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The Downside of Actors Appearing on Variety Shows: Lee Hee-jun and Lee Je-hoon's Struggles


Expressing self-pity, he said, "I feel sorry for myself having to eat within 15-20 minutes," a sentiment hard to relate to for many working individuals. His comments about eating rice and seaweed soup prepared by his wife every morning seemed inconsistent. Even when moved by Chef Choi Hyun-seok's dish, he repeatedly lamented, "I've lived so hard that I didn't know the taste," shedding tears that appeared exaggerated and unnatural.
The most controversial moment was his attitude towards Chef Kim Poong. When Kim Poong chose him, Lee Hee-jun failed to hide his displeasure and was disrespectful towards his dish. Even when Song Joong-ki reacted positively, Lee Hee-jun remained silent. Known for his stable acting skills, his appearance on 'Please Take Care of My Refrigerator' did not meet public expectations, negatively impacting his image.

Particularly, Lee Je-hoon's lack of life skills left viewers disappointed. At 40, his inability to make scrambled eggs sparked debate among viewers. Known for his independent film YouTube channel and charming appearances on variety shows, expectations for his life skills were high, which backfired.

Actors often appear on variety shows to showcase their true charm and connect with the public beyond their roles. Lee Hee-jun and Lee Je-hoon ventured into variety shows hoping for positive reactions but ended up revealing disappointing sides. This led to criticism that their appearances were "better left undone," highlighting the potential drawbacks of variety show appearances.