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April 3, 2013
Comedians Kim Gi-ri, Shin Bo-ra Start Seeing Each Other
ChosunIlbo
Kim Gi-ri (left) and Shin Bo-ra
Comedians Kim Gi-ri and Shin Bo-ra have admitted that they are dating.
The two were recruited by KBS in 2010 and have been working together on KBS' comedy show "Gag Concert" since 2011.
"They have recently become romantically involved," their respective management agencies said in a press release.
"The two started going out at the end of December. They were close friends and became closer while doing the show together over two years and relied on each other to get through difficult times."
Kim has often mentioned that Shin is his ideal woman among all the female performers on "Gag Concert," and Shin said she is thankful for his support.
"He has supported me through hard times, and although I cannot pinpoint them exactly, he has many charms," Shin said through her agency. |
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April 3, 2013
Ryu Si-won Charged with Threatening Wife
ChosunIlbo
Actor Ryu Si-won has been charged with threatening his wife in the course of their divorce proceedings.
Police in Seoul's Gangnam district on Tuesday said Ryu's wife filed the charges against him and that the actor was questioned on Monday.
Police have now handed over the case to prosecutors. "We found that the threats did not concern disputes over alimony or child custody, but some of the charges were deemed genuine," a police spokesman said.
Ryu's agency denied the charges. It accused her of trying to gain an advantage in the divorce case by submitting in evidence an argument she had recorded years ago.
The two married in 2010, but Ryu's wife, a trained dancer nine years his junior, filed for divorce a couple of years later. |
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April 3, 2013
Kim Myung-min considering role in "Himalayas"
By Lee Sun-min Korea JoongAng Daily
Kim Myung-min is debating whether to take a lead role in a new movie named “Himalayas,” despite the local media reports earlier yesterday that said he had already accepted the offer to take the role.
The movie’s production team explained that officials there did send Kim a copy of the film’s scenario and people related to Kim said that they feel positive about Kim taking the role.
The team said that more details need to be discussed to finalize Kim’s appearance.
The movie is based on the real story of renowned mountain climber Um Hong-gil. Um climbed Mount Everest to recover the body of late climber Park Mu-taek as Park died during a climb there in 2005.
Kim has been offered to play Um’s character in the film.
The movie, after the cast is finalized, plans to start shooting in the second half of this year. |
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April 3, 2013
Kim stretches her acting chops
'Just like her [Jang Young], I don't express my emotions when I'm going through tough times'
By Han Jae-hee Korea JoongAng Daily
Kim Min-hee [JoongAng Ilbo]
Actress Kim Min-hee is famous for her coveted body and distinctive fashion sense. But those were not the only ways the actress wanted to be described. She always aspired to be recognized as an actress instead of just ?a fashion icon. Through numerous performances ?over a decade, she has proved her acting chops?. But it was not an easy journey for the model-turned-actress.
The 31-year-old first ?became famous as a cover girl in 1999. Thanks to her unique beauty, she had lucked into appearing on the hit drama “School 2” as a rebellious high school girl, wh?ich ?launched her to stardom. She enjoyed the popularity, appearing on ?TV dramas and movies. However, a string of poor acting performances brought her crushing reviews.
Despite harsh criticisms, Kim kept honing her acting skills and it ?paid off when she starred in the drama “Good-bye Solo” in 2006. ?Roles in other movies such as “Hellcats/ I Like It Hot” in 2007 and “Actresses” in 2009 helped solidify her career.
She ?kept ?stretching the limits of her acting range by playing a mysterious girl who disappears ahead of a wedding in last year’s psychological thriller, “Helpless,” in which she showed such a striking screen presence that she won the best actress award by Buil Film Awards last year.
Recently, the versatile movie star is earning rave reviews for her performance in the recently released movie “Degree of Love.”
“Degree of Love” tells the story about an on-and-off couple of three years. It’s not a typical romantic movie in which two leads unconditionally are devoted to each other. Instead, it brings reality into play. It is full of bickering, foul words and even physical fights, but sometimes sparking romance that makes viewers’ hearts flutter.
Ilgan Sports, an affiliate of Korea JoongAng Daily, recently sat down with the actress to talk about her latest movie.
Q. The character you played in the movie and your personality seem to have a lot in common.
A. Jang Young, the role I play, pretends to be strong to hide her weakness just as I do. So I could fully get into her while performing the character. But the attitude toward her boyfriend is totally different. For example, she gets back at her ex-boyfriend for trivial things but I don’t keep things inside.
What was it like to work with your co-star Lee Min-ki?
We got close very quickly, so I could work without any trouble. He is three years my junior and also my junior in the modeling field. So I felt comfortable with him. I guess he thinks the same way with me. [Laugh] I thought he is pure and innocent when I watched him on his drama. He actually is. He was a good partner.
You mostly wear no makeup in the movie. You must have put a lot of effort into taking care of your skin.
I tried to avoid wearing makeup so the character could be seen as a more real-life character. I have cared my skin for so long so I didn’t have to intensively care for my skin. But since I turned 30, I pay more attention. Actually, Min-ki asked me to drink together several times during the production. But I had to turn down his offer because of my skin. I feel sorry for him about that.
The romance film “Degree of Love” spotlights the ugly sides of relationships. Provided by Lotte Entertainment
There is a scene where you two exchange shots of alcohol. Did you really get drunk?
I did seven movies in 14 years after “School 2.” But in none of them I drank to better act. I know I could appear more realistic in drinking scenes if I actually drink. But I’m more concerned if it could harm the whole frame of the production. But I think it is worth giving it a try if I work with director Hong Sang-soo [who is known for a spontaneous filming style].
The physical fight scene is quite impressive.
It was hard to express externally while suppressing my emotion. It was not only mentally demanding work but physically exhausting. After all, it helps me to summon up the emotions. We were so immersed in the scene that my skin was chafed and bled while taking the scene.
Have you ever had fisticuffs with boyfriends?
No way, you know it’s not normal. Of course, it’s likely to happen if men start the fight.
Was there any particular scene you sympathize with your character?
Yes, when she has a meal with her family the day after the break-up. She spits out any random words to look fine. I sounded like I was speaking an unknown dialect. Just like her, I don’t express my emotions when I’m going through tough times. Sometimes I burst into tears when I feel like I’m being understood by someone. But the situation makes me more depressed. So I act as if there is nothing going on.
How was your bed scene?
I shot the scene without difficulty. What’s interesting is that we were not naked and it was not steamy. The director always put the actors’ emotions first and tried to bring the emotions into the lens. She delicately filmed the kisses and light touches. So it could be turned into a sweet bed scene. I love it.
Are you in a relationship?
I’m not involved in any relationship. Sometimes I want to get married, watching my friends getting married. But now I want to focus on building my career.
What strong point do you think you have?
I think I need to wait and see to confidently say something is my strong point. I don’t want to make up my image. I believe I will have my own virtue if I keep working. |
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April 4, 2013
Singer Im Chang-jung Files for Divorce
ChosunIlbo
Singer and actor Im Chang-jung filed for divorce at the Seoul Family Court on Monday after seven years of marriage to professional golfer Kim Hyun-joo, it emerged on Wednesday.
Lim and Kim tied the knot in 2006 and have three sons together.
Conflicts in the relationship reportedly grew more severe due to Im's busy filming schedule that kept him out of the house for extended periods of time.
Lim's agency blamed irreconcilable differences. |
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April 3, 2013
Stars Lee Seung-gi and Suzy
Singer-actor duo talk about working together on upcoming television drama
By Jean Oh The Korea Herald
Both Lee Seung-gi and Bae Sue-ji (a.k.a. Suzy) -- stars of MBC’s upcoming fantasy drama “Kangchi, the Beginning” -- boast a massive following.
Girl group member-and-actress Bae tweets to over 1.6 million followers, while singer-actor Lee is back to the small screen after a successful debut in Japan, where he dropped his first Japanese single and held a solo concert at Tokyo’s Nippon Budokan arena.
Now Lee and Bae are ready to tackle their first period piece in what looks like a surefire Monday-Tuesday night viewer ratings victory, especially with “A Gentleman’s Dignity” director Shin Woo-chul and “Bread, Love and Dreams” scriptwriter Kang Eun-kyung also on board.
“Kangchi, the Beginning” stars Bae Sue-ji (left) and Lee Seung-gi attend the drama’s press conference in Yeouido, Seoul on Tuesday. (MBC)
Then again, actress Kim Tae-hee is starring in SBS’ Monday-Tuesday night contender “Jang Ok-jeong” (working title) as the ill-fated Jang Hui-bin, giving rise to speculation over which of the two historical romances will come out on top when both start this coming Monday.
