Kim Jong-kook Reveals Newlywed Life: 'My Wife Dries and Reuses Wet Wipes!'

On the latest episode of KBS2's 'Problem Child in House,' singer Kim Jong-kook shared amusing details from his three-week-old newlywed life, highlighting his famously frugal nature.

Joining fellow cast members Song Eun-yi, Kim Sook, Hong Jin-kyung, Yang Se-chan, and Joo Woo-jae, alongside guest Eugene, Kim Jong-kook couldn't help but reveal his wife's extreme money-saving habits. He confessed that his wife dries and reuses wet wipes, a practice he insisted he never suggested but found incredibly impressive.

His co-star Kim Sook playfully teased him, suggesting that his wife might be glancing at him every time she uses a tissue, implying she's seeking his approval for her frugal actions. This sparked laughter among the cast, who are familiar with Kim Jong-kook's reputation for being thrifty.

Furthermore, Kim Jong-kook recounted a sweet moment where he watched his wife doing dishes in the morning. When he stared at her, she preemptively asked if she was running the water too loudly. Kim Jong-kook admitted he heard the water, which only added to the comedic revelation of his unwavering penny-pinching ways even after marriage.

'Problem Child in House' airs every Thursday at 8:30 PM KST on KBS2.

Kim Jong-kook is a renowned South Korean singer and television personality, widely recognized for his powerful physique and athletic endeavors. He has built a successful solo music career and is a staple on many popular variety shows. His recent marriage has brought much joy and well wishes from his extensive fanbase.