KBS 2TV's "Salimnam" aired on the 31st of last month, featuring the meeting of Park Seo-jin and Shin Seung-tae's families, as well as the 100-day anniversary date of the couple Ji Sang-ryeol and Shin Bo-ram. The episode recorded a nationwide viewership rating of 4.4% according to Nielsen Korea, with the highest rating of 6.5% during the scene where Shin Seung-tae's father confessed his battle with stomach cancer.

Musical actress Kim So-hyun appeared as a special guest, introducing herself as a "housewife" and expressing her desire to become a regular cast member. Kim So-hyun shared anecdotes about the generation gap with her husband Son Jun-ho, who is eight years younger, mentioning their different experiences during the construction of the 63 Building. She announced that her middle school son Son Joo-an won gold awards domestically and internationally at an invention contest for accessibility for the disabled, and revealed that her entire family graduated from Seoul National University, proving their genetic excellence.

Park Seo-jin visited Shin Seung-tae's house and met his family. Shin Seung-tae's family warmly welcomed Park Seo-jin and showed genuine feelings by even planning a move in anticipation of Shin Seung-tae becoming a regular on "Salimnam." Shin Seung-tae's father joked about signing autographs and preparing handover documents for Park Seo-jin. Feeling the warmth of the family, Park Seo-jin began to help Shin Seung-tae. She displayed her variety show skills by inspecting the house and pointing out traces of a romantic relationship, such as couple slippers, pillows, and blankets stained with cosmetics.

Shin Seung-tae's father revealed that he had also appeared on "Morning Yard" and suggested that Park Seo-jin join him on stage. He then invited Park Seo-jin to the family-run store to prepare for the evening business together. Park Seo-jin showed her skill in fishing by catching flatfish directly from the tank. Shin Seung-tae's mother prepared dishes not on the menu for Park Seo-jin, who cannot eat seafood, and Shin Seung-tae's father expressed his affection for the program by saying he would dedicate himself to "Salimnam."

Shin Seung-tae's family shared stories of living together in a single room in Seoul after their house was auctioned off due to debt guarantees, and the process of his father's battle with stomach cancer. The father was diagnosed with stage 3 stomach cancer and underwent 16 rounds of chemotherapy and surgery to remove two-thirds of his stomach. Recalling the difficult times, the father confessed his feelings about not having undergone health checkups at the time. The mother shed tears, and Park Seo-jin showed deep empathy. Park Seo-jin sincerely acknowledged that despite Shin Seung-tae's bright and sociable appearance, there was pain in his family. Lee Yo-won added that the two were able to quickly become close because they had gone through similar times.

Shin Seung-tae's parents wished for Shin Seung-tae to succeed like Park Seo-jin and inquired about the next filming schedule. They ended the meeting by singing impromptu songs.

Next, Ji Sang-ryeol and Shin Bo-ram, who celebrated 100 days of public dating, revealed their first official outdoor date. Ji Sang-ryeol created a romantic atmosphere by presenting Shin Bo-ram with a surprise bouquet of flowers. Shin Bo-ram led the mood with her charm and natural physical affection. The two enjoyed playing claw machines, and Ji Sang-ryeol showed cute jealousy at Shin Bo-ram's excellent skills. At the ice rink, they held hands wearing couple gloves.

Eun Ji-won revealed that his wife disliked couple items during their dating days, and when Park Seo-jin asked about it, Eun Ji-won replied, "She might hate me," causing laughter.

During the ice rink date, Ji Sang-ryeol fell several times, and Shin Bo-ram helped him closely with lessons and physical affection. Ji Sang-ryeol intentionally reenacted the same situations, performing physical comedy such as resting his head on her lap. The date ended with an intimate meal in the camping zone.

Shin Bo-ram said about their public relationship, "I hope people support us dating beautifully. We're meeting warmly." Ji Sang-ryeol asked about the reactions around Shin Bo-ram, who said that although her mother worried due to fake news and rumors, the relationship itself was supported. When Ji Sang-ryeol felt burdened by their 16-year age difference, Shin Bo-ram replied, "We're about the same age."

Usually stoic Ji Sang-ryeol expressed affection by saying to Shin Bo-ram, "You're lovely," and showed a disarmed appearance in response to her charm.

This episode delivered laughter and excitement by featuring various stories such as Shin Seung-tae's family's challenge to become regular cast members, Park Seo-jin's loyalty, and the changes in the couple Ji Sang-ryeol and Shin Bo-ram. "Salimnam" airs every Saturday night at 10:35 PM.

[Source: Provided by HNS HQ]