Despite Kim’s formidable star power, Miss A’s Bae seemed unruffled at the drama’s press conference in Yeouido, Seoul, on Tuesday, tossing out a lighthearted jest: “She is very beautiful, but I am younger.”
The 18-year-old K-pop idol then took a slightly more serious tack with, “I will work extra hard. Passion! That’s what I can bring to the table.”
Bae explained that as this is her third TV drama to date, she “prepared a lot for this role.”
“When I saw the script, I was immediately drawn to this tale of a demigod,” Bae revealed, adding that she was a little sorry she did not get to play the half-spirit, half-human lead herself.
While Bae’s heroine Dahm Yeol-wool may not have a demigoddess background, Bae was able to draw similarities between herself and her character.
“Yeo-wool is far from feminine,” said Bae, who connected to that aspect of her tomboy heroine. “When other kids were playing house, I grew up smashing objects with my hands and feet. You see, my father was head of a taekwondo school.”
Costar Lee praised Bae, saying, “She isn’t busy trying not to get hurt. She is tough and doesn’t complain.”
Indeed, Bae seems well suited for her turn as a Joseon-period martial arts instructor who crosses paths with a demigod, played by none other than singer-actor Lee.
Of his role as hero Choi Kang-chi, Lee said, “Up until now I felt like it was me, Lee Seung-gi, acting. I mean, how should I put it in words? I worked hard then, but now that is a given.”
Explaining that he sees his latest work as an opportunity to take his craft further, the 26-year-old actor said, “Now it hinges on the actor’s ability to interpret a role. I guess you could call this subtext.
“So, at the moment, I am focusing on how I will portray Choi Kang-chi.”
Lee looks like he will have his hands full playing a demigod whose action-packed struggles to become human are central to the series.
Then again, this is a star who has managed to successfully balance his work as an MC, actor and singer over the years, and who, according to news reports, even served as the inspiration for the character of Japanese author Banana Yoshimoto’s upcoming work.
“I am very honored,” Lee said of having a prominent author model a character after him.
Lee added, “Someone told me Yoshimoto was a fan of my work but I didn’t believe it at the time. I also heard that she watched my television dramas when she needed to rest and heal.”
“Kangchi, the Beginning” starts airing April 8 on Monday and Tuesday nights at 9:55 p.m. on MBC. |
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April 4, 2013
Korean films draw record audience in Q1
YonhapNews
SEOUL, April 4 (Yonhap) -- Homegrown films attracted a record-breaking number of moviegoers in the first quarter of this year, government data showed Thursday.
According to the Korean Film Council (KOFIC) that tracks official box-office figures, 38.45 million people went to see Korean films at local theaters in the first quarter of this year, the highest tally for a quarter.
The previous record was 37.22 million established in the third quarter of last year.
The audience record for the first quarter was up 53.9 percent from the same period last year.
Seven out of the top 10 best-selling tickets were for Korean films such as "Miracle in Cell No. 7," "The Berlin File," "New World" and "My Paparotti."
Boosted by the popularity of Korean films, 55.44 million tickets worth 406.3 billion won (US$361.5 million) were sold for all films screened at local theaters in the first quarter, which represents a 34.9 percent rise in attendance and 28.3 percent increase in sales from a year ago, according to the KOFIC.
"The first quarter has normally been an off-season. But this result came as watching movies has now become part of everyday life and the overall quality of Korean films has improved," the council said in a report.
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April 4, 2013
Psy's video among winners of U.S. prize
YonhapNews
SEOUL, April 4 (Yonhap) -- South Korean rapper Psy has been chosen as a winner of "the most disruptive innovation" award from an annual U.S. film festival for the video of his global hit, "Gangnam Style," according to the festival's Web site.
Psy was among the 19 recipients of the "2013 Tribeca Disruptive Innovation Awards" for pioneers across all fields, the U.S. Tribeca Film Festival said in a recent release posted on its Web site.
"With the first YouTube video to reach 1 billion views, South Korean pop artist Psy has become an ambassador for his country and a leading crossover artist, launching K-pop onto the international stage. His hit song 'Gangnam Style' is more than a catchy tune and dance sequence, it is a cultural phenomenon. It was ranked in the Yale Book of Quotations Top 10 Quotes of the Year," the release said.
The awards ceremony will be hosted by New York University Stern School of Business and will take place on April 26, it said.
