Ryu Seung-soo: "I acted like Bae Yong-joon's manager during 'Winter Sonata'... I was moved to tears" [Radio Star]

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Actor Ryu Seung-soo reveals on 'Radio Star' that his current situation is the exact opposite of his famous quote, "I wish no one knew me and I had a lot of money," sharing a bittersweet update.

The episode airing on the 2nd features Ryu Seung-soo, Cho Hye-ryun, Kasamatsu Sho, and Mimi in a special titled 'K-variety Odyssey'.

Ryu recalls the time when he gained widespread attention with his statement, "I wish no one knew me and I had a lot of money." He explains that fans loved this phrase so much that whenever they asked for autographs, he would write it down. To add some fun, he began creating cups featuring photos and text from his legendary 'Radio Star' appearance as a meme.

His merchandise gradually evolved. Ryu obtained permission from MBC to produce the cups not for sale but as gifts for fans. He later made grip socks, T-shirts, and hats himself, distributing them to fans through SNS events. The MCs remarked, "You're losing money while more people are getting to know you," highlighting how his situation has turned completely opposite to his famous quote, sparking laughter. Ryu even brought some of the merchandise he prepared to reveal it on the studio set.

He also shares stories from the time when 'Winter Sonata' earned him immense popularity in Japan. Although he couldn't participate in promotions at the time, he reveals that NHK in Japan actually visited Korea to conduct an interview with him. He then made a bold decision to travel to Japan, where he held solo fan meetings for about five years, singing on stage and taking photos with fans, creating special moments together.

He also opens up about his friendship with Bae Yong-joon, whom he met through 'Winter Sonata'. Recalling the peak of "Yonsama" Bae's popularity, Ryu shares bittersweet memories of acting like Yonsama's manager. He also reveals a touching story where Bae moved him deeply. Reflecting on that moment, he confesses, "I almost cried." He further shares how the two became long-time friends and recounts an episode where he was constantly asked by Japanese fans about Bae's whereabouts, adding more laughter to the show.

Ryu also reveals an unexpected part of his past. Upon seeing recent buzz around a list titled 'List of Celebrities Who Were Once Clowns', he realized his own history had been mentioned again. He discloses that he worked as a clown for about seven years. He particularly surprises everyone by sharing that he once met the world-renowned mime master Marcel Marceau and even participated in workshops with him.

On this day, Ryu brings out the clown hat he has kept for about 30 years. As he showcases various skills ranging from juggling to balloon art after a long time, the MCs express admiration for his unexpected talent. Ryu himself laughs, saying, "This is the busiest I've ever been on 'RAS'," as the continuous parade of skills fills the studio with laughter.

He also shares an unexpected piece of knowledge stemming from his experience with kidney stones. Ryu reveals that he has undergone major surgery twice and received extracorporeal shock wave therapy multiple times, continuing the conversation based on his personal experiences. During this, a sudden showdown unfolds between him and Kim Gura over their knowledge of the bladder, creating an unexpected 'bladder battle(?)' as both pour out their expertise, turning the studio into a sea of laughter.

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