Actor Son Seok Koo shared a heartwarming story about his mother on the recent episode of "Baekban Gigyeong," which aired on TV Chosun.

The actor introduced a famous naengmyeon restaurant in Daejeon that has been popular for over 70 years.

He ordered soy-marinated grilled beef and naengmyeon and said that the restaurant had a lot to say.

Son Seok Koo shared a touching story about his mother during the episode. He said that when his mother was pregnant with him, she had no friends and had to live in Daejeon because of his father.

She suffered from depression during her pregnancy, and the only comfort she had was coming to the restaurant alone to eat naengmyeon.

Son Seok Koo said that he ate a lot of naengmyeon while he was in his mother's womb, and that's why he thinks he likes naengmyeon.

During the episode, actress Choi Yoon Young made an appearance and sat with Son Seok Koo.

Choi Yoon Young and Son Seok Koo are friends, and Heo Young Man, the host of the show, expressed his fan sentiment forSon Seok Koo when Choi Yoon Young appeared on the show last year.

Choi Yoon Young said that she first met Son Seok Koo on "Designated Survivor," and they have been friends for about five years since then.

Son Seok Koo joked that they met as a bit of a couple at that time, to which Choi Yoon Young replied that it was nonsense and laughed.

The story of Son Seok Koo's mother and his love for naengmyeon touched the hearts of netizens.

Many praised the actor for sharing his story and expressed their appreciation for the naengmyeon restaurant.

One netizen commented, "It's amazing how food can bring comfort to people in difficult times. Son Seok Koo's story is so touching, and it's great that he shared it with us."

Another netizen said, "I've been to Daejeon before, and I have to say that the naengmyeon there is amazing. I'm definitely going to try the restaurant that Son Seok Koo introduced."

Overall, netizens were moved by Son Seok Koo's story and expressed their gratitude for the heartwarming episode of "Baekban Gigyeong."

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It’s official—Good Partner is getting a second season!

On April 3, 2025, SBS confirmed the exciting news that Good Partner will return for Season 2.

However, fans will have to wait a little longer for more details as the production is still in its early stages.

SBS revealed, “While the production for Season 2 has been confirmed, the broadcast schedule, filming dates, and cast have not been finalized. We are still in discussions.”

Good Partner originally aired last September, and it quickly became a fan favorite. The drama follows Cha Eun Kyung (played by Jang Na Ra), a seasoned divorce lawyer, and rookie lawyer Han Yoo Ri (played by Nam Ji Hyun), who is new to handling divorce cases.

The series was a hit, with a peak viewership rating of 17.7% (Nielsen Korea, nationwide households).

Both Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun were praised for their performances, with Jang Na Ra receiving her first acting award after 23 years in the industry at the 2024 SBS Drama Awards, and Nam Ji Hyun taking home the Best Acting Award.

Now, with the news of Good Partner Season 2, fans are eagerly wondering if the original cast will return. Will Jang Na Ra and Nam Ji Hyun reprise their roles, or will new faces join the team? Lee Jong Suk, a close friend and fellow actor of Jang Na Ra, has expressed his excitement for the continuation of the series and fully supports his friend's success.

As discussions continue, fans are keeping their fingers crossed for the return of their favorite characters.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated season.

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