As of 9:30 a.m. on the 3rd, the video titled "Who is taking our Shin Ji?" uploaded on Shin Ji's YouTube channel 'How Are You?' surpassed 1 million views, achieving this milestone just 21 hours after its release.
The number of comments is also significantly high compared to the views, with over 28,000 comments at the same time, with most collectively opposing Shin Ji's marriage.
댓글 역시 조회수와 대비해 월등하게 많은 상태다. 같은 시간 기준으로 2만 8천개 이상의 댓글이 달린 가운데, 대부분 한 목소리로 신지의 결혼을 반대하는 모습이다.
In the released video, Shin Ji is seen introducing her fiancé Moon Won to the male members of Koyote. Since this is the first meeting after the marriage announcement, all four could not hide their nervous expressions. While maintaining a cheerful atmosphere, Shin Ji cautiously began, "Since this is a serious introduction to the members, I have something I want to talk about seriously. This is something that must be said; it's definitely something you need to know."
In response, Moon Won said, "I feel like I need to talk about what she is going to say, and it might be surprising. As a boyfriend and fiancé, many people have come to know me. I didn't realize that Ji Seon (Shin Ji's real name) was such a famous person." He continued, "I just thought of her as a woman. I felt that I needed to treat this friend well, and I thought about the need to live diligently and not make mistakes. In fact, I was married once and have a lovely daughter," revealing that he is a divorced man with children.
Upon hearing about Moon Won's confession, Baek Ga expressed surprise, saying, "You have a daughter?" and briefly excused himself to the restroom, while Moon Won explained, "Although my ex-wife is raising her, we are communicating and trying to care for the child together. We met knowing that. At first, I didn't know, but as things progressed, I felt it should be addressed honestly."
After hearing Moon Won's confession, Shin Ji also said after deep consideration, "Since I like you and love you, I can embrace this." Shin Ji added that she thought, "If it's known to a third party like Oppa or Baek Ga, they might feel upset," explaining her reason for bringing it up first.
Furthermore, Shin Ji remarked, "Anyway, this person's sense of responsibility seemed good. It wasn't that he was indifferent; his effort to protect and care for his child seemed admirable. I thought he might show me such qualities as well."
Kim Jong Min, who heard the stories of Moon Won and Shin Ji, said, "I think it's important to take responsibility. After all, doesn't Shin Ji know about this? I hope no one meddles in that. I want nothing else. I hope you both are happy. If the two of you love each other, that's all that matters. Don't mind anyone else; just focus on each other."
Baek Ga, who returned from the restroom, also said, "If the two are happy and in love, I think that's not something I need to worry about. Rather, I think it's meaningful that they are together now. I believe such gatherings are even better."
After Moon Won's confession of being a divorced man, public opinion was mixed. It's a fact that the reactions are somewhat different from when Shin Ji's marriage news was initially announced. The main reason is that Moon Won informed Shin Ji about having a child only after their relationship deepened, which has led to uncomfortable reactions.
One netizen commented, "Even I, born in 1998, know that Koyote's Shin Ji is famous, so it's strange that someone born in 1988 doesn't know. I hope she gets married with everyone's blessings. Think carefully," while other netizens also voiced comments like, "Shin Ji, 7 years older, calls him 'this friend' and 'Ji Seon,' and yet uses honorifics for his ex-wife, indicating she didn't realize how famous Shin Ji is. It's surprising that he didn't come clean;" and "It's not so great to unite the 2030 male and female subcultures, which presidents have failed to do. The man whom both sides find unsuitable is definitely not right."
Moreover, another netizen commented, "I'm a friend of the ex-wife; please ask to review the divorce case documents. You'll be shocked." Other comments also included, "I was a middle school and high school classmate. Please choose carefully, considering your background. I know a lot but I'll refrain from speaking casually to avoid legal issues."
Meanwhile, on Shin Ji's Instagram, one netizen commented, "I'm a fan, and you really need to judge the man carefully. Dating and marriage are different. Regardless, I respect your judgment and hope you are blessed and find your way to happiness," to which Shin Ji replied, "Thank you," revealing her awareness of the ripple effects following the video release.
Shin Ji, born in 1981, met her 7-year-younger fiancé Moon Won through MBC Radio's 'Lee Yoon Seok, Shin Ji's Single and Happy Show'. The couple is set to marry in the first half of next year and recently completed their wedding photoshoot.
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