The identity of SBS entertainment programs 'My Ugly Duckling' and 'Dolsing Four Men' is being shaken. The two programs each contain stories of single men and women, and remarried men, but Lee Sang-min and Kim Jun-ho are still appearing on the shows after their remarriages.
Lee Sang-min registered his marriage with his non-celebrity wife, who is 10 years younger, on April 30. They decided not to hold a ceremony. Kim Jun-ho got married to comedian Kim Ji-min, with whom he was in a public relationship, on the 13th.
As news of Lee Sang-min and Kim Jun-ho's marriages spread, interest grew regarding their potential departure from 'My Ugly Duckling' and 'Dolsing Four Men'. Given the concept of these programs featuring singles, it seems inconsistent for remarried individuals to appear.
However, both have continued to appear on the programs after their marriages.
Lee Sang-min revealed his newlywed home through 'My Ugly Duckling', and Kim Jun-ho also exclusively shared the wedding scene with Kim Ji-min on the show. The recording for 'Dolsing Four Men' is proceeding as scheduled.
In contrast, another entertainment program focusing on single lives, MBC's 'I Live Alone', sees participants naturally leave the show upon getting married.
A representative example is Lee Jang-woo, who is about to marry actress Jo Hye-won, hinting at his departure by saying, "This seems to be the last time" while traveling with his popular co-stars Jeon Hyun-moo and Park Na-rae from 'Palm You'.
From the viewers' perspective, the actions of 'My Ugly Duckling' and 'Dolsing Four Men' are understandably perplexing compared to 'I Live Alone'.
There are growing voices demanding the departure of the two, pointing out that it is inconsistent for remarried participants to discuss marriage, newlywed homes, and plans for children in programs that focus on singles.
Despite this situation, the production team remains tight-lipped about whether Lee Sang-min and Kim Jun-ho will depart.
Since they have been with the program since its early days, replacing cast members may be burdensome. Especially in the case of 'Dolsing Four Men', there is concern that changing half of the cast could completely alter the show's character.
Nevertheless, a decision must be made. It is time to respond to the ongoing questions from viewers, whether through program reform or a new concept.
[Lee Da-kyum, Star Today Reporter]
