SHINee's Minho and His Father Share Heartfelt Moments on 'I Live Alone'

The revelation of a '62 billion building owner' not giving allowance to parents shocked the members.

On the October 3rd episode of MBC's variety show 'I Live Alone', 'Flaming Charisma' Minho was seen supporting his father, a K-League soccer coach, while 'Baby Beast' Chef Kim Si-hyun learned 'herb cooking' from his culinary mentor in Tongyeong.

SHINee's Minho visited the soccer field to cheer for his father, Choi Yoon-kyum, the coach of the K-League team 'Yongin FC'. Everyone was surprised by the 'flaming charisma' his father exuded during training. Park Ji-hyun admired, "Father feels like a volcano." Minho prepared a coffee truck and fruit gifts for the players and his father, who smiled warmly at his son's surprise.

A shooting contest between the 'flaming duo' ensued. Minho, in sportswear, sparked his father's competitive spirit. The 'Idol Star Athletics Championships legend' Minho and 'field veteran' Coach Choi displayed their identical competitive streaks, bringing laughter. With experience and skill, the father scored first, prompting Minho to suggest a rematch, eventually winning and celebrating his victory. The Rainbow members humorously remarked, "Glad you beat your dad," causing laughter.

The 'flaming duo' shared a love as intense as their competitiveness. Minho gifted his father a sun stick, and his father proudly boasted about his dependable son at a local shop, bringing smiles. During dinner, their conversation revealed their deep affection for each other. Coach Choi expressed, "You said you wanted to have a positive influence through sports. I don't often say it, but I'm grateful and proud. You're the pride of our family, and hearing 'You raised him well' makes me happiest."

Minho confessed, "When asked who I want to be like, I always say my father. He praises me when I do well and scolds me when I fall short, helping me grow well. I still want to be his biggest fan and a dependable son." Jeon Hyun-moo expressed envy, saying, "I want a son like Minho," showing admiration for the 'flaming duo.'

The 'best moment' of the day was when Minho visited his father's accommodation for the first time. Shocked by the empty space, Minho shared, "I felt a pang. Thinking of him alone in that empty space made me feel sorry," conveying his heartfelt emotions. His careful observation of his father's space showed his deep love for him.

However, the mood shifted when the Rainbow members began a realistic 'parental allowance' discussion. Park Ji-hyun revealed, "My mom just wants cash. She doesn't need anything else, just money."

Kian84 shared his strategy, "You have to keep saying 'I'm struggling' and 'Where do I have money?'" Jeon Hyun-moo was shocked, exclaiming, "Don't call me unfilial. I was really surprised. This is how others see me," drawing a line. Minho also remarked, "This unfilial competition isn't easy," shaking his head.

By Taeyuna, TenAsia Reporter youyou@tenasia.co.kr