MC Kim Gura, who divorced in 2015, shares the reasons behind his separation.
On the third episode of TV CHOSUN's reality show 'X's Private Life', airing at 10 PM on the 31st, the show will feature the 'fighting couple' Jin Hyun-geun and Gil Yeon-ju, who will reveal their extraordinary divorce process and what happened afterward.
As Jin Hyun-geun enters the studio, Kim Gura directly asks, “Why are you appearing on the show after going through so much?” Jin Hyun-geun explains his reason for appearing, saying, “I was curious about how my son was doing with his mother since I only see him briefly due to visitation rights,” which convinces the hosts. When Gil Yeon-ju appears in the VCR looking quite cheerful, Jin Hyun-geun immediately comments, “You spent a lot on hair and makeup,” making the hosts laugh. Gil Yeon-ju also shares her first meeting and love story with Jin Hyun-geun, smiling happily at first.
However, the mood soon shifts. Gil Yeon-ju reveals, “After getting pregnant before marriage, Jin Hyun-geun proposed, but his family refused to meet mine. My mom said it was a strange family and told me to end it there...” She confesses the hidden stories surrounding their marriage. She continues, “Debt collection notices started arriving from the last month of my pregnancy. It started at 3 million won and eventually became 50 million won,” expressing her frustration. Kim Gura empathizes, saying, “I understand what you mean. I also divorced over such issues, starting with 1 billion won,” sharing his own hidden story. During this, Kim Gura raises his voice for the first time, saying, “I really don't get it! It drives you crazy!” captivating the studio.
In response to Kim Gura's reaction, Jin Hyun-geun cautiously explains the situation regarding the debt, but Gil Yeon-ju emphasizes, “I lived on 400,000 won because of the debt. I paid back 1.5 million won every month for six years.” Listening to this, Jang Yoon-jung comments, “You said the marriage lasted six years,” and Jung Kyung-mi adds, “So you ended up paying off your husband's debt,” expressing sympathy. Gil Yeon-ju, who has been suffering from negative comments due to her portrayal on TV, reveals the different side of the 'fighting couple', which is expected to shock the studio.
Catch the full story on the third episode of TV CHOSUN's 'X's Private Life', airing at 10 PM on the 31st.
Kim Se-ah, TenAsia Reporter haesmik@tenasia.co.kr