Netflix's popular series, 'Single's Inferno,' Season 3, featuring Lee Jin Seok, almost missed out on having him as a participant. Lee Jin Seok, who initially hesitated, shared his thoughts on the show, saying, "I think this season was spicy."
He revealed that he didn't intentionally make it spicy, giving credit to the production team for discovering talented individuals and planning the engaging plot.
'Single's Inferno 3' is a candid dating reality show set on 'Hell Island,' a remote location exclusive to couples. The show gained immense popularity with its first two seasons, securing the top spot in the Global Top 10 TV Shows (Non-English) category for five consecutive weeks.
Lee Jin Seok, despite never watching a dating program before, eventually found himself on the show after a recommendation.
In a quick turnaround of just two weeks, Lee Jin Seok decided to appear on 'Single's Inferno' following a meeting with the production team, thanks to a friend's suggestion.
Initially uninterested, he revealed, "I told him I would not appear after his participation was confirmed, but the producer persuaded me again."
Explaining why he was chosen, Lee Jin Seok mentioned, "They said I was the person who best suited the ‘Single's Inferno’ image." Despite initial hesitation, he has no regrets, stating, "I think it was a good decision to appear."
The show, known for its competitive nature with numerous attractive applicants, quickly elevated Lee Jin Seok's popularity globally. However, he remains humble, expressing disbelief, "It doesn’t feel real."
Sharing a personal disappointment from the show, Lee Jin Seok mentioned concerns about the swelling of his face, despite losing 10 kg through diet and exercise. Despite the challenges, he received positive feedback and met good people, making the experience worthwhile.
While the show brought attention and increased social media followers, Lee Jin Seok's daily life remains unchanged.
He plans to utilize the opportunities wisely and continue working at the cafe. His ultimate dream is to become a businessman, inspired by Baek Jong Won.
Lee Jin Seok acknowledged the challenges of self-employment, stating, "People who think it's easy can be harshly dealt with." He attributes his success to hard work and learning from Mr. Baek's teachings.
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