On the May 8 episode of 'Radio Star', Song Il-gook, Oh Min-ae, Jung Si-ah, and KCM appeared.
According to Nielsen Korea on May 8, episode 913 of 'Radio Star' recorded a nationwide household rating of 4.2%, with a peak momentary rating of 5.9%, ranking first in both the 2049 demographic and household ratings in the same time slot. The 'best one minute' was reported during a scene where Oh Min-ae slapped the character played by IU in the drama, sharing that after filming the scene, he treated IU and Park Bo-gum to a meal.
First of all, Song Il-gook revealed the current state of the triplets, Daehan, Minguk, and Manse, who have become middle school students. The triplets, who have surpassed 180cm in height, now ask for omakase instead of conveyor belt sushi and are astonishing with their tremendous appetite, finishing a whole pizza and 10kg of rice in one meal.
Currently, Song Il-gook shared that with his wife working in Suncheon, he has become a 'lone father' caring for the triplets alone on weekdays. His struggles as a weary father resonated deeply, and he candidly conveyed the subtle distance with his children, noting, 'These days, the kids say not to talk about themselves on broadcasts,' revealing the delicate emotional lines between him and his children.
He reminisced about past memories with the triplets, mentioning that he frequently watches videos from those times, which touched the studio. He expressed, 'It feels like strangers are in our house,' conveying the emotions of a father with teenage children, and humorously added, 'My wife listens to me well, but the kids don't.' He reflected on special moments such as being the first to carry the Olympic torch and participating in a triathlon with the triplets.
Oh Min-ae appeared on the show with the title of her first talk show appearance in her 34-year acting career, garnering attention. 'It was my dream to appear on a variety show,' she began, reflecting on her journey as an actress that started on the theater stage and reminiscing about her peak through the drama 'When Life Gives You Tangerines.'
He left a strong impression on the nation playing the role of 'Gyeok-ok', the mother of Park Bo-gum. He sparked laughter by recalling the catchphrase, 'Park Bo-gum is an angel, and Gwan-sik is a dog.' The day's best moment showcased the filming episode of slapping IU, and the behind-the-scenes stories of group dinners with Park Bo-gum and IU revealed the true character of actress Oh Min-ae.
He shared his experience of being invited to the Chicago Film Festival with the film 'About My Daughter' and recounted how he received more questions about 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' while there, feeling the global popularity. He also shared an episode where his everyday speech transformed into the character's speech during filming, conveying his immersion in the Gyeok-ok character. Additionally, true to a variety show debut, he even performed an unexpected dance, earning praise from MC Jang Doyoun as a 'wonderful sister.'
Moreover, Oh Min-ae revealed her academically ambitious daily life, providing a new twist. 'After graduating middle school and dropping out of high school, I felt a significant deficiency in learning,' she said, adding that she passed the high school equivalency exam and graduated from the cultural studies department at an open university, even attending graduate school. She continued, 'The studies I began to quit acting became a hobby now,' sharing her busy schedule of taking English in the mornings, playing golf in the afternoons, participating in choir on Fridays, and dancing in a club on Sundays, which garnered surprise. She received applause when she said, 'I am living as a student Oh Min-ae, not actress Oh Min-ae.'
Jung Si-ah, true to her nickname 'Real Art Mom', candidly shared both her pride in her children and the challenges of parenting. She revealed that her son, known to be about 183cm tall, is currently an elite basketball player, while her daughter is a gifted art student attending a specialized middle school, leaving the studio in awe.
'Two of my daughter's paintings exhibited at the LA Art Show were sold,' she expressed her pride and also shared the reality of preparing for her entrance exam by sharpening 100 to 200 pencils daily. By revealing the story of how she prepared the pencils with the help of her father-in-law Baek Yoon-sik, it added warmth to the narrative.
Jung Si-ah humorously shared, 'I was worried the tax office might misunderstand when the motel bills were filed while traveling with my son for away games.' Thanks to her husband Baek Do-bin's full support in massage, cooking, and cleaning, she mentioned that at home, she is called 'Hwang Jung-min', leading with her unique wit. She also disclosed her unique parenting secret, stating that 'her son grew taller while eating pupae.'
Additionally, Jung Si-ah expressed a special interest in Minguk from the triplets. Having recently watched an interview video of the triplets, she shared, 'When asked what his dream was, Minguk said, 'These days, I think the societal problem is that one must go to college to be successful,' which I thought was so cool.' She added, 'I was impressed by how he was contemplating life's important values at such a young age, and I think he would get along well with my daughter Seo-woo,' revealing her humorous intent of considering him as a potential marriage candidate.
KCM opened up about his family story that he had hidden for 12 years, sharing heartfelt emotions. 'My first child was born during my military service, but I couldn't even register my marriage due to debt issues and lacked the courage,' he confessed, candidly recalling a time when he had extreme thoughts.
He also shared the story of his first meeting with his wife. 'She was a friend who was modeling in Japan. She was my friend's cousin, and I was introduced to her while she was trying to settle in Korea and looking for an agency,' he explained. 'I fell in love at first sight at the dining table and felt, 'I have to marry this person,' he said. He added that his wife's mother advised her to 'marry a hardworking man' after seeing KCM on 'Star Golden Bell', which led to their connection.
Notably, KCM revealed before introducing his grown daughter, 'My daughter said, 'Dad, it's okay. I understand you,' which gave me the courage to make this revelation.' He expressed his sense of responsibility and love for being a father with the words, 'I will feed and support her, even if it means digging up the ground,' and also shared updates on their wedding preparations.
KCM expressed regret, saying, 'Hiding my daughter is my biggest regret,' and also conveyed gratitude for the fans who observed him silently, even knowing his situation. Although he did not shed tears on air, there were moments that tugged at the heartstrings, and the stage dedicated to his daughter spoke volumes of his sincerity.
Meanwhile, the upcoming May 14 episode of 'Radio Star' is set to feature a special 'Great Chaos Stage' with guests Noh Sa-yeon, Hyun-young, Bibi, and Charles Enter.
[Photo] Jung Si-ah SNS, MBC
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