Actor Kim Sung-soo (52) recently visited Park So-yoon's hometown.
On the March 26th episode of Channel A's 'Groom Class 2' (produced by Bae Han-soo and Lim Jung-kyu), Kim Sung-soo, who described his relationship with Park So-yoon as 'somewhat dating,' showed his dedication by traveling to Ulsan to meet her mother, captivating viewers.
Previously, Kim Sung-soo and Park So-yoon embarked on a two-day trip to Yeongdeok. On the second morning, after enjoying breakfast prepared by Park So-yoon, Kim headed to Ulsan. At the pork rib restaurant run by Park's mother, Kim nervously introduced himself and presented a gift of Parkdal crabs he had brought from Yeongdeok. However, when he asked Park's mother about her first hand-holding experience with her husband, she replied, "It was on our wedding day," leaving Kim flustered.
In response to the mother's conservative views on dating, Kim made a bold statement, "Actually, So-yoon and I spent a night in Yeongdeok," which caused her expression to harden. As customers entered, the mother busily worked in the kitchen, and Park So-yoon helped with serving. Observing the situation, Kim adeptly assisted with side dishes and engaged in small talk with the patrons, earning a smile from the mother.
Once the restaurant calmed down, Kim and Park enjoyed a meal together. The mother personally grilled pork ribs for them, and Kim sweetly offered her a wrapped bite. After the customers left, the three engaged in a heartfelt conversation. When the mother asked, "What do you like about my daughter?" Kim replied, "She resembles you in her cheerful demeanor and has a positive influence on me," creating a warm atmosphere. When Park briefly stepped away, the mother inquired if Kim was considering marriage.
Kim responded, "I believe marriage is about looking in the same direction. Right now, we're getting closer by facing each other." Touched by Kim's sincerity, the mother opened up, sharing, "So-yoon's father has been very ill, and I couldn't give my daughter much love while caring for him," shedding tears. She added, "I hope she receives the love I couldn't give from her husband," moving Kim deeply.
Kim promised, "I'll come back for more pork ribs," revealing his bucket list item of eating ten servings at Park's mother's restaurant. Park So-yoon expressed her gratitude as Kim departed for Seoul. She initiated a hug, marking their first embrace following their first hand-holding.
Meanwhile, the third episode of Channel A's 'Groom Class 2' will air on April 2nd at 10 PM.
Reporter Kim Se-ah, Ten Asia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr