"Meeting Warmly"... 55-Year-Old Ji Sang-ryeol Officially Acknowledges Relationship with 16-Year-Younger Show Host! Signals for 'Meeting the Parents' at the Samgyetang Restaurant?

The representative 'Gold Mister' of the comedy world, Ji Sang-ryeol (55), has finally fallen in love. The partner is the beautiful show host Shin Bo-ram (39), who is 16 years younger.

In the KBS 2TV flagship entertainment program 'The Man Who Cooks Season 2 (hereafter Salim Nam 2)' aired on the 29th, Ji Sang-ryeol appeared and candidly shared his previously hidden romantic story.

◆ "Are we dating? It's a bit embarrassing..."

On this day, MC Eun Ji-won, Lee Yo-won, and cast member Park Seo-jin persistently asked Ji Sang-ryeol about his current relationship with Shin Bo-ram. Ji Sang-ryeol, smiling shyly, said, "The phrase 'Are we dating?' feels a bit awkward at my age," but officially acknowledged the dating fact by stating "We are getting along very well and warmly."

This is the result of a public blind date that took place about three months ago through the arrangement of his close friend Yum Kyung-hwan in August. At that time, the two formed a warm atmosphere, receiving support from viewers.

◆ "I consider my girlfriend during live broadcasts"... Delicate manners

Ji Sang-ryeol also revealed his thoughtfulness towards his girlfriend. When asked about the frequency of their contact, he said, "Her job as a show host means she has many live broadcast schedules," and added, "I don't just call her randomly; I always ask first via message, 'Are you available to talk now?' before contacting her," showcasing his delicate side.

In particular, when asked if he has met her parents, Ji Sang-ryeol said, "Her parents run a samgyetang restaurant," listing the restaurant's menu and implying that there has already been considerable interaction with the prospective in-laws. When MC Eun Ji-won joked, "I heard Bo-ram's mother is such a beauty," Ji Sang-ryeol immediately reacted, showing his 'proud boyfriend' side and making the scene burst into laughter.

Since his debut in 1996, Ji Sang-ryeol has been loved for his unique wit and character through shows like '1 Night 2 Days' and 'Dae Jang Geum'. The public's attention is focused on whether his serious romance, which has come in his mid-50s, will lead to the fruit of marriage.