'Living Together with Men Season 2' (hereafter 'Living Together') aired on the 5th, delivering a heartfelt confession from Kim Sang-hyuk, a former member of Click-B, after 20 years, and an emotional sincerity from singer Park Seo-jin toward her family, leaving a lasting impression. Special guests, singers Shin Ji and Kang Hye-yeon, joined the broadcast, adding their candid remarks and energy.

The viewership rating for the broadcast recorded 6.9% according to Nielsen Korea's nationwide tally. It ranked first in the total Saturday variety shows for 8 consecutive weeks and, powered by Kim Sang-hyuk's joining, the 2049 viewership also saw a significant increase. The highest rating was 8.9%, recorded during a scene where Park Seo-jin and her family praised Hyo-jung and gave her gifts as part of a laughter therapy operation.

Recently, after gaining attention due to a budding romance with Ji Sang-ryeol, Shin Ji appeared as a special guest and introduced herself, saying, "Can you kiss me, oppa? Ji Sang-ryeol's girlfriend, Shin Ji." In response, Park Seo-jin welcomed her, saying, "Welcome, sister-in-law," instantly lightening the atmosphere.

Shin Ji later shared about her budding romance with Ji Sang-ryeol on 'Living Together,' saying, "I get asked a lot if we are really dating. Ji Sang-ryeol is a good person," which sparked curiosity about their relationship.

In the main VCR, Park Seo-jin embarked on a mission to find her younger sister Hyo-jung's smile. Park Seo-jin learned that Hyo-jung had been facing difficulties at a dried fish store due to some customers after receiving a worried phone call from their mother.

Hyo-jung, who frequently traveled between Incheon and Samcheok to take care of her family, cautiously revealed in an interview with the production team, "There were customers who forced me to take off my mask, touched my side or buttocks, and pinched me. I felt hurt by those who cursed or spoke roughly, which eventually brought me to tears."

Park Seo-jin, after unintentionally getting into an argument with Hyo-jung due to her clumsy way of expressing herself, confessed, "I felt so sorry when I saw my family looking troubled because of me. I should have been warmer and more comforting, but I end up blaming myself for not being able to express it better."

Later, he carried out a 'laughter therapy operation' with his parents. His father created a lively atmosphere by wearing a wig and performing impromptu makeup, while his mother prepared a heartfelt meal full of seafood. Park Seo-jin opened a laughter therapy class for Hyo-jung, expressing her sincerity, and gradually Hyo-jung's stiff expression eased, highlighting warm recovery among the family.

The story of Kim Sang-hyuk, the second main character of 'Memory Living Together,' who is a former member of the group Click-B, was also introduced. Kim Sang-hyuk, who was active in the original flower boy idol band Click-B, and had traversed both the music and entertainment industries, has now transformed into a passionate restaurant owner personally distributing flyers, garnering attention.

Currently living alone with his mother, Kim Sang-hyuk shared, "My father passed away when I was 11 years old," recalling his father who died in a fall accident. Kim Sang-hyuk's mother shed tears, saying, "I would have been happy even if he were in a wheelchair as long as my husband was beside me. I miss the empty space." Kim Sang-hyuk also cried with his mother, saying, "I miss my father even more when it's time to face the world on my own."

Kim Sang-hyuk, who had a 20-year gap due to an unfortunate incident, said, "It was overwhelming to feel the opposite temperature after being loved only," adding, "I believe everything is the result of my actions, and I can't blame anyone else. I regretted a lot back then, and after accepting it, I thought that since I have my family, I should do what I can."

In the midst of this, it was revealed that Kim Sang-hyuk's mother had to sell two houses worth several billion won due to a scam of around 2.3 billion won. She confessed that she had been scammed by a boyfriend whom she dated after being widowed for more than a decade. Kim Sang-hyuk explained, "He was someone I could only trust since he even visited my deceased father's grave. He even gave my mother a carnation on Parents' Day," recollecting the situation at that time, and calmly revealed that he and his mother endured it relying on each other.

Kim Sang-hyuk also recalled the time he moved his father's remains in 2021, shedding tears again due to his longing for his father. He expressed, "I have to make sure not to cause pain to my mother," and added, "I live with motivation, thinking that I need to make the remaining time for my mother pleasant."

This episode of 'Living Together' conveyed a gentle emotional impact to viewers, blending sincerity toward family, past regrets, and overcoming challenges, along with a pleasant sense of entertainment. 'Living Together' airs every Saturday at 9:20 p.m.

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