In a recent episode of 'These Days Men's Life—Groom Class' on Channel A, actor Lee Jung-jin opened up about his views on marriage and family.
The 47-year-old actor toured residences in Bangbae-dong, Cheongdam-dong, and Jamsil with longtime friend Jeong Jun-ha in the 178th episode, which is scheduled to air on August 27.
Lee acknowledged during their meeting that his views on housing and family had changed.
He declared, "I want to look into houses." "I used to think I only needed to be comfortable, but now I wish I had a child...," he continued.
Both Jeong Jun-ha and the panel of mentors from the studio were taken aback by the confession.
"I'm surprised," Jeong Jun-ha said. "You're thinking about getting married. Until a few years ago, when you asked me about my intentions to get married, didn't you just say, 'Not yet...'? Are you seeing anyone?"
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Lee later fueled speculation by paying close attention to possible children's rooms while touring properties. "If we use this as a child's room, we should put the toys around here~" he said.
"Voice Principal" Lee Da-hae watched from the studio and responded. "YYou talk about children too much. Are you coming out next month? She enquired.
"It wouldn't be a bad thing if I had a child, right?" Lee Jung-jin shot back. The studio was filled with excitement and laughter as a result of the exchange.
A three-story duplex in Cheongdam-dong was the next stop on the house tour. "Oh, that house looks like the HOT dorm," said Jang Woo-hyuk.
"The fireplace in the living room reminds me of that. "TThat house has a great location!" added Lee Seung-chul.
Lee then went to Jeong Jun-ha's restaurant to have a drink and think. "When was your last relationship?" inquired Jeong Jun-ha. "About a year," Lee replied.
As the discussion progressed, Jeong Jun-ha opened up about his perspective on love. "Even if the other person doesn't like me, I'm the type to put in effort if I like them."
Then Lee Jung-jin responded in jest. He said, "I don't have to try, but there aren't many people who dislike me," which made his friend laugh and a little resentful.
Lee's thoughts on previous relationships were also emphasized in the episode, which sparked interest in how his perspective on family life might affect his future.
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