‘Couple Palace 2’ is generating buzz from its first broadcast with a variety of colorful characters.
Mnet’s ‘Couple Palace 2’ is a large-scale couple matching survival show for single men and women looking for the perfect marriage partner, featuring a hyper-realistic matching system comparable to a marriage agency, telling the story of finding a lifelong companion.
In the first episode, which aired on the 5th, 60 single men and women who are serious about marriage met for the first time, and a ‘Speed Train’ where they press the ‘Pick’ button for their preferred partner unfolded, showcasing a variety of characters that have already become a hot topic from the start.
# Marriage-Driven Man - Rapper Mac Daddy, Behind the Scenes of His Appearance? “No Casting, Yes Open Recruitment”
Rapper Mac Daddy was a participant who drew significant attention even before the broadcast. There were reactions like, “Why is Mac Daddy here?” but it turns out he applied to ‘Couple Palace 2’ through open recruitment.
His genuine presence shone through in various moments. Especially during a 1:1 date, he actively questioned his matched partner, asking, “We were matched for marriage,” hinting at the possibility of marrying the rapper. Interestingly, his matched partner is a ‘true fan’ of Mac Daddy, raising curiosity about whether their dramatic meeting will lead to wedding bells.
# Pine Tree Preference - Returning Participant American Lawyer Kim Geon-hee
American lawyer Kim Geon-hee is a participant who knocked on the door of season 2 after appearing in season 1 of ‘Couple Palace’. From the start, he achieved an impressive 12 picks, raising expectations for his performance in season 2, but there was a twist. His continuous mentions of the female participant Eun Ye-sol, who was direct in season 1, led to a major incident.
He even boldly stated, “It seems like there are many bobbed haircuts in season 2,” revealing his preference for the so-called ‘Eun Ye-sol style’ and showing a reckless, runaway train-like demeanor. Notably, a female participant who resembled Eun Ye-sol appeared, raising interest in whether there will be another twist.
# Honest & Confident - “Newlywed House Over 2 Billion Won” Employee from Company S
Participant number 9, who openly stated her marriage conditions, including wanting a newlywed house worth over 2 billion won, is also at the center of attention. Oh Sin-da, an employee from Company S who studied abroad, revealed her firm belief that “some level of financial stability is necessary for a happy marriage.”
During a 1:1 date with male participant number 26, Lee Jeong-won, a patent attorney and lawyer, Oh Sin-da explained the hidden meaning behind her marriage conditions, saying, “(The 2 billion won newlywed house) doesn’t have to exist now. I want a man who has the ability and potential to buy a 2 billion won property in the future,” raising interest in whether she will succeed in future matching.
# Amazing Presence - “Not Bad Boys or Popular Guys” Model Yoo Hye-won
Model Yoo Hye-won has become a hot topic even before getting on the ‘Speed Train’ due to her unique presence. In the first episode, she confessed her family history of having to work tirelessly as the head of the household and expressed her desire to find a marriage partner in ‘Couple Palace 2’. She particularly drew attention by stating, “My dream is to meet a good person and get married, not a bad boy or a popular guy.”
As interest focuses on what Yoo Hye-won will say on the Speed Train, the end of the broadcast captured the moment when the men cheered upon her appearance, raising questions about whether she will find her destined partner in ‘Couple Palace 2’.
The reactions to ‘Couple Palace 2’, which has kicked off with a variety of characters, are also noteworthy.
The views on Mnet’s official Instagram reels featuring model Yoo Hye-won surpassed 6.15 million as of 5 PM on the 10th, proving her exceptional popularity. Additionally, the total views for ‘Couple Palace 2’ related videos exceeded 70 million (the sum of views from reels, shorts, TikTok, and other broadcast content as of 4 PM on February 10), indicating a promising trend in viewership.
Meanwhile, ‘Couple Palace 2’ airs simultaneously on Mnet and tvN every Wednesday at 10:40 PM.
[Lee Da-gyeom, Star Today Reporter]
