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'One Year Post-Vasectomy' Jang Sung-kyu: 'I must have it reversed within 5 years, if the third child is a daughter, I wi
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'One Year Post-Vasectomy' Jang Sung-kyu: 'I must have it reversed within 5 years, if the third child is a daughter, I will unconditionally do it' ('Manri Jangseongkyu')

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean broadcaster Jang Sung-kyu revealed he is considering reversing his vasectomy.
  • He stated that if his third child is a daughter, he would 'unconditionally' have the procedure reversed within five years.
  • Jang made these comments during a YouTube video on his channel 'Manri Jangseongkyu' while discussing family life.

South Korean television personality Jang Sung-kyu has disclosed that he is contemplating reversing his vasectomy, citing a desire for more children.

During a recent episode of his YouTube channel, 'Manri Jangseongkyu,' Jang shared his thoughts on family planning. He stated that he is considering undergoing a reversal procedure for his vasectomy, which he had approximately one year ago.

Jang elaborated on his decision-making process, revealing a specific condition for proceeding with the reversal. He declared that if his third child turns out to be a daughter, he would "unconditionally" pursue the reversal within five years. This statement suggests a strong personal desire for a daughter and a willingness to undergo the procedure to potentially have one.

The broadcaster was speaking with comedian Jang Sung-ho and announcer Kim Ki-hyuk as part of a segment they call 'Marital Counseling,' where they read and discuss subscriber-submitted stories. The specific video was titled 'The Life of a Father of 5 Children with Not Enough Room.'

I have to have it reversed within 5 years. If the third child is a daughter, I will unconditionally have it reversed.

โ€” Jang Sung-kyuStating his conditions for reversing his vasectomy.
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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.