Before his appearance on SuchvitaBTS’ Suga was genuinely stunned after his next guest revealed an unexpected connection with HYBE founder Bang Si-hyuk, which involved marriage, at least in theory.
Fans quickly identified the guest Suga teased as none other than legendary idol actress Uhm Jung-hwa, a pioneer who has dominated both music and acting for decades. While anticipation for their conversation was already high, one particular moment from the teaser sent online communities into shock.
During the preview, Suga brought up the classic MBC variety show We got marriedwhere celebrities were paired up to act as married couples. She revealed that Uhm Jung-hwa was once considered for the show and that her potential partner was none other than Bang Si-hyuk himself.
Uhm Jung-hwa explained that this would be the first time she would meet Bang Si-hyuk, which led many to assume that the two were seriously considered a “married couple” on screen. Known for her sharp wit, she quickly turned the moment into comedy, joke, “Now I regret it.”
Naturally, Suga asked why, eliciting laughter as Uhm Jung-hwa added that if they had become close then, she might have ended up signing with HYBE. The comment sent Suga and viewers into disbelief, imagining an alternate K-pop universe where Bang PD and Uhm Jung-hwa shared that iconic show.
Once the teaser was released, netizens couldn’t stop reacting. Many joked that if Bang Si-hyuk actually appeared We got marriedBTS would never let him live like this. Others called it a “historic missed opportunity,” pairing one of Korea’s most influential producers with one of its most iconic stars.
Uhm Jung-hwa, often called a living legend of Korean entertainment, debuted in the early 1990s and successfully merged the worlds of K-pop, film and television. Its ability to remain relevant across generations made the reveal even more fascinating for fans.
Even though the almost-wedding never happened, the story added a surprising and hilarious layer to Bang Si-hyuk’s past and gave fans another reason to tune in. Suchvita.
Many joked online: “This is a moment of K-entertainment that we will always regret never seeing.”
Sources: Koreaboo
