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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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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