The story of Kim Jong Kook rejecting Lee Min Jung's blind date proposal twice has been revealed, once again drawing 'suspicious eyes' toward him.
In the KBS 2TV entertainment show 'Problematic Men in Rooftop Rooms Season 2' that aired on the 29th, the chemistry between Kim Jong Kook and Lee Min Jung exploded.
On this day, Kim Jong Kook referred to Lee Min Jung as 'sister-in-law' and mentioned his unique friendship with Lee Byung Hun, saying, 'We have even eaten together in the U.S.' Lee Min Jung surprised the show with her remark that she had tried to actively arrange a blind date for him but that he had rejected it twice. Hong Jin Kyung noted, 'That brother (is dating someone),' raising sharp suspicions, and the atmosphere quickly turned suspect.
Kim Jong Kook explained, 'Blind dates are awkward. After-meet requests are burdensome,' expressing that he seeks natural encounters. However, Lee Min Jung countered, 'I tried to facilitate a natural meeting like Cupid, but you refused,' and they engaged in a 'spear and shield' debate. Ultimately, Kim Jong Kook laughed, seemingly flustered, saying, 'That situation was not natural,' while Lee Min Jung added, 'Anyway, that friend is living well now,' mentioning that the blind date partner is already married. In response, Kim Jong Kook said, 'I heard about it too. It was a friend I know. They went to a good place,' letting out a wry smile.
Meanwhile, Kim Jong Kook was also embroiled in the 'LA wife rumor' in the MBC variety show aired last year, in which comedian Hari Mu reported seeing him in California, raising suspicions, 'Does he possibly have a wife in LA?' Consequently, as Kim Jong Kook attempted to change the subject rather quickly, it drew even more suspicion.
At that time, he mumbled, 'I have to watch the video...' and when Jang Doyoun, who caught on, pressed, 'Why are you skipping so quickly?' he appeared even more flustered. Although Hari Mu added, 'He served as the MC due to an event,' bringing the incident to a close, the 'Kim Jong Kook romance mystery' still lingers among fans as a shadow.
Rejection of blind dates, LA sightings, and a painfully single life—Kim Jong Kook's love life remains shrouded in mystery. Will the suspicious gaze toward him ever be resolved?
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