Also among the honorees were legendary American choreographer Twyla Tharp and Forbes Magazine.
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April 4, 2013
Wonder Girls' Sunye tweets about pregnancy
By Lee Sun-min Korea JoongAng Daily
Sunye of Wonder Girls said she’s pregnant on her Twitter yesterday.
“[I] Respect all mothers that have experienced the miracle of life,” said she.
“A honeymoon baby was allowed for us.”
She added that it is safe to announce her pregnancy as she is now three months into it. Her agency JYP Entertainment denied an allegation that she might have gotten pregnant before her wedding.
Local media reports quoted officials at the agency as saying that it will be hard to expect Wonder Girls to get together within the year due to the leader’s pregnancy.
She married James Park, whom she met in Haiti while the latter was doing missionary work. They married in January and honeymooned in Maldives. |
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April 4, 2013
Graphics delay 'Huntresses' release
By Lee Sun-min Korea JoongAng Daily
Ha Ji-won’s new movie “The Huntresses” will hit theaters a little later than originally planned.
Although the comedy was previously scheduled to be released in May, distributor Showbox said that there would be a delay but did not provide a revised date.
“We are working to wrap up some details regarding computer graphics to make the movie more complete,” said an official at Showbox. “We have changed the company creating graphics in the middle and that may have caused delays.”
The film is about a female trio hunting for criminal suspects to win prize money in the Joseon Dynasty.
Ha plays Jinok, the leader of the three, while Kang Ye-won of “Tidal Wave” (2009) and “Fost Sweepers” (2012) plays the married huntress Hongdan. Ga-in of girl group Brown Eyed Girls takes the role of Gabi, who acts first then thinks.
Meanwhile, Ha pledged to donate all the proceeds she earns from her essay “At This Moment” to the KJ Choi Foundation to support artists in need. The scholarship fund was named Hartist after the actress. |
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April 5, 2013
Life is just rosy for rising star Lee Hi
By Lee Sun-min Korea JoongAng Daily
Rising K-pop star Lee Hi, who was a competitor on “K-Pop Star,” landed the top spot on the Billboard K-pop chart yesterday with “Rose.”
The song, released late last month, was written by Teddy, a former member of 1TYM. He also composed the melody in cooperation with Song Baek-kyung, also of 1TYM.
Lee delayed the release of her song by one week to finish the music video.
She divided her first solo album “First Love” into two parts. The title track “It’s Over” in the first half garnered nationwide attention and hit No. 1 on major music charts.
The first half was also recognized by Billboard as it was ranked third on the world album chart last month. In addition, it was in the top 10 albums on iTunes in the United States and Japan in the category for R&B and soul music.
The singer is also booked for a performance at Psy’s upcoming concert on April 13, where the rapper will perform his much-anticipated “Gentleman.” |
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April 5, 2013
Park Shin-hye to star in SBS drama
By Lee Sun-min Korea JoongAng Daily
Park Shin-hye of recent hit movie “Miracle in Cell No. 7” will take a leading role in an upcoming SBS drama tentatively named “One Who Wants to Wear a Crown Must Bear the Weight - The Heirs,” according to her agency SALT Entertainment.
Lee Min-ho, famous for his appearance in “Boys Over Flowers,” will be her counterpart in the drama written by Kim Eung-suk. Kim has written the scripts for numerous hits on SBS including “Gentlemen’s Dignity” last year, “Secret Garden” in 2010 and “Lovers in Paris” in 2004.
“I longed to work with Kim as I watch her charming work, and I’m so happy and excited to have my dream come true,” said Park.
Park is one of only a few Korean actresses to meet fans overseas recently. She traveled abroad after rising to fame in the drama “You’re Beautiful” (2009).
Last month, Park visited the Philippines and Japan to celebrate her 10th year in the business. She danced and sang from the soundtracks of her dramas. She will continue to Beijing and Shanghai in June. |
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April 6, 2013
Song Hye-kyo Basks in Latest Drama's Success
ChosunIlbo
"It was hard," actress Song Hye-kyo said of the finale for SBS TV drama "That Winter, the Wind Blows," in which she stars as a blind heiress of a large company. "Other actors were able to look at the ground and each other, but for my character, my eyes had to stay blank. Now it's weird for me to look straight into other people's eyes."
"That Winter, the Wind Blows" topped ratings from the second episode with an average of 14 percent viewership among dramas in the same time slot, according to AGB Nielsen Media Research.
