Lee Jae-myung appears on SNL Korea... "Asura is more fun than Maljukgeori Janghoksa"

Lee Jae-myung, the Democratic Party presidential candidate, talking with young people.
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[Asia Economy Reporter Seoyoung Kwon] Lee Jae-myung, the presidential candidate of the Democratic Party of Korea, appeared on 'SNL Korea.'

On the 6th, Lee appeared on the Coupang Play comedy program SNL Korea's segment 'Reporter Joo Goes.' 'Reporter Joo Goes' is a segment hosted by intern reporter Joo (actress Joo Hyun-young), who plays the role of a reporter. Reporter Joo asked Lee difficult questions and conducted a 'balance game' requiring him to choose between options.

On this day, Reporter Joo asked, "If you could only watch one movie during your vacation, either 'Once Upon a Time in High School' or 'Asura,' which would you choose?" Lee burst into laughter and replied, "I don't want to watch either," but added, "I've already seen both. Asura was more interesting." The movie 'Once Upon a Time in High School' featured actress Kim Bu-seon, who was involved in a scandal with Lee, while 'Asura' is a film that drew attention for its resemblance to the so-called Daejang-dong development preferential treatment allegations.

When asked, "If former Democratic Party presidential primary competitors Lee Nak-yeon and former Minister Chu Mi-ae both fell into water, whom would you save first?" Lee showed signs of being flustered, saying, "That's too difficult." He also said, "Do I really have to answer? I'd rather be the one who falls into the water," but after some thought, he answered, "I would save former Representative Lee first. This is not a matter of personal judgment but considering the overall political landscape, I think that's what I should do."

In addition, when asked, "If you were a character in the drama 'Squid Game,' would you participate in the game?" he answered, "No. I am a realist, and the odds are too low." When asked, "If you were reborn in your next life, would you choose to marry your current wife again or become president?" he said with a smile, "I want to marry my wife again, but unfortunately, my wife says she does not want to live that way again," adding, "(My wife) has some wounds. So I must definitely marry her again."

Lee also left a message for young people during the broadcast. He said, "I want to say let's work hard together," emphasizing, "The difficulties we face come from having few opportunities and a small pond." He continued, "Because the pond is small and shallow, friends clash with each other," and encouraged, "To get out of that, we need to widen the pond. That is the possible way."

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