Throwback Tuesday: Lee Jae-myung recalls hilarious throwback to first-ever reality show
Imagine flipping through old family videos and stumbling upon a gem where your awkward younger self predicts the future - that's what happened on the 400th episode of SBS's 'Dong Sang Imong 2 - You Are My Destiny' aired on August 4, 2025. The show, starting July 10, 2017, celebrated by replaying its first episode featuring then-Seongnam mayor
Lee Jae-myung
and wife
Kim Hye-kyung
. Eight years later, with Lee as South Korea's President, the clip shows life's funny plot twists, with viewers laughing at their tense, innocent moments on set.
Awkward Vibes and Presidential Predictions
A fresh-faced Lee Jae-myung entered the studio nervously, "This is my first variety show, worried if I can pull it off," he said with a grin. Host Kim Sook exclaimed, "We've got valuable footage!" The highlight? Lee's joke saying, "If I became president, you wouldn't have invited me - assuming I wouldn't make it!"
Now president, this ironic clip is gold, plus they shared personal stories like his vasectomy, adding to the charm.
From Mayor to Mainstream Icon
In 2017, as 'Destiny Couple No. 1', shared real married life glimpses. The show boasts strong viewership - Nielsen Korea reports similar reality shows average 5-7% ratings. By 2025, it highlights their evolution, proving even presidents start hilariously human.
Why This Clip Matters
Seeing Lee embrace his goofy past humanises politics, emphasizing shared laughs over stiff images. For young dreamers, it's a reminder that joking about the future can spark real change.
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