Kangnam: "My wife Lee Sang-hwa has 500 gold medals; my bank account before marriage..."

Singer and entertainer Kangnam shared glimpses of his playful married life, highlighting his wife Lee Sang-hwa's immense wealth and charisma.

Appearing on the SBS variety show 'But Seriously!' (hereafter 'But Seriously!') aired on the night of the 27th, Kangnam candidly opened up about his love story with his wife, former national speed skater Lee Sang-hwa, and their current daily life. Kangnam brought laughter to the studio by revealing the stark contrast in their lives: while he once underwent a grueling transformation to lose 40kg in just three months after weighing nearly 100kg, he now relies heavily on his wife's financial power.

"Possessing 500 Gold Medals" Kangnam Surprised by Lee Sang-hwa's Wealth

Kangnam revealed his unique economic perspective while discussing his wife's wealth. "I use my money for small things like perilla leaves, tomatoes, and pork belly," he confessed, noting that while he uses his own card for daily expenses, major purchases like TVs or sofas are paid for with his wife's card. When asked about the income of the retired Lee Sang-hwa, Kangnam replied, "I went to Lee Sang-hwa's house, and there were so many gold medals. She has about 500 gold medals."

Episodes regarding their financial situation before marriage also followed. Kangnam boasted of his wife's financial savvy and stability, recalling a time he showed her his bank balance and she told him, "I think I can give you an allowance." Given that Kangnam had previously appeared on broadcast with a bank balance of only 3,422 won, his comments about his wife's reliable support were enough to pique viewers' interest.

Relentless Determination to Lose 40kg in 3 Months... "Even Dogs Run Away When My Wife is Angry"

Kangnam's intense determination during his debut process was also revealed. He recalled that when he weighed 100kg, he placed second in a band audition but was advised by the agency to "come back after losing weight." In response, Kangnam showed superhuman willpower by losing a staggering 40kg in just three months. He eventually succeeded in his debut after enduring a brutal diet that caused him to collapse twice.

His first meeting with Lee Sang-hwa took place through SBS's 'Law of the Jungle'. "I don't do things just because I want to get married," Kangnam said, adding, "I had no intention of marrying originally, but my soulmate suddenly appeared, and I thought I had to marry her." He added that after deciding to marry her immediately upon seeing her, they continued their relationship through gatherings after the jungle filming. Meanwhile, Kangnam shared anecdotes about dealing with his wife's powerful charisma. "When my wife gets angry, she has such an aura that even dogs run away," he said, drawing laughter as he admitted that during an argument, he ended up sitting down along with their pet dog at Lee Sang-hwa's single command, "Sit!"

Unstoppable Banter with Go Joon-hee and Kim Min-su

Unstoppable Banter with Go Joon-hee and Kim Min-su

Guests Go Joon-hee and Kim Min-su joined the broadcast to share stories with Kangnam. Go Joon-hee revealed a unique dating history where she once brought her mother along on a date with a man she was seeing.

A subtle tension also flowed between Kim Min-su and Go Joon-hee. During a couple-concept photo shoot, Go Joon-hee performed an impromptu kiss, and it was revealed that the two had been in contact every day. When the MCs asked if Kim Min-su had confessed his feelings, Go Joon-hee dropped a bombshell, saying, "He didn't say anything like that." In response, Kim Min-su shot back, "There used to be love in her eyes, but it has faded a lot now."

Kim Min-su also opened up about his past romantic regrets. He shared an anecdote about contacting an ex-girlfriend immediately after seeing a 'like' she accidentally left on his social media, and mentioned his experience of gifting a luxury bag because he was clumsy at expressing his feelings. He then caused a stir in the studio by revealing that his ideal type is an "older woman with cat-like features" who resembles Go Joon-hee.