Ryu also shared that his wife's stress relief method is solving math problems, leaving the 'math quitters' in awe.
Ryu's wife reminisced about her childhood dream of marrying 'Eun-hak', Ryu's character from the 1998 drama 'Paper Crane'. She shared the story of their first meeting amidst her family's concerns, with Ryu adding, "Now, they support me more than anyone." Yoon Jung-soo humorously recounted his in-laws' confusion over his past 'marriage' to Kim Sook, sparking laughter.
Ryu's wife also shared her decision to turn down a seven-year contract with an online lecture company to focus on family, moving Ryu to support her wholeheartedly. Ryu expressed his admiration, saying, "It was a tough opportunity to pass up, but I support her fully as her husband."
Announcer Park Eun-young, pregnant with her second child at 45, gathered with 'Odungi Mom' Jung Ju-ri and Jay Written before her delivery. Jung shared her 'natural birth' tips with Park, who was anxious due to her first child's breech birth. Jung humorously revealed her own surprise pregnancy and her nickname 'Juri Ranch', as she continues breastfeeding for a decade.
Jung also shared a story about living with a child-free couple before her fourth pregnancy, earning the nickname 'Love Bug' from her sister-in-law. Her candid '29+ talk' about her marriage left viewers in stitches.
On Park's delivery day, concerns arose as the baby was in a breech position, but after six hours, the baby turned, and the delivery began. Park's parents, listening live via earphones, were moved to tears as the baby's cries filled the room, leaving everyone emotional.
'Joseon's Lovebirds' airs every Monday at 10 PM.
Kim Ji-won, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr