Kim Dae-ho Reveals Why He Left MBC and His Journey to Freelancing Success

Kim Dae-ho, who recently remodeled a house next to a $200,000 property in a hillside neighborhood, has opened up about his reasons for leaving MBC. After departing from MBC in February last year, Kim transitioned to freelancing, reportedly increasing his earnings by 100 to 150 times.

In the 13th episode of MBN's 'Kim Joo-ha's Day & Night,' Kim Dae-ho and Kim Kwang-kyu share various anecdotes related to the upcoming show 'Legend of the Unknown.' Kim Kwang-kyu, one of the judges on 'Legend of the Unknown,' teases the audience with a mention of his song "Open Sesame" and a surprising comment about a contestant's abs, causing a stir on set. As MC Kim Dae-ho nervously remarks, "My hands are sweating...", viewers are eager to see the ripple effect of Kim Kwang-kyu's shocking statement.

Kim Dae-ho, who left MBC after 14 years to pursue freelancing, candidly reveals the much-speculated reasons behind his departure. He reflects on his decision, saying, "Leaving could be an option in my life," resonating with many.

Kim Dae-ho also shares a story from his early career when he joined MBC through the 'New Employee' program, overcoming a 1836:1 competition ratio. Just three years into his tenure, he experienced burnout and wrote his first resignation letter after receiving harsh criticism from a producer while filling in for a fellow announcer on the radio. Fortunately, the resignation was not processed, allowing him to continue working for another decade. This behind-the-scenes story of his first resignation letter piques interest.

When asked about his marriage plans, Kim Dae-ho clarifies that he is not against marriage, stating, "I don't feel the need to rush, but if I meet the right person, I won't hesitate." He adds, "A fortune teller said I would definitely meet someone before I turn 50," expressing his ongoing hope for romance and marriage. Kim Dae-ho humorously attributes his preference for 'natural encounters' to a traumatic blind date experience 15 years ago, sparking curiosity about his amusing dating story.

The production team expressed gratitude to Kim Dae-ho and Kim Kwang-kyu for their candidness, saying, "We are thankful for their honest and straightforward storytelling. Look forward to the 13th episode to witness their fantastic chemistry before the broadcast of 'Legend of the Unknown.'"

Meanwhile, MBN's talk show 'Kim Joo-ha's Day & Night' airs every Saturday at 9:40 PM.

Kim Se-ah, TenAsia Reporter haesmik@tenasia.co.kr