In the latest episode of ‘I Am SOLO’ (I Am Solo), Season 28's Youngsoo became the '3-vote all-kill man' during the 'first date'.
On the broadcast of ENA and SBS Plus's entertainment program ‘I Am SOLO’ on the 17th, the participants of Season 28 introduced themselves and went on their first dates. Youngsoo received votes from Youngsook, Youngja, and Jeongsook, becoming the main character of the '3:1 date', while Youngsik and Kyungsu ended up with '0 votes', confirming their lonely dining experience.
The women participating in the 'divorcee special' of Season 28 made sincere appeals during the 'self-introduction time'. Youngsook, born in 1986, is a nurse raising two siblings. She stated, “I work night shifts to care for my children. I am currently happy with my kids and want to build a family again with a good person just as I am now.”
Next, Youngsook sang IU's 'Drama' sincerely, turning 'Solo Land No. 28' into a 'sea of tears'. Following her, Jeongsook revealed her unexpected background as an accountant born in 1988, saying, “I want to meet someone who earns at least 10 won more than me. My ideal type is a kind and responsible man.”
Sunja, a math academy instructor born in 1987 and mother of a 6-year-old son, shared, “I divorced due to a lawsuit,” and expressed, “I am looking for a 'cheerful man' who can handle my playful nature.” Youngja, born in 1983, is the director of a piano academy and showcased her 'smart girl' side by revealing that she juggles 'three jobs' including an online shopping mall and a baking shop.
Oksoon, born in 1991, is also a team leader instructor at an academy, like Sunja. Raising a 7-year-old daughter, Oksoon shed tears while saying, “In my four years of marriage, I can count on my fingers the times I went out without a child.” She added, “My number one priority in life is my daughter, and I hope to meet someone who can understand that situation,” naming 'a person with a big heart' as her ideal type.
Hyunsook, born in 1988, is a florist who said, “I am raising three siblings and also do real estate auctions as a side job. When it’s just the two of us, I become very cute, like a cat with its paws together,” emphasizing her unexpected charm. Lastly, Jeonghee, a dentist born in 1985, revealed, “I am raising an eight-year-old daughter. I prefer someone I like over someone who likes me,” and then danced joyfully to Rosé's 'Apartment', causing a stir in 'Solo Land No. 28'.
After the 'self-introduction time', Gwangsoo returned to the accommodation and showed interest in Oksoon, who is raising her daughter diligently at a young age, among the other solo men. Youngho also expressed his affection for Oksoon, who lives in a similar area. In conversations with the solo women, Oksoon emphasized, “If having children is a concern, I don’t even want to start,” highlighting that her daughter is her top priority, while Jeonghee also revealed, “Those without children are all out in my heart.”
Meanwhile, Youngho directly asked Oksoon, “Am I among the men you are interested in?” Oksoon replied, “If there’s a choice today, I was going to choose you, Youngho.” After confirming that Oksoon has no contact with her ex-husband, Youngho expressed an open mind, saying, “I like kids and have done early childhood sports.”
A little later, the first date selection of Season 28 took place. In this selection, where solo women choose their favorite solo men, Youngsoo swept the votes from Youngsook, Jeongsook, and Youngja. Next, Youngho received the choice from Oksoon, with Youngsik again ending up with '0 votes' in both the first impression and the first date, leading to his disappointment.
Youngcheol received Sunja's pick, saying, “I want to understand your feelings since it seems you can’t see your child freely.” Gwangsoo received Jeonghee's vote, and Sangcheol got Hyunsook's. On the other hand, Kyungsu became the protagonist of the 'lonely dining experience' for the second time in a row, expressing his frustration by saying, “I feel down.”
Finally, the first date began, and Hyunsook, who went on a '1:1 date' with Sangcheol, said, “I don’t know when I became your number one. This moment is so precious,” feeling excited. Sangcheol kindly grilled meat for her, and Hyunsook smiled with emotion, saying, “I’m happy even if I don’t eat.”
Eventually, Hyunsook said, “While the florist selling flowers may seem pure, I have a comedic character inside me. I can’t show everything on the show, but I want to show everything to you, oppa,” referring to Sangcheol as 'oppa'. Furthermore, Hyunsook expressed her femme fatale charm, saying, “I can’t hide my charm. If a man has some interest in me, I can make him mine.” After the date, Sangcheol said, “My feelings have increased compared to yesterday,” but also showed a complicated mind, saying, “I have many thoughts when facing someone with children.”
During the date with Youngsook, Youngja, and Jeongsook, Youngsoo implemented a 'dating equity policy', treating everyone equally. He expressed, “I want someone without luxury and vanity,” and revealed his open-mindedness by saying, “I am open to both older and younger partners, and it doesn’t matter if they have children.” His statement, “Anything is possible,” made Youngsook ponder, saying, “I don’t know Youngsoo’s true feelings.”
Jeongsook commented, “It was not fun because you treated us too equally. My interest has dropped significantly.” In the preview released immediately after, Youngsoo was seen actively flirting during '1:1 conversations' with the three solo women, and Hyunsook, leaning on Sangcheol's shoulder and acting cute, surprised everyone by suggesting a morning walk with Youngsoo in front of Sangcheol, raising curiosity for the next broadcast.
[Kim So-yeon, Star Today Reporter]
