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Comedian Kim Jun-ho prays for a second child: 'Conception this year' is his wish
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Comedian Kim Jun-ho prays for a second child: 'Conception this year' is his wish

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Comedian Kim Jun-ho prayed for a second child while on a trip to Sri Lanka.
  • He participated in a 'coconut breaking' ritual at a local temple, believing it aids in wish fulfillment.
  • Kim's initial attempt to break the coconut failed, causing surprise and humor among his fellow comedians.

South Korean comedian Kim Jun-ho offered a heartfelt prayer for a second child during his recent trip to Sri Lanka, drawing attention from viewers.

During the broadcast of the E Channel and Channel S variety show 'Endless Journey! Dok-bak Tour' on Tuesday night, Kim and his comedian friends visited the Kataragama Temple in Sri Lanka. As part of their experience, they participated in a local ritual known as 'coconut breaking,' which is believed to help fulfill wishes.

I pray that our Jimin is always healthy, and that my wife and I can conceive a child this year.

โ€” Kim Jun-hoKim Jun-ho's prayer during the coconut breaking ritual at the Kataragama Temple.

Kim Jun-ho, after hearing from fellow comedian Hong In-gyu that a more finely broken coconut leads to a better chance of a wish coming true, took his turn. He struck the coconut forcefully, expressing his earnest desire: "I pray that our Jimin is always healthy, and that my wife and I can conceive a child this year."

However, to everyone's surprise, the coconut refused to break. This unexpected outcome left the group momentarily stunned. Comedian Yoo Se-yoon lightheartedly commented, "Maybe conception won't happen this time," adding to the humorous tension. Feeling the pressure, Kim considered a second attempt, but after moving to a different spot guided by Hong In-gyu, he successfully broke the sacred water-filled coconut.

Maybe conception won't happen this time.

โ€” Yoo Se-yoonYoo Se-yoon's humorous remark after Kim Jun-ho's initial failed attempt to break the coconut.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.