Comedian Nam Hyeon-seung reveals health struggles during recent filming

Comedian Nam Hyeon-seung revealed on the YouTube channel Hello, Semi that he struggled to maintain awareness during a shoot after suffering from Norovirus and harsh winds at a ski resort. Despite his deteriorating condition, he completed the filming following an eight-hour journey to Chuncheon.

Comedian Nam Hyeon-seung has opened up about the difficulties he faced having to push through filming despite poor physical condition. A video released through the YouTube channel Hello, Semi captures Nam Hyeon-seung's daily life along with episodes related to the health issues that have recently plagued him.

"I can't even remember"... Struggles caused by ski resort winds and Norovirus

Nam Hyeon-seung expressed his honest feelings regarding his recent health problems. He reported that his physical condition deteriorated rapidly after visiting a ski resort. Describing the strong winds at the resort as "stone winds," he explained the harsh environment at the time. Despite his condition dropping sharply, he had to proceed to the filming site because the scheduled shoot could not be canceled.

Recalling the situation when his condition was particularly severe, he mentioned moments during filming when it was difficult to maintain proper awareness. Having been unwell since the day he returned from the ski resort, he had to participate in the shoot with a hoarse voice. He revealed that because the director at the time was a former athlete, it was difficult to stop filming, and he endured a grueling time, including an eight-hour journey to Chuncheon. He confessed that the pain and symptoms were so intense that he even could not remember what he did during meetings, stating, "I can't remember." He further described the pain, saying, "When it hurts too much, a sweet smell comes from your mouth."

Sibling-like chemistry, Nam Hyeon-seung's daily life and new challenges

The video depicts Nam Hyeon-seung's living space and a pleasant atmosphere with a guest who is close to him. Nam Hyeon-seung shared his current status, noting that following his previously operated channel Funny Duo, he is now pursuing new challenges by running a channel called It's Lunchtime.

During the shoot, conversation continued as they shared braim-jjim prepared by Nam Hyeon-seung. Nam Hyeon-seung and the guest showed a friendly rapport, exuding a sibling-like atmosphere with similar appearances. When asked to provide counseling for worries, Nam Hyeon-seung displayed his characteristic humorous side by giving answers like a fortune teller.

"Let go of your lingering attachments"... Whimsical answers during counseling

Nam Hyeon-seung led the atmosphere on set with whimsical and witty responses when asked to counsel worries. To the question of whether he could achieve great success in 2026, he responded, "Let go of your lingering attachments," and when asked if he could earn a lot of money, he drew laughter by answering, "Let go of the obsession that you must do so." Additionally, when asked if he could get a boyfriend, he responded wittily with a reaction of "the obsession that you must do so."

Nam Hyeon-seung introduced his home, revealing a dressing room organized by his mother and a computer room where he films for TikTok. He also mentioned his recent Norovirus symptoms, noting how he was unable to move properly even during a meeting due to his poor condition, candidly revealing his professional responsibility to continue filming even while ill and the physical limits he faced in the process.

Source: original video (YouTube)