Actress Hwang Shin-hye, who divorced in 2005, has revealed that she kept the news of her divorce from her daughter.
'Living Together with Hwang Shin-hye' is a program that showcases the lives of single moms in the entertainment industry as they navigate raising children on their own.
In an effort to support her fellow single moms, Hwang Shin-hye invites psychologist Park Sang-mi to provide counseling. During the session, the single moms openly share their concerns. Jung Ga-eun recounts her daughter's habit of telling strangers about her absent father, while Jang Yoon-jung expresses her worries about whether her daughter's decision to remain single is related to her parents' divorce. Hwang Shin-hye recalls the moment her daughter, Jin-yi, discovered the divorce online and confessed that it was so difficult she felt like dying, bringing tears to Hwang's eyes. Park Sang-mi offers tailored solutions and comfort to the single moms.
The concerns of the single moms extend to their relationships with their own mothers. They discuss the harsh words exchanged with their closest family members and express regret, wondering why they can't treat their mothers as well as they do their daughters. Park Sang-mi advises them to think of their mothers as their own daughters with white hair. The session leaves viewers curious about how the single moms' mindsets might change.
On the night before the production announcement, the three women hold an emergency strategy meeting. As they discuss viewership pledges, words like 'bikini' and 'blind date' hint at an intriguing atmosphere. On the day of the announcement, Hwang Shin-hye, Jang Yoon-jung, and Jung Ga-eun prepare for anticipated questions from reporters. While considering guests they'd like to invite, Jang Yoon-jung recalls working with Im Sung-hoon on 'Live Nationwide Now.' They also mention Chow Yun-fat and Park Won-sook, raising expectations.
Meanwhile, announcer Lee Ye-won, who is hosting the production announcement, visits the three women and reveals an unexpected connection with Hwang Shin-hye.
Catch 'Living Together with Hwang Shin-hye' on KBS1 at 7:40 PM on Wednesday, the 28th.
Reporter: Kim Se-ah, Ten Asia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr