Choo Shin-soo’s wife, Ha Won-mi, has recently sparked interest by showcasing her Black Card in a YouTube video titled ″I Secretly Went While My Husband Was in the US.″ In the video, she made a small purchase of 5,000 won, capturing the attention of viewers.

While Choo was in the United States, Ha Won-mi took the opportunity to embark on a dream trip to Yangyang. She aimed to experience a ″guesthouse trip,″ something she had missed out on while raising her children. During her visit, she used her Black Card at a rest stop to buy some manju (Korean dumplings), playfully questioning whether the card would work for such a small amount. To her surprise, the transaction was successful.

Continuing her culinary adventure, Ha Won-mi used her Black Card to buy various snacks, including kimbap and tteokbokki (stir-fried rice cakes). Black Cards are exclusive to the top 0.1% of earners, with annual incomes exceeding hundreds of millions of won and financial assets in the billions. The issuance of these cards involves a rigorous screening process that evaluates card usage history, social influence, and credit ratings. Holders typically include CEOs, celebrities, second-generation chaebols, and global artists.

The privileges associated with Black Cards are extensive, offering benefits that far surpass those of regular credit cards. These include complimentary stays at five-star hotels, vouchers for Michelin-starred restaurants, first-class upgrades on Korean Air and Asiana Airlines, unlimited access to airport lounges worldwide, and dedicated concierge services. Annual fees can reach several million won.

During her stay at a guesthouse in Yangyang, Ha Won-mi enjoyed some leisure time, surfing and sipping beer. She humorously remarked, ″I’m going to enjoy myself like Cinderella for two days and one night.″