Kim Jong-kook Gets Heated on 'Dating for Weight Loss' Due to Deep Immersion

TV CHOSUN's new variety show, 'Dating for Weight Loss,' is set to premiere on November 5th, generating significant buzz.

Dubbed a 'love diet project,' the show follows contestants striving for both romantic relationships and physical transformations. The program features muscular host Kim Jong-kook, relatable entertainer Lee Su-ji, and diet companion Uee as the main MCs, promising a unique experience where participants can 'lose weight and fall in love.'

During the show's intensive boot camp, contestants exercise together and cultivate romantic feelings. Their bold actions to secure love are expected to offer viewers an incredibly immersive experience. The MCs themselves reportedly experienced a rollercoaster of emotions, deeply invested in the participants' day-to-day changes.

Reflecting on his participation, Kim Jong-kook shared, "I was deeply immersed in the process of someone who didn't expect much from love, falling in love, getting hurt, and getting back up." He added, "The motivation to seek self-improvement through love itself was astonishing." He further explained his occasional outbursts, stating, "It was frustrating and disheartening to see participants, who don't have much dating experience, miss the crucial points."

Lee Su-ji, on the other hand, showed empathy towards the contestants and displayed uncanny predictive abilities. "I was moved by the participants who kept their promises to themselves and loved themselves, even when they wanted to give up," she said. "After rediscovering themselves, their feelings towards love changed. It felt like 'I was like that too once.'" When asked about her highly accurate predictions, which even sparked 'file leak' rumors among the production team, she humorously replied, "I am someone who succeeds in relationships. I'm a dating success story."

Uee was known as the 'expert on women's hearts' among the production team, deeply empathizing with female contestants while sometimes offering cool-headed analyses. She explained, "Having gone through intense diets since my idol days, I understand the participants' struggles better than anyone. That's why my honest thoughts came out. I apologize if it sounded harsh; as a fellow woman, my desire for them to succeed was even greater."

'Dating for Weight Loss' will air its first episode on November 5th at 10 PM on TV CHOSUN.

Netizens are reacting positively to the upcoming show, with comments like, 'If Kim Jong-kook got that frustrated, the contestants must be really desperate!', 'I'm so excited for all the MCs! I hope to get dating tips and diet motivation,' and 'The MCs getting overly invested already looks fun.' The show is building anticipation for its premiere.