Seo Jang-hoon offered realistic advice to a Kazakhstani international student appearing on KBS Joy's 'Ask me anything' who shared the difficulties she faced with dating apps in Korea. The student revealed that she came to Korea dreaming of the romance seen in Korean dramas, but experienced difficulties such as receiving inappropriate proposals from men she met through dating apps. In response, Seo Jang-hoon and Lee Soo-geun emphasized that rather than meeting through apps with unclear identities, it is important to take the time to get to know someone based on trust.
Reality Check on Dating Culture
On a recent episode of 'Ask Us Anything Fortune Teller,' a Kazakhstani student shared her struggles with finding a serious relationship in Korea after being inspired by K-dramas. Host Seo Jang-hoon advised that relying on dating apps often leads to casual encounters and cautioned against the risks of meeting strangers without verified backgrounds.
Building Trust in Relationships
Seo Jang-hoon and Lee Soo-geun emphasized that building a genuine connection requires time and caution, noting that even locals face challenges with online dating scams. They encouraged the guest to prioritize meeting people through reliable acquaintances and to take a slow approach to developing trust in new relationships.