In a special episode of KBS 2TV's Shin Sang-chul's Pyeon Restaurant, airing on the 18th, Kim Jaejoong and Kim Junsu reflect on their past as members of the iconic group TVXQ. This marks their first joint appearance on terrestrial TV in 15 years, where they share heartfelt moments and stories from their long-lasting friendship.

In a pre-recorded segment, Kim Jaejoong welcomed Kim Junsu to his family home, where his parents were excited to see him. They spent quality time together, and Jaejoong even cooked dishes he knew his brother would love. Kim Junsu was so amazed by the food that he exclaimed, "I can't believe it!"

As they enjoyed the meal, Jaejoong shared a nostalgic memory, saying, "When we were kids, we ate like it was a battle." He added, "During our trainee days at 16, I cooked a lot because I was the only one who knew how to cook. I felt so proud when Junsu enjoyed my meals and showed up with a puffy face the next day."

The conversation naturally shifted to their debut and the heights of their group activities. Both Jaejoong and Junsu reminisced about their incredible success in South Korea and Japan, sharing funny stories about their hectic schedules. They recalled traveling back and forth between Korea and Japan in just half a day and even renting a private jet for a recording. Jaejoong expressed, "I don't want to hide my past. While there are bad memories, there are also many good and truly beautiful ones."

Having met as teenagers with the same dreams, Kim Jaejoong and Kim Junsu have shared both bright moments and tough times together. They promised to share more heartfelt stories and focus on their bond, vowing to "only be happy."

Fans are excited to see this long-awaited reunion on Pyeon Restaurant, which will air after the 4th playoff game of the 2024 KBO League postseason. If the game is rained out, the episode will still air at 8:30 PM as planned.

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Actress Lim Ji Yeon is finally opening up about the unexpected backlash she received after showing support for actor Jung Woo Sung during his controversial return to the public eye.

In an interview on January 23rd, following the end of her drama The Tale of Lady Ok, Lim Ji Yeon spoke candidly about the situation that caused a stir at the 45th Blue Dragon Film Awards in November last year.

At the event, Jung Woo Sung made his public return after facing controversy surrounding an “illegitimate child” with model Moon Ga Bi. While Jung Woo Sung took the stage to apologize, Lim Ji Yeon was seen clapping and cheering for him.

Reflecting on that moment, Lim Ji Yeon shared, "It was a brief moment, so it’s hard to say whether it was right or wrong." She added, "I didn’t expect the public’s reaction. On the other hand, I was cautious since The Tale of Lady Ok was airing at the time."

For those who missed it, Jung Woo Sung and Moon Ga Bi, who had been in a relationship since 2022, revealed last year that they were expecting a child.

The actor took full responsibility for the situation and issued an apology during the awards ceremony, saying, "I’m sorry for causing concern and disappointment to everyone who has shown me love and support. I will bear all the criticism, and I promise to take full responsibility as a father to my son".

However, while Jung Woo Sung addressed the controversy, it was Lim Ji Yeon’s show of support that sparked controversy.

She cheered enthusiastically for Jung Woo Sung, while actress Hye Ri, who was seated next to her, kept a neutral, expressionless face. This led to a wave of criticism from some netizens who questioned Lim Ji Yeon’s reaction.

It’s worth noting that Lim Ji Yeon’s agency, Artist Company, was co-founded by Jung Woo Sung and actor Lee Jung Jae, both of whom currently serve as directors.

Could this connection have influenced Lim Ji Yeon’s public display of support? She’s still processing the response, and fans are curious to know how she’ll handle the fallout moving forward.

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