Lee Yeon-bok, who couldn't be by his father's side at the end of his life: "If you earn a lot of money, is that filial piety? It's all in vain" [Playlist 109]

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Chinese chef Lee Yeon-bok reveals the heartbreaking story of not being able to be with his father at the end of his life while living in Japan.

On the 8th, ahead of the final episode broadcast of MBC's "Songs That Survived Today - Playlist 109" (planned by Choi Haeng-ho, directed by Lee Min-ji, Heo Ja-yoon, and Kim Seong-nyeon, hereinafter 'Playlist 109'), released a preview video featuring the meeting between Lee Yeon-bok, MCs Lee Seok-hoon, Lee Jun, and DinDin.

In the released video, Lee Yeon-bok recalls the time when he started new challenges in Japan. With the mindset of not making it easy to return, he shared the heart-wrenching story of having to leave his young children behind in Korea and depart for Japan with his wife.

Especially, he brought up the story of how his father, who had been battling illness for a long time while they were staying in Japan, passed away, but he was unable to be by his side at the end, leaving the MCs solemn. Lee Yeon-bok revealed that when he finally returned to Korea late, tears did not come out, but the moment he lay down alone at home, the tears he had held back poured out all at once.

Through this experience, Lee Yeon-bok also conveys a profound realization about the meaning of filial piety. He said, "I thought that earning a lot of money would make me filial, but it was all in vain," expressing his belief that true filial piety lies in visiting often and sharing meals and conversations, even without money.

What kept Lee Yeon-bok going through the difficult life in Japan was a special song sent by his daughter. Hearing a song that resonated with his situation of being away from family gave him great strength, and the MCs deeply empathized with Lee Yeon-bok's story.

In the main broadcast, Lee Seok-hoon and Lee Jun take the stage for the first time as a duet in honor of Lee Yeon-bok. The two sing his "support song" with sincerity while recalling his past experiences, and upon hearing the song, Lee Yeon-bok reveals deep emotion, saying, "It brought back old memories."

The "legendary success story" that Lee Yeon-bok has built is also revealed. Starting food delivery at age 13 due to family circumstances, he went on to become the youngest kitchen chief at the Taiwan embassy and eventually returned home in triumph after earning a fortune in Japan, showcasing his relentless life journey. The episode airs at 9 p.m. on the 8th.

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