I.O.I's Kim Sejeong and Kim Doyeon Reunite After 10 Years, Showcasing Unwavering Friendship

Former I.O.I members Kim Sejeong and Kim Doyeon have reunited after 10 years, showcasing their enduring friendship.

On the YouTube channel 'Babeunyoung' run by Chef Park Eun-young, a video titled 'Vote for Your Favorite Cartoon Meat: I.O.I's Kim Sejeong and Kim Doyeon Reunite After 10 Years to Make the Best Cartoon Meat' was uploaded.

In the video, Kim Sejeong and Kim Doyeon meet with Chef Park Eun-young to make and taste 'cartoon meat,' sharing their reflections and future plans.

The news of I.O.I's 10th-anniversary reunion particularly caught attention. Kim Sejeong revealed, "Thanks to Chung Ha unnie who called each member, we were able to come together," adding, "I felt it was a waste to leave our members buried in nostalgia." They reminisced about the sweat they shed in the practice room 10 years ago and spontaneously performed the choreography for their iconic song 'Pick Me,' heating up the atmosphere.

The two also engaged in a candid conversation about how they've changed over the past decade. Kim Sejeong admired Kim Doyeon, saying, "She used to be the epitome of innocence, but now she's a sophisticated woman with an aura worthy of Cannes." Kim Doyeon responded, "I used to see Sejeong unnie as a reliable adult, but now I realize she has a tender and timid side," highlighting their deeper understanding of each other.

The episode also highlighted the members' growth through economic independence and social experiences. Kim Doyeon humorously shared, "Seeing nine of us share a set of tteokbokki made me realize how professional we've become." She also recounted a funny episode during a music video shoot where she used whiskey to perform a daring act, raising expectations.

Towards the end of the video, Kim Sejeong sang a touching song with lyrics, 'Even if it hurts, we know each other so well, so let's say goodbye with a smile,' moving fans. The duo expressed their hope that I.O.I's reunion would be a joyful event rather than a sad farewell.

Meanwhile, Netflix's 'Black and White Chef: Culinary Class War' contestant 'Goddess of Chinese Cuisine' Chef Park Eun-young is set to marry at the Shilla Hotel in Jangchung-dong, Jung-gu. Her fiancé is known to be a doctor, drawing attention.

Reporter Chaeryeong Lim, Ten Asia syjj426@tenasia.co.kr