First-Ever Paternity Test Request Shocks 'Divorce Retreat' Studio

A couple's unprecedented request for a paternity test on 'Divorce Retreat' left the studio in shock.

On the episode aired on the 2nd, JTBC's 'Divorce Retreat' introduced the story of an English teacher wife and her husband, who is an ordained pastor.

The couple has been in a common-law marriage for seven years, drawing attention due to their history of two broken engagements.

The wife expressed her dissatisfaction with her brother-in-law and sister-in-law issues. She was furious about her in-laws relying solely on her mother-in-law for childcare, stating, “Even though they are financially struggling, Mrs. Park (sister-in-law) does whatever she wants. She took a body profile photo shoot for self-realization, which cost ten million won.” Her husband countered, “My brother and sister-in-law do treat our mother well. The body profile was paid for as part of her work because she is very young,” but Seo Jang-hoon couldn't hide his disbelief.

The pivotal moment came when the wife demanded a paternity test. As she presented the results and declared, “I need to confirm paternity,” the studio was instantly taken aback. Seo Jang-hoon exclaimed, “In-laws, paternity test, what genre is this?” expressing his astonishment.

Throughout the process, the couple's past and conflicts were revealed. The wife had significant emotional scars from two previous broken engagements, while the husband seemed unable to fully comprehend and respond to the situation. As the tension escalated, Seo Jang-hoon and the participants empathized with the wife's situation and apologized, heightening the drama and engagement.

Reporter Na-yeon Cho, TenAsia nybluebook@tenasia.co.kr