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Jeong Seon-hee says she has 'little interest' in dating; Hong Jin-kyung recommends international romance
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Jeong Seon-hee says she has 'little interest' in dating; Hong Jin-kyung recommends international romance

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Comedian Jeong Seon-hee stated she has little interest in dating and enjoys her independence and solitude.
  • Despite her preferences, her close friend Hong Jin-kyung plans to arrange blind dates for her, even suggesting international relationships.
  • Jeong Seon-hee, who is proficient in English and Japanese, joked about her personal information being shared internationally.

Comedian Jeong Seon-hee revealed on KBS 2TV's "Oktopbangui Munjea-deul" (The Problem Child in House) that she has minimal interest in dating and is content with her independent lifestyle. She expressed a strong preference for solitude and personal space, admitting she doesn't feel lonely.

Jeong recounted past relationships where she preferred seeing her partner only three times a week, which sometimes led to disappointment for the other person. Her current stance reflects a deep comfort with being alone and managing her own life.

I don't have much interest in dating.

โ€” Jeong Seon-heeExplaining her current feelings about romantic relationships.

However, her close friend and fellow comedian, Hong Jin-kyung, is determined to set Jeong up on blind dates, disregarding Jeong's stated lack of interest. Hong Jin-kyung even recommended international dating, considering Jeong's fluency in English and Japanese.

I don't feel lonely because I like doing things alone and having my own independent space so much.

โ€” Jeong Seon-heeDescribing her comfort with solitude.

Jeong playfully responded to Hong Jin-kyung's matchmaking efforts, joking that her personal information was being shared internationally without her knowledge. Despite the push from her friend, Jeong indicated that if a blind date were to happen, she would likely keep it private.

The show "Oktopbangui Munjea-deul" is described as a knowledge talk show where guests and hosts share life wisdom in a cozy rooftop setting.

My personal information is being shared in Japan and the United States without my knowledge.

โ€” Jeong Seon-heeJoking about Hong Jin-kyung's plans to arrange international blind dates.
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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.