Retired Golf Star Se-ri Pak Reunites with Kim Seung-soo Amidst Fake Marriage Rumors

Retired golf legend Se-ri Pak is set to reunite with actor Kim Seung-soo on the 31st episode of tvN STORY's 'What Are You Going to Do with the Leftovers?' The episode, which airs during the Lunar New Year celebrations, will feature Kim Seung-soo as the fifth guest, joining previous visitors Lee Yoo-ri, Lee Dae-ho, Jung Ho-young, and Hwang Chi-yeul for a festive gathering. This marks the first reunion of Pak and Kim since fake news about their marriage surfaced, drawing significant attention.

The episode takes place at a countryside house in Yangpyeong, filled with memories from 'The Chairman's People.' The guests, including chef Jung Ho-young, enjoy a lavish feast featuring spicy braised short ribs with green onion kimchi, Se-ri Pak's fresh kimchi, and Lee Dae-ho's rice cake soup. The highlight is Lee Dae-ho's giant dumplings, which leave everyone, including Hwang Chi-yeul, in awe. Lee Yoo-ri adds a unique twist with a special sauce, creating new culinary memories.

In the second part of the Lunar New Year special, Kim Seung-soo surprises Lee Young-ja and Lee Yoo-ri by appearing as a store employee during their shopping trip. Known for his close friendship with Pak, Kim Seung-soo was previously embroiled in fake news about a romance with her. Lee Yoo-ri playfully confronts him, asking, "Do you like Se-ri?" Kim Seung-soo shares his frustration about the rumors, noting that no one believed his denials. Lee Young-ja humorously recalls being edited out of the romance rumor shorts.

Kim Seung-soo humorously apologizes to Se-ri Pak upon arriving at the house, and the group teases him in a playful 'prankster' mode. Under questioning, Kim Seung-soo reveals the truth behind his previous flirtatious comment, "baby," while Pak candidly shares her feelings at the time. The duo addresses the fake romance rumors and shares amusing anecdotes, including receiving congratulations for a marriage they knew nothing about. Pak sternly warns those spreading fake news, promising to reveal her real boyfriend when she has one.

The episode also features a culinary showcase with 'Gyeongsang Bros' Hwang Chi-yeul and Lee Dae-ho creating unique dishes like three-colored rice cakes and fried fish cakes. Chef Jung Ho-young shares his secret frying techniques, and Lee Dae-ho impresses as a 'frying genius.' The group shares heartfelt stories, with Chef Jung Ho-young tearfully recounting his challenging study abroad experience, leading to an emotional moment of mutual support.

'What Are You Going to Do with the Leftovers?' airs on January 23 at 8 PM on tvN STORY.

Reported by Kim Se-a, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr