KBS2's 'Problem Child in House': Joo Woo-jae Reflects on His Model Debut, Kim Sook Shares Her Struggles

Joo Woo-jae, a host on KBS2's 'Problem Child in House,' proudly reflects on his unique model debut, while Kim Sook opens up about her struggles during her early career.

KBS2's variety show 'Problem Child in House' (referred to as 'Problem Child') features a group of individuals who gather in a rooftop room to become 'brainy' by tackling quirky quiz challenges amidst the flood of trivial knowledge in the world. The upcoming 305th episode, airing on the 12th, will feature Kim Hee-jung, an actress who spent 17 years in obscurity before rising to fame, and Park Jin-hee, a teen star born from the 'Whispering Corridors' series.

During the show, the hosts also reminisce about their own debuts and early struggles, sharing nostalgic stories. Joo Woo-jae, in particular, recalls his time as a model before becoming a TV personality, noting that he never experienced an obscure period, much to everyone's envy. He confidently states, "I had some recognition in the modeling world," with fellow host Yang Se-chan affirming, "Woo-jae was famous in the modeling scene," giving him a thumbs up.

In contrast, Kim Sook surprises everyone with her lengthy period of obscurity. She shares, "I had the longest period of being unknown here," reminiscing about entering the broadcasting world at 19 and only gaining recognition as the 'Slap Girl' at 27. Her close friend Hong Jin-kyung is shocked, exclaiming, "You debuted at 19?" Kim Sook also reveals, "Back then, comedians who worked as reporters were scolded by their seniors for doing so," sharing her struggles during her early career.

'Problem Child in House' airs every Thursday at 8:30 PM on KBS 2TV.

Reported by Kim Ji-won, TenAsia bella@tenasia.co.kr