Actor Kim Min Jae opens up in the latest episode of Each House Couple, revealing his emotional search for his long-lost mother after more than forty years apart. The previous episode introduced viewers to Kim and his wife Choi Yoora, dubbed the “Work-Rich Couple,” who have been married for a decade but have lived separately for just as long, drawing attention for their unconventional relationship. In the ninth episode airing tonight, Thursday, Kim’s story takes center stage as he balances his professional dedication with a deeply personal journey. The episode uncovers the pain he has long concealed behind his cheerful demeanor. In a moving scene, Kim returns to his childhood neighborhood, retracing the steps of the eight-year-old boy who last saw his mother over four decades ago. His emotional plea, asking locals if they’ve seen her, leads to a faint glimmer of hope when someone reports a possible sighting.
His expression, caught between longing and fear, captures the gravity of the moment. Back in the studio, MC Moon So Ri reflects on the heartbreak, questioning how a mother could ever forget her child, while Choi Yoora silently weeps in empathy for her husband’s suffering. The production team shared that this episode marks Kim Min Jae’s first public revelation of his family story, inviting viewers to reflect on the meaning of family and resilience. The heartfelt episode of Each House Couple, the reality program spotlighting couples who live apart, airs tonight on tvN STORY.
