Emotional 70th Birthday Celebration for Park Seo-jin's Father on Salim Nam

The latest episode of KBS2's Salim Nam (살림하는 남자들 시즌2) aired on July 5, showcasing an emotional 70th birthday celebration for Park Seo-jin's father alongside Ji Sang-ryeol's lighthearted daily life. The show achieved a remarkable 6.3% nationwide viewership rating, with the birthday segment peaking at 7.6%. This success allowed Salim Nam to secure the top spot in Saturday entertainment ratings for six consecutive weeks, outperforming strong drama lineups across all channels.

In this episode, special guest Kim Yoo-yeon from the 24-member girl group TripleS joined the cast. Park Seo-jin opened the show by announcing, "Good news should be shared widely," highlighting that Salim Nam ranked first in both KBS's weekly entertainment ratings and overall channel ratings.

The episode continued the story of Park Seo-jin and his father visiting a photo studio at the father's request. Park Seo-jin's father expressed his desire to take a longevity photo, leading to an emotional moment where Park Seo-jin shed tears, reflecting on his father's intentions and the inevitability of time. He shared, "Is he trying to take this photo before he gets sicker? I understand my father's feelings, but seeing him prepare for that day so calmly made me very sad."

Later, Park Seo-jin received the completed longevity photo and cried as he held it, vowing to create more memories with his father while he is still around. Meanwhile, Park Seo-jin's mother and sister, Hyo-jung, traveled to the island of Sin-do to prepare for the birthday celebration, reminiscing about their difficult past there.

Despite the hardships, Park Seo-jin's mother expressed her love for her husband and their children as the reason for enduring tough times. Hyo-jung, hearing these stories for the first time, felt a renewed sense of gratitude towards her parents, promising to repay their sacrifices.

Upon arriving at Sin-do, the family set up the birthday feast, and soon after, Park Seo-jin and his siblings surprised their father with a celebration attended by local residents. Park Seo-jin's engaging hosting led to heartwarming moments, including a kiss shared between the parents, and his brother Hyo-young bravely kissed their father's cheek.

As the festivities began, Park Seo-jin performed 'Baekse Insaeng' (백세인생), lifting the atmosphere. His father remarked, "Today is the happiest day of my seventy years. After hardship comes joy, and I never thought I would experience a day like this. I can't express this feeling in words; it brought me to tears."

After the successful celebration, Park Seo-jin and his siblings presented their father with a gratitude plaque, moving him to tears. Hyo-young expressed his wish for their father to enjoy a more comfortable life moving forward, which was a poignant moment for the family.

In a touching conclusion, Park Seo-jin's father revealed a handwritten letter he had prepared for his family, urging them to live harmoniously even after he is gone, emphasizing the importance of their blended family.

Meanwhile, Ji Sang-ryeol discussed marriage news among friends and family, humorously lamenting how his chances of finding a partner have decreased due to his friend Eun Ji-won’s recent remarriage. This led to a comedic segment where Ji Sang-ryeol embarked on a 'rejuvenation project' by visiting the legendary actress Sunwoo Yong-nyeo, who at 81 has become Korea's oldest YouTuber.

Sunwoo offered Ji Sang-ryeol advice on life and relationships, emphasizing the importance of genuine love and connection over superficial standards. Their playful banter provided a lighthearted contrast to the emotional family moments, showcasing the show's ability to blend heartfelt storytelling with humor.

Salim Nam continues to air every Saturday at 9:20 PM on KBS2.