Kim Jong-kook's Secretive Marriage Sparks Mixed Reactions Among Fans

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Singer and TV personality Kim Jong-kook's recent comments about his marriage have sparked diverse reactions among viewers. Known for being private about his wife, Kim has been sharing stories about his marriage and newlywed life on various shows.

Kim Jong-kook's wedding was held in utmost secrecy. Last September, he quietly married a non-celebrity in a private ceremony in Seoul. The guest list was limited to family and a few close celebrity friends, with strict security measures in place, including a ban on managers. No photos from the wedding have been released to the public.

Even his close friend, TV host Yoo Jae-suk, was taken aback by the level of secrecy. Yoo jokingly remarked, “Even Ronaldo's wedding was more public than this. You won't even reveal who the bride is? It's the world's most secretive wedding.” This highlights Kim's cautious approach to sharing information about his marriage and wife.

However, post-marriage, Kim Jong-kook has been more open about his wedding preparations and newlywed life on various platforms. Details such as the size of his reportedly $60 million home, the wedding venue, and how he informed friends about his marriage have been shared on shows like SBS's 'My Little Old Boy', 'Running Man', and on YouTube. Recently, he also discussed his relationship and differences with his wife on KBS's 'Problem Child in House'.

This shift contrasts with his earlier stance, leading to mixed opinions among viewers. While he was once sensitive to personal questions, he now seems more at ease discussing his marriage. Some see this as a natural progression over time.

Nonetheless, some are puzzled by the change from his previous protective stance over his non-celebrity wife to now using his marriage as content for shows. Before marriage, Kim was known for creating buzz with 'flirting concepts' with various female co-stars on variety shows. Now, his married life has become a new point of interest.

Kim Jong-kook's candidness about his marriage satisfies viewers' curiosity but also raises questions about the extent of exposure for his non-celebrity wife. It remains to be seen how Kim will balance public disclosure with family privacy in the future.

Ryu Ye-ji, TenAsia Reporter ryuperstar@tenasia.co.kr