'I'm SOLO' season 31's romance war has begun.
On Wednesday, the SBS Plus and ENA real dating program I'm SOLO revealed the first meetings and first-impression choices of the single men and women who entered 'Solonara 31-gil.' From the first appearance, sharply divided levels of interest and rapidly fluctuating emotions unfolded, raising tension from the start.
That day, the single men captured attention with distinct personalities. Yeongsu, who appeared first, showed up with a bruised face, causing curiosity. In a pre-interview with the production team, he said, "There was a match yesterday," revealing that he has been boxing for a year, and he also disclosed a hobby of painting. Marked as a 'teken man' who combines 'strength and delicacy,' Yeongsu left an impression, followed by Yeongho, a 181 cm tall, glasses-wearing 'nerd man' visual. Yeongho, who lived in the United States and Singapore as a child and has a global background, graduated from S University with a degree in chemical and biological engineering and even passed a major company job offer but said, "I gave it up because I didn't want to live in Seoul where the air is bad," revealing a firm life value. He added, "I'm introverted and quiet, but if someone falls for me, they fall deeply," as he promoted his charm.
Yeongsik, praised as the "3-second Seo Kang-jun," was a former marine and 'teton man' who holds records for boxing, fitness, and completing full-course marathons. Showing deep filial piety to the extent that he quit his job to care for his father's illness, Yeongsik currently owns a dwelling and an officetel, and he showed himself to be a 'prepared man' who is diligent about savings and investments. Yeongcheol confessed, "I spent both my school years and work life in male-dominated environments, so there were few opportunities to meet the opposite sex," and expressed a realistic view of dating that "people who are too outstanding in looks or credentials feel burdensome." Kwangsu, who skipped grades at a science high school and completed bachelor's and master's degrees at a prestigious university on an 'elite course,' said, "I've lived without major upheavals." He emphasized a serious view of relationships, saying, "When I love, I go all the way." Sangcheol, a 186 cm tall man, was a diligent man who manages himself through a career as a lawyer and regular exercise. Finally, Kyungsoo, the 'neujoh man' who appeared last, evoked praise as a 'lookalike of Gong Yoo' with his soft smile and composure. Defconn said, "A hunter has appeared!" as he anticipated Kyungsoo's performance.
The single women also entered, each exuding different personalities and charms. Yeongsuk introduced herself as bright and lively and said, "When I set a target, I go straight for it." Having even competed in fitness competitions, she said, "I value someone I can grow with." Next, Jeongsuk revealed a dignified atmosphere and a conservative tendency. Saying she enjoys analog-sensory hobbies such as running, meditation and reading, she said, "I aim for a relationship that lasts without whim." Sunja, who had a six-year long-term relationship, said, "I'm used to giving love," and predicted a unique romantic devotion, saying, "I tend to like someone to the end for no reason."
Yeongja said, "I moved to Seoul from Daegu and established myself without my parents' help," adding, "I built my current life through various experiences such as fitting modeling and clothing sales." She confessed nearly a 10-year long-term relationship and said, "I want to meet someone who speaks nicely and is mature." Oksun showed presence at once with her bold and easygoing personality. Having prepared for a job in finance and then tried to become a flight attendant, she revealed a unique ideal type, saying, "I find men who are boring because I'm entertaining." Hyunsuk said, "After a five-year long-term relationship, I'm in my fourth year of a gap," and explained, "My ideal type is someone smart and who communicates well." Junghui, an independent type who studied in Germany for seven to eight years, said she once had a six-year long-term relationship with a German man and stated her dating preference, saying she prefers relationships where beginnings and endings are clear.
With 14 single men and women gathered, the single men's 'first-impression choice' took place. Yeongsuk, despite being the first to act, received choices from Sangcheol, Kwangsu, Yeongcheol and Yeongho, becoming the 'all-kill woman.' Immediately after, in an interview with the production team, Yeongsuk said, "I liked Yeongcheol and Yeongsu, but I thought Yeongcheol had stronger feelings for Yeongja, so I chose Yeongsu first," revealing that her first choice had been Yeongcheol. Next, Jeongsuk received not a single vote and, disappointed, turned away; she revealed that she had chosen Yeongho as her first choice. Sunja, who had been chosen by Yeongsu and Yeongsik instead of the Kyungsoo she chose, smiled and said, "I survived. I felt thankful." Kyungsoo, who drew the favor of many women from the first impression, chose Yeongja. Yeongja, who had chosen Yeongcheol, honestly confessed, "I was surprised that it wasn't Yeongcheol but Kyungsoo who came," and said, "My interest in Kyungsoo has risen. I like the person who chose me before," candidly.
With the seven single men's choices concentrated on the front, Jeongsuk as well as Oksun, Hyunsuk and Junghui were confirmed to have 'zero votes,' and they returned to the lodging to share their feelings. All the single women did not hide their attraction to Kyungsoo. Yeongja, who received Kyungsoo's first-impression choice, mentioned a change of heart, saying, "Up close, he's more handsome than I thought," and Sunja subtly cautioned, "Aren't we going to sleep back-to-back in bed now?" Junghui also felt hurt, saying, "I thought Kyungsoo would choose me during the first-impression choice, so the sense of betrayal is large," and Oksun acknowledged Kyungsoo's popularity, saying, "He's a guilty person."
A short time later, the single women continued their second-round conversation in the common living room, and interest again focused on Kyungsoo. During that time, Junghui subtly showed her interest by telling Kyungsoo, "I was disappointed you didn't choose me for the first-impression choice," and Yeongsuk, Jeongsuk, Yeongja and Sunja all confessed they were attracted to Kyungsoo, foreshadowing a 'Kyungsoo showdown.' In the trailer released immediately afterward, competition surrounding one single man was captured as beginning in earnest as the first night started, raising curiosity about how the emotional line of season 31 will change.
The turbulent romance of season 31, which began with unanimous votes and a runaway start from the first meeting, can be seen on Wednesday, the 8th, at 10:30 p.m. on SBS Plus and ENA on I'm SOLO.
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