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Kim Young-hee reveals she was rejected 17 times by crush Im Woo-il, shares club 'aunt' humiliation (Gag Concert)
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Kim Young-hee reveals she was rejected 17 times by crush Im Woo-il, shares club 'aunt' humiliation (Gag Concert)

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Comedian Kim Young-hee shared humorous anecdotes about unrequited love and a past club experience on the show 'Malja Show'.
  • She recounted being rejected 17 times by Im Woo-il, whom she had a crush on.
  • Kim Young-hee's candid stories offered dating advice to young viewers.

Comedian Kim Young-hee appeared on the KBS 2TV show 'Malja Show' and candidly shared personal stories of romantic rejection and a humorous social mishap. The episode featured a special segment called 'Malja Ting,' designed to help lonely young men and women find partners.

Kim Young-hee recounted her painful experience of unrequited love, revealing that she was rejected 17 times by comedian Im Woo-il, whom she had a crush on. This repeated rejection led to a significant blow to her self-esteem, prompting her to question where her destined partner might be.

I'm rejected every time, so my self-esteem has hit rock bottom. Where on earth is my soulmate?

โ€” Kim Young-heeKim Young-hee expressing her frustration with repeated rejections in love.

Adding to her tales of romantic woes, Kim Young-hee also confessed to a past embarrassing incident at a club. She humorously described being mistaken for an 'aunt' (an older woman) by someone, a moment that clearly stung her pride. Despite these setbacks, Kim Young-hee presented herself as a relatable figure, offering her experiences as a form of dating advice for the show's younger audience.

Her willingness to share these vulnerable and humorous stories resonated with viewers, positioning her as a mentor figure for those navigating the complexities of dating and self-worth.

I was rejected 17 times by Im Woo-il, whom I had a crush on.

โ€” Kim Young-heeKim Young-hee revealing the extent of her unrequited love.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.