A male idol recently appeared on a variety show where he talked about the exceptional support he’s given to his wife, making viewers envious of their relationship.
Kangnam, an original member of the group M.I.B, appeared on a recently aired episode of Please Take Care of My Refrigerator, sharing candid moments from his daily life and behind-the-scenes stories about his wife Lee Sang Hwa, a retired Olympic champion in speed skating, showcasing his diverse charm. That day, his playful talk made the set erupt with laughter, and he heightened the tension of the competition by proposing customized cooking themes targeting his wife’s extreme taste preferences.
Kangnam skillfully guided the conversation with expert pacing, drawing laughter from the MCs and chefs. He particularly warmed hearts by sharing how he has maintained his current health thanks to Lee Sang Hwa’s meticulous care since their dating days.
He also revealed his side as a true romantic. Kangnam confessed that he even earned a sports massage certification to take care of Lee Sang Hwa’s health, impressing the chefs. This moment highlighted how deep care can be expressed even amid playful bickering, and showed how far he’d go to support his wife.
Kangnam’s push-and-pull reactions that controlled the chefs also became a hot topic. Setting conditions of “dishes Lee Sang Hwa would like” and “dishes she would dislike,” he kept the chefs on edge throughout the competition and led the atmosphere. At the results announcement, he accurately hit his wife’s taste by choosing Chef Kwon Sung Joon’s dish as the one she would like. Conversely, for the dish she would dislike, he picked Chef Park Eun Young’s creation and added witty commentary, increasing the program’s entertainment.
Additionally, Kangnam even created the username of his YouTube channel based on his wife’s name. His beloved for his unique friendliness through his channel, @sanghwahusband, which has 1.46 million subscribers. Moving between broadcasts and new media, he continues active work as an irreplaceable “variety show cheat key.”