Ha Ji-won and Jang Young-ran Celebrate 22 Years of Friendship on New JTBC Show

Jang Young-ran proudly showcased her 22-year friendship with actress Ha Ji-won.

On the premiere of JTBC's new variety show 'Same Day Delivery to Our Home' on the 16th, Kim Sung-ryung, Ha Ji-won, Jang Young-ran, and Gabi received a house delivered to them on the same day.

The four members, who would be living together, gathered in one place. Jang Young-ran expressed her gratitude to actress Ha Ji-won, saying, "During my days as a reporter for 'Midnight TV Entertainment,' Ji-won was the MC. I am thankful to her. During my struggling days, when I didn't even have a separate waiting room and had to change in the bathroom, Ji-won called me over to change clothes together."

Ha Ji-won responded, "We're the same age and friends, so I thought it was the right thing to do," adding, "I was happy to do this variety show with Young-ran. I really missed her."

On the first night in the 20 million won house that Ha Ji-won ordered for same-day delivery, she prepared a surprise birthday party for Jang Young-ran. With princess-themed accessories and a lavish cake, Jang Young-ran was visibly moved.

Jang Young-ran expressed, "I'm truly touched," and made a wish, "Please let this be a big hit and keep us healthy." When Ha Ji-won handed her a 'small gift,' Jang Young-ran couldn't hold back her tears, saying, "Ji-won, why are you doing this?"

The letter from Ha Ji-won expressed her joy in celebrating Young-ran's birthday and wished her health and happiness. Embracing her close friend, Jang Young-ran shared, "Honestly, what moves me is that I've always lived as a B or C-list, and being here with Sung-ryung, Ji-won, and Gabi makes me so happy. Living each day to the fullest has led to moments like this. Being with two people I used to look up to feels like a dream."

In response to the members' praise, "Thank you for living well," Jang Young-ran revealed, "I've been active for 20 years, but people only recognized me at 43. Before that, I cried alone on the stairs and was often disregarded."

Ha Ji-won encouraged her, saying, "I worked hard too, but opportunities come to those who give their all. This moment is something you created. You deserve it." Gabi also cheered her on, saying, "You're always A-list," while Kim Sung-ryung expressed her affection, "You're not ordinary, raising kids well and working hard."

By Eun Jung Kim, TenAsia Reporter eun@tenasia.co.kr