Fans were attracted by Noh Hee-kyung's strong script and high-level cinematography made possible because eight episodes were already taped before the show first aired.
The success of the drama did not come without controversies, however. "Many asked why a blind people would wear high heels and makeup, even eyeliner," Song said. "But when I visited facilities for the blind and asked them, they told me that they also wear makeup and colorful clothing."
The actress was proud of her work's impact. "I read viewers' comments about the drama saying that they have come to have interest in the blind and that watching the drama has made them angry to see people look down on the disabled," she said.
"That Winter, the Wind Blows" was Song's first TV drama in five years since "Worlds Within" with KBS in 2008.
Song said she was dazed at such positive feedback on her acting skills, which she worked hard to improve. "I studied the script thoroughly with writer Noh and invested much time for the show, so I think I was able to depict my character's emotions with more depth," said Song.
When asked about her future plans, Song said she wants to work on some eccentric projects or in a new genre that she has never experienced before like thrillers. |
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April 7, 2013
Actor Lee Byung-hun's figurine to be made
The Korea Times
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A limited edition figurine of top Korean actor Lee Byung-hun’s character in “Gwanghae: The Man Who Became King” is to go into production.
The figure will be 12-inches-high and the first of its kind for a “hallyu” or Korean wave star. In the fourth-highest grossing Korean film, Lee played the dual role of King Gwanghae of the Joseon Kingdom (1392-1910) and as a humble acrobat who stands in for the monarch under threat.
Also known as the “Masquerade,” the 2012 film swept numerous awards at the 49th Grand Bell Awards, including best actor.
Lee also stars as Storm Shadow in director John Chu’s “G.I.Joe: Retaliation,” which is currently showing in Korean theaters. |
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April 7, 2013
Product exposure on TV gone too far
Stricter rules wanted for PPL
By Kwon Ji-youn The Korea Times
More and more television viewers are expressing irritation about the overexposure of firms products, brands and logos in the soap operas they sponsor.
Sometimes, I feel uneasy about such indirect ways of promoting products, said Lee Ji-eun, 22, a college student living in Seoul.
Lee was complaining about PPL, or product placements. PPL is a form of embedded marketing that raises brand awareness and product promotion through media exposure.
In 2010, the Broadcast Act was revised to allow the use of PPL.
Since then, PPL usage has become a huge advertising genre of its own, benefitting broadcasters, production agencies and corporations.
Lee is among a growing number of viewers who are sick of soaps whose producers and broadcasters abuse PPL to make money.
There is a fine line between product placements and direct advertisements, Lee said.
One of her favorite programs is That Winter, the Wind Blows, an SBS soap opera about an abandoned man and a blind woman, who together find hope in love.
That Winter, the Wind Blows crosses the line blatantly, Lee said.
PPL reduces engagement to the story. Its proof that the drama isnt real.
The drama was reprimanded by the Korea Communications Standards Commission (KCSC) for its overuse of PPL.
An MBC drama, I Miss You, about a man who searches for his first love, whom he had betrayed, was issued a warning for excessive PPL use, including the direct mention of a red ginseng brand name. It also received further disciplinary action against its production staff.
The KBS soap Iris 2 also received criticism about its use of PPL from viewers, but escaped an official warning.
Controlling PPL exposure
PPL exposure needs to be controlled but, with the changed law, it is a difficult task for the KCSC and the Central Radio Management Office (CRMO).
The law only regulates the time, number and process of PPL exposure.
According to the KCSC, logos cannot appear for longer than five percent of air time. Logos must also appear smaller than one-fourth of the screen.
Yoon Yeo-jean, secretary-general of the Center for Media Responsibility and Human Rights, finds the regulations vague.
PPL regulation has failed because the guidelines are unclear, she said.
For instance, even if logos cant exceed one-fourth of the screen, the product itself can. The definition and interpretation of logo is ambiguous.
Yoon said the difference between sponsorship and PPL marketing is beginning to blur.
Producers claim that theres nothing much that can be done.
Many outsourced productions try to bring more product placements into scenes to attract more sponsorship from businesses, said a producer.
To solve the problem, Rep. Choi Min-hee of the opposition Democratic United Party proposed a revision bill on March 26 designed to strictly regulate PPL overexposure.
The bill calls for the regulation of PPLs so they dont go into excessive detail about a products functions and advantages. If the bill is passed, the KCSC will have greater regulatory power on PPLs.
It also suggests violators be subject to fines of up to 30 million won ($26,600).
According to the bill, PPL exposure should be minimized so it has no effect on the content and form of programs, while producers must notify viewers if their programs include virtual or indirect advertisements.
A solution
Actress Song Hye-gyo, who plays the blind woman in That Winter, the Wind Blows, carefully applied lipstick in a recent scene, using her fingers to feel where her lip-line ended.
Her portrayal of a blind woman applying lipstick showed an everyday moment for a blind woman, and pushed a product for the cosmetic brand Song represents.
This product placement was effective ? this lipstick sold out within a day.
There were inquiries the next day about what shade the lipstick was and whether it was still in stock, a PR representative for Laneige said.
Were currently on our second advance order list.
Another soap opera, Queen of Ambition, about an ambitious woman who will do anything for power, promoted an up-and-coming coffee chain Droptop. In the TV series, Joo Da-hae, acted by Soo-ae, is named team manager of the coffee business.
Soo-aes appointment is critical in illustrating the extent of her ambition.
To some degree, soaps need some PPL to help cover part of the production costs, said Jin Jong-hoon, a culture critic. But producers should not use PPL recklessly and irresponsibly so that they avoid compromising the quality of programs and turning off viewers. |
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April 7, 2013
Zo ready to marry, but not settle down
By Moon Gwang-lip Korea JoongAng Daily
Zo In-sung said he wants to marry a woman he can lean on.
“It is true that the age to get married is coming, physically,” the 31-year-old actor told several local media outlets on Friday. “So, I am thinking a lot about marriage.”
Zo, who gained footing in the entertainment scene as a commercial model in 1998, had rarely talked about marriage before.
“Men are children to the end. ‘My mother says that she has raised three sons including my father,” said Zo, who has an elder brother.
“I want somebody that would adore me even if I am not mature, and someone whom I could lean on, rather than that who leans on me.”
Zo made a comeback as a television drama actor after nine years with SBS drama “That Winter, the Wind Blows” which ended last week.
He played a poker player falling in love with a blind woman played by Song Hye-gyo. |
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April 8, 2013
Doctor Suspended from Practice for False Ads Using Celebrities
ChosunIlbo
A Seoul district court on Saturday upheld the government's suspension of the license of an ophthalmologist who ran online ads giving the false impression that celebrities underwent surgery at his clinic.
The doctor, identified only by his surname "Uhm," filed a suit against the former health and welfare minister for suspending his license for two months. But the Seoul Administrative Court ruled that the false ads caused confusion among patients in choosing eye clinics.
Uhm featured photos of top actress Kim Tae-hee and other celebrities without their permission on his clinic's website from November of 2008 to February of 2010 making it appear as if they had underwent Lasik eye surgery there.
He was slapped with a W1 million (US$1=W1,132) court fine. |
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April 8, 2013
Actress E. Ji Ah involved in car accident with police
By Julie Jackson The Korea Herald
Actress E. Ji Ah (Lee Ji-ah) escaped unhurt when her car hit a police car at around 1 a.m. on Saturday morning.
The actress claimed that she had been drinking with friends and called a driver to take her home. On the way home, the driver got into an accident, hitting a police car with the actress’ Maserati sports car. No serious injuries were reported.
“This was a small accident that was a result of the driver’s inexperience,” said a representative of Lee’s agency in news reports. “Nobody was hurt.”
Lee’s driver claimed that he was inexperienced in driving the Italian sports car, which resulted in the accident that occurred in the Nonhyeon-dong area of Seoul.
The actress shocked the nation two years ago with the news of her nine-year secret marriage and subsequent divorce from singer Seo Taiji. |
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April 8, 2013
Jung Jun-ha drinks baby formula
By Lee Sun-min Korea JoongAng Daily
Comedian Jung Jun-ha gorged a bottle of liquid formula for the babies in a cable network show, “Miracle Story, Birth” yesterday and proved himself a big eater.
Jung, who recently became a father of a son, showed a particular interest in baby food and suggested he would try a bottled formula.
MC Yoon Son-ha tried to stop him but he finished the entire bottle.
“Now I know why babies eat this,” said Jung, satisfied with the taste.
Another MC Kim Tae-hun said that Jung may need to buy twice as much baby formula now.
The show was about how to be economical in purchasing baby products and 100 moms participated to talk about shopping tips. |
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