Jang Young, who has endured as an unknown actor, reveals his thoughts on marriage and having children, stating, "Right now, I am living for today."
Jang Young, son of Jang Gwang, who has endured a long time as an unknown actor, shared the weight of reality regarding marriage and children. His previously difficult relationship with his father is slowly changing through a sincere journey to connect, albeit late.
The 24th episode of TV Chosun's "Dad and Me Season 2" depicted the first camping trip taken by Jang Gwang and his son Jang Young.
Jang Gwang said, "I wanted to get closer to my son through this trip," as he prepared a camping car to head to Lend. The two also participated in a mudflat experience to reclaim the time they missed in their childhood. Jang Young cautiously voiced his feelings, wondering, "How would our atmosphere be now if I had built memories with Dad like that?" Jang Gwang also sincerely apologized, saying, "I feel sorry that I couldn't take you with me back then."
However, recovering their relationship was not easy. Like the "Omega-3 incident" 10 months ago, the wall built without usual conversation was solid. At that time, Jang Gwang entering the room without knocking sparked the conflict, and Jang Young acknowledged the awkwardness, saying, "We didn't even talk back then." Jang Young, who said their relationship had changed little by little through the filming, shared that "now we've become the kind of people who ask each other how we're doing."
Jang Gwang cautiously asked, "Is there nothing you want to do these days?" and the conversation naturally led to Jang Young's philosophy of life, as well as marriage and children. However, Jang Young expressed a realistic sentiment, saying, "Life hasn't gone as I wished. It's been a long time since I dreamed." For Jang Young, who has survived a long time as an unknown actor, marriage was more about reality than ideals. He candidly expressed his concerns, saying, "If I can't even buy a house, how can I raise a child?" and carefully drew the line on his father's question, stating that "Dating or marriage shouldn't be something that is forced."
Jang Gwang shared, "There were many moments where it seemed like he would become a son, but it didn't happen. It was heart-wrenching for me to watch that." A deep sense of regret toward his child was evident, and Jang Young also acknowledged his time, saying, "Just living for today is enough for me."
That night, the father and son lay together in a camping car for the first time in 30 years. Despite the awkward atmosphere, Jang Gwang said, "It was an overwhelming day, thank you for following along," and Jang Young expressed, "It was fun. I feel grateful because it seemed like a day for me." Having faced each other's feelings, Jang Young remarked, "This trip will remain a warm memory," leaving a small hope for their future relationship.
A son who has steadfastly endured as an unknown actor, and a father who has come to understand such a son. Their cautious first steps toward each other became a 'lifetime gift' that will be remembered for a long time.
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