Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won made a return to MBC's 'I Live Alone' after two years. However, his appearance on the show post-marriage left many viewers puzzled.

On the episode aired on the 27th, Jeon Hyun-moo met Cha Seo-won. The two met at a park where Cha, who holds a photography license, taught Jeon about different types of cameras and photography techniques.

Later, they visited Cha's 'hideout,' which was previously revealed on 'I Live Alone' two years ago. Located near Namyeong Station in Seoul, this place, known as 'Namyeong-gwan,' is now used by Cha as a practice studio and guesthouse. The duo spent time on the rooftop 'Nangddo Pocha,' enjoying simple dishes and drinks.
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
Cha Seo-won Returns to 'I Live Alone' After Marriage, Leaving Viewers Puzzled
True to his nickname 'Nangddo (Romantic Crazy),' Cha Seo-won continued to enjoy a romantic lifestyle. 'I Live Alone' is a reality show that highlights the lives of single-person households. While there's no rule against married individuals appearing as guests, it was peculiar that Cha was portrayed as if he were still single.

Cha Seo-won announced his marriage to Uhm Hyun-kyung in June 2023 while serving in the military, following her pregnancy announcement. The news surprised many as their relationship had not been publicized. The couple met on the tvN drama 'Miss Lee' in 2019 and later co-starred in MBC's 'The Second Husband,' eventually becoming a couple.

At the time, Cha stated, "I have found a wonderful partner in life. We started dating with good feelings and now we are thinking about marriage. Additionally, we have been blessed with a child. Although I still have much to learn, just the thought of becoming the head of a family has changed my perspective on life." He added, "Thanks to the unwavering support, I have been able to live as the actor 'Cha Seo-won.' I will continue to strive to be a good actor and a loving family man."

The couple welcomed a son in October last year. Due to Uhm's childbirth, Cha transitioned from active duty to reservist status and was discharged in May. Their wedding is planned for this year.

Despite these significant life changes, Cha's environment seemed unchanged from his appearance on 'I Live Alone' two years ago. He reintroduced his single-life home and spent a romantic evening with Jeon Hyun-moo, making it hard for viewers to recognize him as a husband and father.

Viewers expressed their confusion, saying, "Isn't Cha Seo-won married?", "Why is he on 'I Live Alone' if he's married?", "I thought I was mistaken," "No mention of his marriage in the studio," and "Doesn't he have a child? Why no mention of it?"

Kim Ji-won, TenAsia Reporter bella@tenasia.co.kr