Kim Ji-young reveals handsome son who looks like Nam Sung-jin, sparking 'online daughter-in-law' trend
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actress Kim Ji-young shared photos of her son, who resembles his father, actor Nam Sung-jin.
- The photos show Kim Ji-young and her son attending a Big Bang concert.
- Netizens reacted to the son's handsome appearance, with many calling themselves 'online daughters-in-law'.
Actress Kim Ji-young has captured attention by sharing recent photos of her son, whose striking resemblance to his father, actor Nam Sung-jin, has drawn considerable notice. The images reveal a handsome young man, prompting a wave of reactions from netizens.
In the shared social media post, Kim Ji-young mentioned accompanying her son to a Big Bang concert to help him de-stress from his college entrance exam preparations. She humorously added, "Actually, I'm having more fun lol." The photos depict the mother and son enjoying the concert together, highlighting their close relationship.
The son's good looks, inherited from his parents who are both well-known actors, have led to numerous online comments. Many netizens expressed admiration for his appearance, with a notable trend of users referring to themselves as 'online daughters-in-law' (๋์ ๋ฉฐ๋๋ฆฌ), a popular Korean internet slang term used to express affection and a desire to marry someone attractive.
This glimpse into Kim Ji-young's family life and her son's emerging public presence has resonated with fans, who are charmed by the young man's visual appeal and the family's relatable moments.
De-stressing my son preparing for college entrance exams!!.. Actually, I'm having more fun lol
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.