Lovely children who capture the hearts of viewers have returned.
The ENA entertainment program 'My Kid's Private Life' (hereafter 'My Life'), aired on the 23rd, allows viewers to observe the private lives of children through their first challenges that adults were unaware of.
Following 12 episodes aired in the second half of last year, the show has resumed with episode 13. To maintain continuity with previous broadcasts, this episode starts with episode 13 instead of a new season, featuring the travel stories of the Dodo siblings, Yeon-woo and Ha-young, in Vietnam, the story of language genius Baby Tae-ha who has returned as an older brother, and the travel stories of Sarang and Yuto in Korea.
In this episode, the children of Jang Yoon-jung and Do Kyung-wan, Yeon-woo and Ha-young, as well as actress Park Yeon-soo and former soccer player Song Jong-kook's daughter Song Ji-a, were featured.
Yeon-woo and Ha-young, who left for the United States last year, returned looking much taller. In particular, Ha-young, who had been on screen since she was one year old through PD Kang Bong-kyu's previous work 'The Return of Superman', has now grown into a dignified 7-year-old lady, catching attention. Although her front teeth are missing, her appearance has become much prettier compared to last year. Returning MC Do Kyung-wan expressed his anticipation, saying, "You can see a somewhat upgraded new version of Ha-young compared to back then."
Yeon-woo shared in an interview with the production team, "My confidence in doing things alone has increased," stating that he gained confidence from the previous broadcast. Jang Yoon-jung, while watching the VCR, also hinted at the siblings' growth, saying, "They say, 'We can do it ourselves.' I couldn't leave them alone before, but now I can say, 'Go ahead.' They can stay home alone for a few hours."
As Jang Yoon-jung mentioned, the Dodo siblings have grown significantly. The two started their subway journey in Seoul to buy Korean language materials needed by their dad, Do Kyung-wan, who was invited as a special instructor at a Korean language school in Vietnam. Despite it being their first subway trip alone, they calmly purchased disposable transportation cards and navigated without getting lost. The children even ordered in-flight meals from the flight attendants in English and playfully deferred the bill to their dad.
In Vietnam, the children showed their cleverness by comparing exchange rates for currency exchange and asking locals for information before boarding a bus to the market. Yeon-woo, the caring older brother, looked after his adorable younger sister Ha-young, capturing the hearts of online aunts and uncles.
Song Ji-a's appearance, revealed after a long time on the show, was also impressive. The broadcast featured her diligently practicing golf as she learned in lessons and working hard to stay fit without a single complaint despite her busy schedule, making it clear why she earned the nickname 'Song Ji-a the Hard Worker.'
Although not featured in this episode, the much-discussed travel stories of Sarang and Yuto in Korea and Tae-ha's story will also be revealed. Additionally, the travel stories of Jung Woong-in's three daughters in Japan will be shared.
A completely new face that has not been revealed in the media will also make an appearance. This is the rising SNS star Do-a. Currently sharing her daily life through her YouTube channel 'Ddo Ddo Do-a', she will appear as a dialect master. Joining the ranks of 'online nieces and nephews', Do-a, who has garnered affection from YouTube subscribers, is the daughter of Park Jung-woo, a player from Uiseong County who appeared on KBS2's entertainment program 'The Joy of Wrestling'. With her charming looks inherited from her handsome father, expectations are high for the daily life that Do-a will showcase.
At the press conference held before the broadcast, PD Kang Bong-kyu mentioned, "I've heard a lot that 'My Life' is too much of a fantasy," adding, "I think we have to go intentionally towards fantasy." He continued, "I believe that praise can make even whales dance. When you praise children, they actually change and grow. You don't have to praise the program, but please praise the kids." He also shared the intention behind the program, stating, "If children grow up happily, their families will become happy because of them. I hope the children can grow up a little happier and more joyfully."
From the first episode, the Dodo siblings and Song Ji-a's appearances are filled with praise and affection. PD Kang expects that, just like in 'The Return of Superman' and in the 12 episodes of 'My Life' aired last year, this broadcast will also convey a sense of happiness to viewers, as if they are peeking into a fairy tale through the children. This is why viewers are already looking forward to the children's stories that will capture their hearts.
[Kim So-yeon, Star Today Reporter]
