In a recent broadcast of Channel A’s “These Days Man Life – Groom Lessons” (Episode 147), Shim Hyung-tak and Saya unveiled their second child for the first time. Two weeks before Saya’s due date, they invited hanbok researcher Park Sul-nyeo to their home for a special gift and encouragement, leaving their living room filled with emotion. They exclusively revealed the news of their child Shim Haru’s birth on the show, following their entire wedding process between Korea and Japan. The episode recorded a viewership rating of 2.3% among paid households nationwide, according to Nielsen Korea.
During the episode, Lee Seung-chul celebrated Kim Jong-min’s upcoming wedding, scheduled for April 20. Kim Jong-min expressed gratitude to his fiancée, affectionately nicknamed “Hee-woong,” through a video message. Meanwhile, Kim Il-woo visited a stadium to support Park Sun-young’s soccer team. During their meeting, their interactions led to playful exchanges about relationships and marriage.
After the game, Kim Il-woo and Park Sun-young went to a date spot prepared by her, where Kim Il-woo revealed his annual goal to marry, suggesting that this year might be the one.
Continuing with Shim Hyung-tak and Saya’s story, the episode showed their preparations for the upcoming childbirth. Shim Hyung-tak supported his wife Saya with morning yoga and massages, expressing his mixed feelings about becoming a father. As they unboxed baby items, Park Sul-nyeo made a surprise visit, bringing traditional Korean gifts and offering advice. The conversation touched on Shim’s drinking habits, with suggestions for him to quit alcohol for his health and his family’s future.
Park Sul-nyeo presented a traditional Korean ‘geumjul’ (a protective talisman) and other handmade baby gifts. Shim Hyung-tak expressed his gratitude and emotion, as they currently lack older relatives to assist them. Park Sul-nyeo encouraged Shim to quit drinking altogether, to which he committed, promising to drink only when necessary.
The show concluded with the heartwarming reveal of their son Shim Haru, marking an emotional and significant moment.