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Lee Yi Kyung is stepping into the spotlight as the special MC on SBS TV’s beloved show My Little Old Boy .
Renowned for their warm reception of special MCs, the “Mothers’ Avengers” offered a playful twist this time, teasing him with remarks such as “What a bad guy” and “The ultimate loser,” alluding to his role in Marry My Husband as a husband who cheats on his wife with her best friend. This role earned him the title of “national villain.”
The actor shared, “Nowadays, 90% of the people I run into react just like the moms.” He even recounted a surprising encounter with a neighbor that left him utterly speechless, sparking curiosity about the story.
On the show, Lee Yi Kyung surprised everyone, revealing a side of him that contrasted sharply with his on-screen persona. Shin Dong Yup highlighted Yi Kyung’s generosity, mentioning how he once helped a less fortunate military buddy by funding a chicken restaurant startup with his own money, totaling 100 million KRW (approx. 75,000 USD).
Lee Yi Kyung also shared a personal tidbit that amazed everyone: he hadn’t turned on his heater all winter, thanks to a “special method” passed down from his father, a former executive of a major corporation. This frugality resulted in a gas bill of just 20,000 KRW (approx. 15 USD) for the month. Hearing this, Kim Jong Kook’s mother playfully commented, “My son isn’t even that frugal,” giving a big laugh.
Fans of the drama Marry My Husband , where Yi Kyung delivered an unforgettable performance as a villain, can catch him on SBS’s My Little Old Boy airing this Sunday at 9:05 PM KST.
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