'I Am Solo' Season 28's Jeongsook Surges in Popularity, Overtaking Hyunsuk in Preview Buzz

Jeongsook from the 28th season of the reality dating show 'I Am Solo' has unexpectedly become the center of attention, surpassing Hyunsuk in viewer interest following the preview. The episode aired on the 10th featured the cast's first after-work gathering subsequent to the initial impression selections. As predicted by Song Hae-na, Yeongsu presented a gentle demeanor, earning votes from Yeongja, Sunja, and Yeongsuk. Meanwhile, Sangcheol secured a dominant position by receiving choices from popular female contestants Hyunsuk, Oksoon, and Jeongsook. Despite some male participants like Sangcheol, Gwangsu, and Yeongsik receiving zero initial votes, they were granted an opportunity to make a comeback during the self-introduction segment. Conversely, Yeongsu and Sangcheol's interactions with female cast members en route to the accommodation subtly altered their initial perceptions, adding an element of unpredictability.

Yeongho, the youngest participant at 37 years old (born in '89), resides in Seoul and hails from Ganghwa Island. A graduate of Korea National Sport University with a major in Leisure Sports, he now runs a business supplying diving and life-saving equipment to government agencies like fire stations and coast guards. He mentioned he has no children and recently ended a common-law marriage. When Oksoon inquired about his preferences regarding women with children, Yeongho thoughtfully responded that he would prefer someone whose child is emotionally mature enough to foster a connection with him as a father. Yeongsik also revealed a surprising side. Despite his youthful appearance, defying his 45 years, he identified himself as a city planning engineer and the father of an 18-year-old daughter. He shared that his daughter secretly applied for 'I Am Solo' on his behalf, expressing her desire for him to participate, which garnered favor from the female contestants. Gwangsu, tall and slender, appeared wearing thick-rimmed glasses and revealed he lived in England from middle school until his mid-twenties. He surprised everyone by stating he had worked as a music A&R director and producer for over a decade. Gwangsu confessed he married against his parents' wishes, later divorced, and raised his then 6-month-old daughter alone. Now 19 and preparing for college entrance exams, his daughter encouraged him to join 'I Am Solo.' He also mentioned that he's fine with any children as long as it's not three sons, and his extensive experience as a kindergarten teacher at church indicates his capability in raising young children, which appealed to the women.

During the initial gathering, Jeongsook displayed a notably spirited demeanor. She expressed regret over her mismatched initial impression with Yeongsu, but their unexpected chemistry led to her playfully calling him "Ya" before correcting herself to "Oppa" and erupting in laughter. In a one-on-one conversation with Yeongsu, Jeongsook exhibited bold behavior, linking arms and even holding hands. However, the following day, Jeongsook admitted, "I'd forgotten everything because I was so drunk yesterday. I'll have to watch the broadcast to find out what I did." Defconn commented, "I feel like my mind is going to break from the first night. It feels like they're live-streaming their personal lives. If this is day one, I can't imagine the next five days," before adding, "Please just watch this process beautifully."

Jeongsook, a contestant in the 28th season of 'I Am Solo,' immediately captured viewers' attention with her bold personality from the very first episode. Her unexpected chemistry with Yeongsu, a participant she had initial impressions with, became a major talking point. Her admission of forgetting her actions due to intoxication has further heightened anticipation for the upcoming episodes.