Kim Jong-kook’s serious post-marriage attitude surprised his fellow cast members during the October 19 episode of Running Man.
In the episode, the members played a game where they had to answer each other’s questions honestly to earn points. Guests Yang Se-hyung and Jeon So-min joined the show, adding their trademark humor and energy.
Toward the end of the round, Yoo Jae-suk’s team posed a tough question: “ I will leave ‘Running Man’ by the end of this year.”
Caught off guard, Kim Jong-kook asked cautiously, “This year? There are only three months left!” Castmate Song Ji-hyo laughed, confirming, “Yes, just three months left!”
When Yoo Jae-suk pressed again — “Are you planning to quit?” — Kim Jong-kook replied firmly, “No.”
His composed and serious tone immediately drew attention, with Yoo Jae-suk teasing him, “Wow, he’s changed since getting married! Before, he would’ve just joked and moved on.”
Even Ji Seok-jin and Jeon So-min joined in, joking, “Oppa, why so serious? It’s just a game!”
Smiling, Kim Jong-kook explained, “I have a family now. I can’t be careless anymore.”
Yoo Jae-suk nodded, amused, “See? I told you he’s different now.”
In the end, the only person who answered “Yes” to the question was guest Yang Se-hyung, while Kim Jong-kook, Song Ji-hyo, HaHa, and Choi Daniel all responded “No,” giving Yoo Jae-suk’s team the win.
The moment quickly circulated online, with fans amused by Kim Jong-kook’s transformation. Many commented that his once playful, carefree charm has evolved into a more thoughtful and responsible demeanor — one that suits his new chapter as a married man.
“He’s really embodying the husband aura now,” one viewer wrote.
“Yoo Jae-suk teasing him for being too serious was so funny!” another added.
As the episode came to a close, viewers couldn’t help but reflect on how Kim Jong-kook’s evolving personality continues to add a fresh dynamic to Running Man. From his days as the show’s competitive “Sparta” to now being the cast’s dependable “married man,” fans praised how he’s grown while still keeping his trademark wit and strength.
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