On the YouTube channel 'Village Chief Entertainment TV,' operated by ENA and SBS PLUS's 'I Am Solo,' a video titled 'The Secret of Mr. Kim's Beard Loved by Soon-ja from the 28th Season' was uploaded.
In the video, Mr. Kim and Soon-ja, who recently made headlines with their reunion, interacted with viewers.
Ok-soon from the 9th season led the interview by relaying fans' questions to Mr. Kim and Soon-ja. During the conversation, viewers noted a change in Mr. Kim's appearance, with specific questions about whether he had undergone an under-eye fat repositioning procedure.
Mr. Kim openly admitted to having the procedure, showing a cool attitude. Although Ok-soon intervened to avoid legal issues when asked for specific clinic details, Mr. Kim candidly confessed to having the procedure for appearance management, satisfying public curiosity.
Ok-soon noted the live chat reactions, mentioning that while Soon-ja received praise, Mr. Kim faced suggestions for beard removal and other blunt comments, adding humor to the scene.
Meanwhile, Soon-ja actively defended her partner Mr. Kim from the public's sharp evaluations, showcasing her deep affection. She emphasized, "No Korean man suits a beard as well as Mr. Kim," and expressed that he looks incredibly handsome to her.
Mr. Kim expressed satisfaction, saying, "As long as my beloved girlfriend says I look good, that's enough," despite the numerous opinions from others. The couple, who once faced a breakup crisis, demonstrated their strengthened relationship during the live session, capturing viewers' attention.
Reporter Chaeryeong Lim, Ten Asia syjj426@tenasia.co.kr