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Comedian Shin Ki-ru claims around 60 dating experiences
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Comedian Shin Ki-ru claims around 60 dating experiences

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Comedian Shin Ki-ru claims to have dated around 60 people, a statement met with skepticism by fellow comedian Kim Young-hee.
  • Shin defines dating broadly, including interactions where a potential partner is aware of her interest, even if only sharing a meal.
  • She also shared her secret to enduring a long period of obscurity: belief in future success and maintaining a sense of ease.

Comedian Shin Ki-ru has sparked laughter and empathy with her unique views on dating and candid confessions. Appearing on the KBS 2TV entertainment show 'Malja Show,' Shin asserted that her dating history numbers around 60 individuals. This claim was met with disbelief by her colleague, comedian Kim Young-hee, who suggested it was an exaggeration.

If the other person knew my feelings and still ate a meal with me, it counts as a type of relationship.

— Shin Ki-ruExplaining her broad definition of dating on the show 'Malja Show'.

Shin defended her assertion by presenting her own definition of a relationship. She argued that any interaction where a potential partner is aware of her romantic interest and agrees to share a meal constitutes a form of dating. This broad interpretation includes what she terms 'solo love,' highlighting her unconventional approach to romantic connections.

You didn't date 60 people, you just ate 60 meals.

— Kim Young-heeHumorously challenging Shin Ki-ru's claim about her dating history.

Kim Young-hee humorously countered Shin's claim, suggesting she had shared 60 meals rather than dated 60 distinct people, eliciting explosive laughter from the audience. The show also featured the story of a 50-year-old woman facing new challenges. Shin offered encouragement, attributing her own perseverance through a lengthy period of obscurity to her unwavering belief in eventual success and her ability to maintain a relaxed attitude.

Belief that I would do well and a sense of ease.

— Shin Ki-ruRevealing her secret to enduring a long period of obscurity.
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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.

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