In 'The Lover of Joseon', Shim Hyun-seop, known as 'So-baek-nam' and 'Yeonmot-nam', who has been searching for a lifelong partner, reflects on his journey to becoming a married man through numbers.
In the upcoming episode of TV CHOSUN's 'The Lover of Joseon' airing on the 19th, Shim Hyun-seop will reveal his journey from blind dates to marriage, officially knocking on the door of 'The Lover of Joseon' with his nickname 'So-baek-nam', which means 'a man who has been on a hundred blind dates'.
Having enjoyed peak popularity in his youth through 'Gag Concert', Shim Hyun-seop, at the age of 53, has also been labeled as 'a man who has never dated, Yeonmot-nam', which adds to the sympathy surrounding his story.
When he first joined as a love seeker, Shim Hyun-seop candidly shared numerous encounters facilitated by introductions from acquaintances and marriage agencies. His story of being single until the age of 53 and his clumsy 'dating rookie' persona resonated with many, garnering empathy and support.
Several meaningful numbers appeared at Shim Hyun-seop's wedding.
At 54 years old, Shim Hyun-seop held a grand and touching wedding on April 20th after a year-long relationship with Jeong Young-rim, his 103rd connection. The wedding attracted over 1400 guests, with enthusiastic cheers from friends who had been waiting for his wedding and 120 members of the Cheongsong Shim family.
Among the guests, actor Jeong Bo-seok shared, "I was the first to start sending Shim Hyun-seop off to marriage. I introduced him to five people, but it didn't work out," reflecting on his past efforts.
The journey of Shim Hyun-seop, who successfully tied the knot amidst the cheers of over 1400 guests, will be featured in 'The Lover of Joseon', airing on the 19th at 10 PM.
[Lee Da-gyeom, Star Today Reporter]
