Kim Yong-gun and Lee Young-ja Reunite After 30 Years on 'What to Do with the Leftovers'

Veteran actor Kim Yong-gun (79) and comedian Lee Young-ja (58) are set to reunite as an on-screen couple after 30 years.

On October 30th at 8 PM, tvN STORY's 'What to Do with the Leftovers' will air its 36th episode, featuring a special segment titled 'People of Geumchon House'. This episode will see the main cast members, including Lee Young-ja, Jung Sun-hee, Lim Chang-jung, and Kim Yong-gun, revisit the nostalgic filming locations of their past show.

In this episode, the cast will reminisce about the heartwarming memories from the 'People of Geumchon House' era, in a setting that seems frozen in time. Lee Young-ja, upon arriving in Geumchon, nostalgically remarks, "It reminds me of the old days." The episode will also reveal an unforgettable conversation about the on-screen kiss shared by Kim Yong-gun and Lee Young-ja, who played a married couple in the show. The preview shows the two affectionately calling each other "Young~" and "Gun~" and sharing a heartfelt hug.

The segment 'Hit Songs: What to Do with the Leftovers' will feature Lim Chang-jung performing his iconic songs live, along with stories from his life that resemble a movie. Reflecting on the explosive popularity of 'People of Geumchon House', Lim will share the story of winning a music award with his hit song 'Again Then', as well as the backstories of songs like 'Already to Me', inspired by his first love, and 'Dancing with Wolves', which he released while dreaming of becoming a dance singer.

Lee Young-ja, Jung Sun-hee, Lim Chang-jung, and Kim Yong-gun will visit the neighborhood where 'People of Geumchon House' was filmed, reuniting with the homeowners who generously provided their home for filming. The homeowners' hospitality, which included warm bedding and abundant food, will be highlighted, adding a touching element to the reunion.

By Tae Yuna, Ten Asia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr