Aiki: “I think living together before marriage is a wise move.”

MC Aiki of Channel A's cohabitation observation love story 'Cohabitation, Not Marriage' (hereinafter referred to as 'Conclusion') shared the reality, saying, "You may be cautious about the topic of cohabitation, but in fact, quite a few people around you are talking about it." She, who is also the mother of a 10-year-old daughter, revealed the reason for appearing on the show, saying, “As a married person, I was curious about what my generation’s friends think these days.”

On the 2nd, Aiki, the representative of the free 'MZ icon', said positively, saying, "I think cohabitation is 'a challenge for those who choose,'" and added, "It may be the next best and smartest way for people these days who are afraid and worried about getting married." revealed his thoughts.

Below is a no-holds-barred Q&A with Aiki, who will continue the more honest conversation with 'Conclusion'.

Q1. What was your first impression of the ‘Cohabitation, Not Marriage’ program?
- It was fresh. The topic of cohabitation may seem somewhat cautious, but in fact, quite a few people around us are doing it. I thought it would be fun as I felt, ‘Our society is becoming a lot more open.’

Q2. What was the biggest motivation behind your decision to appear?
- As a married person, I was curious. What do our generation's friends think these days? And I actually like looking at other people’s houses (laughs).

Q3. What were your thoughts on ‘cohabitation’?
- I have no experience with it, but I am very positive. If you think about it as the next best option for people these days who are afraid and worried about getting married, I think it is their wise method. If you don't try it, you won't know. I think cohabitation is a challenge for those who choose to live together.

Q4. Please tell us what you are most excited about and what you are most worried about about ‘cohabitation, not marriage’.
- I look forward to the emergence of a pretty couple that will change the perception of cohabitation. It's definitely an experience that someone else can go through, so it will be a good example for other couples who are thinking, 'Why not try it?'
What I'm worried about seems to be the reaction of the parents of the couples who appear in this program. Please understand.

Q5. What kind of chemistry do you expect to have with other MCs?
- Han Hye-jin and Lee Soo-hyuk are single, and I and Lee Yong-jin are married. I’m looking forward to seeing it from different perspectives. There may be some things I don't understand because I'm a 'real-life partner', but the various reactions are fun.

Q6. What would you like to say to the viewers of ‘Cohabitation, Not Marriage’?
- I hope you enjoy watching our novel program. Please give us a lot of rumors.

'Cohabitation, Not Marriage', an observational account of the cohabitation of real couples who are passionately in love between dating and marriage, will air episode 3 on February 6th at 9:10 PM, following the first and second consecutive broadcasts during the Lunar New Year holiday.

Taeyuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr