The wedding of comedian Shim Hyun-seop, who became a married man at 54 on 'The Lover of Joseon', is drawing attention for its unprecedented scale, with guests including actor Lee Byung-hun and 1,400 attendees.
On April 20, Shim Hyun-seop made his vows with a non-celebrity woman, Jeong Yeong-rim. The wedding was filled with laughter, emotion, and surprises, resulting in memorable moments befitting a legendary figure in comedy.
On the 12th, TV Chosun's 'The Lover of Joseon' aired, showcasing Shim Hyun-seop's wedding, where the role of the emcee, which garnered significant interest, remained undecided until the end. Shim Hyun-seop undertook 'covert operations' to invite actor Lee Byung-hun as the emcee, even visiting the filming location, but he was unable to speak up and had to turn back after meeting him. As a result, the emcee was not finalized until a week before the wedding.
At this point, his close friend Lee Cheon-soo stepped in. He comforted Shim Hyun-seop with the mentality of a soccer commentator, saying, "It's not over until it's over," and ultimately, a name tag reading 'Lee Byung-hun' appeared in the emcee waiting room.
However, the person revealed was not actor Lee Byung-hun, but director Lee Byung-hun, known as the '10 million director' for attracting 16 million viewers with the film 'Extreme Job'. Guests were briefly surprised, thinking "It's really Lee Byung-hun," but the cheerful hosting by Director Lee Byung-hun quickly lightened the atmosphere. Lee Cheon-soo expressed satisfaction, saying, "But it's the real Lee Byung-hun!"
And right then, a congratulatory video from the real actor Lee Byung-hun appeared, adding an emotional twist. Lee Byung-hun said, "I can't attend due to scheduling, but I sincerely congratulate you," adding, "Bride Jeong Yeong-rim, please take good care of my junior, who is lacking," warming the scene.
Most surprisingly, was the number of guests who attended that day. An astounding 1,400 guests were present, which is considered unprecedented in weddings revealed on variety shows.
The preview indicated that legendary stars such as Seol Woon-do and Shim Hyung-rae would also perform congratulatory songs, showcasing its momentum to rise to the level of a 'legendary wedding'.
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