Singer Kim Jong Kook opened up about his sweet newlywed life, clarified misconceptions about being a “three meals a day husband,” and made candid remarks about home-cooked meals.
On KBS2’s Problem Child In House, newlywed Kim Jong Kook, who is in his first year of marriage, revealed the nickname he saved for his wife on his phone, sharing a glimpse into his affectionate newlywed life.
With couples’ contact names saved in their phones becoming a hot topic, Joo Woo Jae turns the focus to newlywed Kim Jong Kook. When asked, “How do you have your wife saved in your phone?” Kim Jong Kook shyly hesitated before confessing, “Cutie♥,” which stunned everyone.
Kim also revealed a surprise event for his wife on their first wedding anniversary, saying, “I woke her up with a bouquet and a letter in the morning,” which drew a proud smile from Choi Soo Jong as if he were seeing a worthy successor, causing the room to burst into laughter.
Kim Jong Kook also actively refuted the label of being a “three meals a day husband” — referring to husbands who eat all three meals at home — which had been a subject of teasing in previous episodes when it was revealed he ate all three meals prepared by his wife.
When the rooftop members playfully started teasing him as “Kim the Three-Meals-A-Day,” Kim protested, “I can only eat my wife’s home cooking if she makes it. How could I demand it?” sparking laughter.
Meanwhile, Kim Jong Kook, once known as one of the entertainment industry’s most eligible bachelors, made headlines in September of last year when he suddenly announced his marriage to a non-celebrity woman without any prior dating rumors.
The ceremony was conducted in complete secrecy, from the guest list limited to close friends to the venue and schedule, drawing attention and demonstrating Kim’s commitment to privacy, especially regarding his wife.
However, after marriage, he has gradually revealed his newlywed life through various variety shows, even sharing the nickname saved on his phone, openly confessing aspects of his married life.