In a special Lunar New Year episode of TV CHOSUN's variety show 'Joseon's Love', the couple Tae Jin-ah and Ok Kyung-yi reveal their changed daily life as they continue to battle dementia.
In a preview clip for the episode airing on the 16th, the couple makes their first appearance on the show in two years, marking the Lunar New Year. Before the video is shown, Hwang Bo-ra expresses her heartfelt wish, "I hope she has improved." However, the video reveals Ok Kyung-yi now using a wheelchair, a stark contrast to her condition two years ago, which shocks the viewers. Choi Sung-kook reacts with surprise, "(Ok Kyung-yi) is now using a wheelchair." Hwang Bo-ra also notes, "She wasn't using a wheelchair back then. She used to walk holding hands," expressing her sadness over Ok Kyung-yi's weakened state.
When the production team asks where they are headed, Tae Jin-ah, pushing his wife's wheelchair, replies, "We're going to the hospital," revealing that it is the day for Ok Kyung-yi's regular check-up as she enters her seventh year battling dementia. Watching the VCR, Kang Soo-ji comments, "She seems to have lost energy," contrasting her current state with her more energetic self two years ago. The exact details of Ok Kyung-yi's condition will be revealed in the full broadcast of 'Joseon's Love'.
The touching story of Tae Jin-ah and Ok Kyung-yi's enduring love amidst their struggle with dementia will air on 'Joseon's Love' on the 16th at 10 PM.
Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia bella@tenasia.co.kr