Netflix variety show "Single's Inferno" Season 5 has released the final thoughts of its 15 cast members. From February 2 to 8, the viewership reached 3.1 million, with a total watch time of 45.1 million minutes, ranking second for three consecutive weeks in the global non-English show category. The program ranked first in South Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taiwan, and appeared in the top 10 lists of 18 countries including Thailand, Japan, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Cast member Kim Go-eun said, "For the first time, I was able to face how I appear in front of someone I like. From now on, I want to grow into a person who expresses myself more actively and warmly." Kim Min-ji stated, "I reflected a lot while watching the show, and it sometimes felt like watching a drama. When I look back on my life as I grow older, I think 'Single's Inferno' will be the brightest time for me."

Kim Jae-jin shared, "Just as morning comes after night, and spring follows winter, I hope that short moments will be remembered for a long time, just as long times are quickly forgotten." Park Hee-sun said, "It was a precious time to momentarily escape reality and focus solely on my emotions, deeply getting to know myself. I sincerely thank everyone who immersed themselves in and empathized with these unpretentious moments."

Song Seung-il said, "'Single's Inferno' was an honest and valuable experience to reflect on myself. It was meaningful to participate, and I thank everyone who watched." Shin Hyun-woo expressed, "I sincerely thank you for giving me a dream-like moment. Watching the show, I felt embarrassed seeing sides of myself I didn't know, and I watched it with bated breath."

Woo Sung-min said, "While watching 'Single's Inferno' with a trembling heart for a month, memories of the filming came back vividly. Thanks to it, I have good people left and good memories." Yoon Hyun-je said, "My life has always been a process of challenging, learning lessons, having regrets, and moving forward. 'Single's Inferno' was a big challenge for me, and now it remains a beautiful memory. I thank everyone who was with me."

Lee Seong-hoon said, "The time I could honestly face people in a completely different environment was a great lesson and gift to me. I will cherish this experience for a long time and repay with a better self in the future." Lee Joo-young said, "Last summer passed like a dream and remains an unforgettable good memory. Thank you always for your support, and please continue to love our members."

Lee Ha-eun said, "I hope to be remembered for my sincere self. This experience will be a precious memory that lasts a long time." Lim Soo-bin said, "Whenever difficult moments come in life, I think I will live with strength from these memories and recollections. Thank you for giving me happy memories." Jo Yi-geon said, "There were difficult moments, but it was a time to feel and learn a lot while being with good people. I thank everyone who watched and supported me through the show, and I will work hard to greet you with a better self in the future."

Choi Mina-soo said, "I will cherish all the time spent with 'Single's Inferno' Season 5. I sincerely thank the cast members, MCs, production team, and viewers of 'Single's Inferno' Season 5." Ham Ye-jin said, "At first, the show started with an excited heart, but it became a time to experience various emotions and reflect on myself. It was a time that brought much thought and growth."

Meanwhile, model Hong Jin-kyung apologized to 'Single's Inferno 5' cast member Choi Mina-soo. On February 12, Hong Jin-kyung posted a photo commemorating the 'Single's Inferno 5' wrap-up party on her official Instagram. The photo showed Hong Jin-kyung with her hands clasped in front of Choi Mina-soo, expressing apology. Choi Mina-soo playfully posed with an expression and posture as if she was angry, adding humor. Netizens responded, "Hong Jin-kyung unnie and Choi Mina-soo unnie carried the show," and "Thanks to both of you, 'Single's Inferno 5' was fun and rich."

Hong Jin-kyung served as the MC for 'Single's Inferno 5,' which ended on the 10th. Choi Mina-soo, who won Miss Earth in 2022 as the first Korean winner, caused conflicts from the beginning as she struggled among four male cast members. The MCs, including Hong Jin-kyung, showed cold reactions such as "No shield (defense) possible," "It's painful to watch," and "Please stop." After Choi Mina-soo cried following an emotional fight with Kim Min-ji over Song Seung-il, Hong Jin-kyung apologized, saying, "I talked about Mina-soo because I wondered how angry she must be because of us MCs. Sorry, Mina-soo."

Kim Min-ji and Choi Mina-soo reconciled in the 'Single's Inferno 5 Reunion' trailer released on February 11 on Netflix Korea's official YouTube channel. The video showed the cast gathered and talking together. When Kim Min-ji said to Choi Mina-soo, "Thank you for reaching out," Choi Mina-soo smiled and greeted her. Kim Min-ji added, "I was very sincere at that time." The two had shown conflict on the show. During a private conversation, Kim Min-ji said to Choi Mina-soo, "I think you don't really know yourself." After the conversation, Choi Mina-soo broke down in tears, which became a hot topic.

The 'Single's Inferno 5' reunion will be released on the 14th.