Actor Kim Min-jae Turns Away from Mother After 40 Years Apart

Actor Kim Min-jae, who embarked on a journey to meet his biological mother after 40 years, ultimately turned back, unable to muster the courage, a story that has evoked poignant emotions.

Appearing on the tvN STORY entertainment program 'Gakjip Couple' on the 30th, Kim Min-jae revealed his longing for the mother who left him when he was young. He candidly shared the process of searching for his mother, whom he had been separated from at the age of 8, capturing viewers' attention.

During a psychological counseling session, Kim Min-jae explained the reasons behind his mother's departure. "I was separated from my biological mother for a very long time. My mother and father ran a very successful shoe store in the city center, but it went bankrupt. Life became difficult, and conflicts with my father deepened," he shared about the challenging circumstances at the time.

He further recalled, "I remember my mother having a big fight with my father and throwing a heavy stew pot into the yard before leaving. I was so scared and noticed her actions, and that was the last time I saw her." He reminisced about the past with deep emotion.

Despite the painful memories, Kim Min-jae summoned the courage to meet his mother. He visited the administrative welfare center to obtain her address from official documents. After bidding farewell to the kind neighbors who had cared for him like parents, he set off to find his mother.

However, upon arriving at his mother's residence, Kim Min-jae could not bring himself to knock on the door. "I thought it would be rude to just show up unannounced," he explained, ultimately leaving without delivering the gifts he had prepared. Instead, he placed a heartfelt letter expressing his longing for his mother in the mailbox, finding solace in this gesture.

The contents of the letter Kim Min-jae wrote brought tears to the studio. Many viewers expressed deep empathy for his courage and heartfelt emotions, sending messages of support after the broadcast.

Netizens watching the broadcast commented, 'Actor Kim Min-jae's feelings are so touching,' 'I hope you meet her after 40 years. I hope you find the courage next time!', and 'Your mother must miss you dearly too,' sending messages of support and encouragement.