[Edaily Starin Gim Ga Yeong Reporter] Rhymer from “Newlyweds 2” drew attention by revealing his thoughts on remarriage.

The episode of Channel A’s “Groom School 2” that aired on the 18th featured Rhymer’s daily life. Upon waking up, he went to the kitchen to sharpen his kitchen knife, then took a “rockfish” he had caught himself out of the freezer and skillfully prepared it. After finishing his meal—a clean, clear fish soup—he revealed his ideal partner, saying, “I once dreamed of becoming a chef when I was young,” and added, “Just seeing her enjoy the food I make would be enough for her to live with me.”
After the meal, Rhymer quickly washed the dishes and tidied up before heading somewhere—specifically, the headquarters of Brand New Music, the hip-hop label he has run for 23 years. Having worked tirelessly enough to build a seven-story building in the heart of Gangnam, he arrived at his CEO office and personally organized his schedule in an analog diary he’s been using since college. He then headed to the recording studio to direct Lee Eun-sang’s recording session. While the “Mentor Corps” showered praise on Rhymer for his professional demeanor, he also displayed his caring side by gifting Lee Eun-sang—who recently started living on his own—some fresh kimchi. Afterward, Rhymer showcased his charm by nonstop tackling tasks such as writing album liner notes and attending producer meetings.
After finishing work, he went out for a “rice soup gathering” with his father and younger sister, who both work in the company’s accounting department. During the meal, his father began nagging his “only son in three generations,” asking, “Are you seeing anyone? You can’t put this off any longer.” Rhymer grumbled, “I’ve already failed once—how could things go exactly as I want?” but then smiled and added, “I’d like a girl who loves rice soup and is willing to work out with me.” He then surprised everyone by saying, “Actually, these days, I’ve been thinking about quitting Brand New Music if I ever start a good family.” Hearing this in the studio, Kang Ye-won cheerfully retorted, “Yeah, quit. Quit and open a restaurant,” she quipped cheerfully. She offered warm advice, saying, “It’d be nice if you stopped being a ‘workaholic’ and lived a cozy, loving life with the woman you love.” His father and older sister also offered their support, saying, “Rhymer is a very responsible person, so even if he starts a family, he’ll handle it responsibly and do a great job.”
Immediately afterward, in a candid interview, Rhymer’s eyes welled up as he said, “Life has been tough, but I’ve lived without letting others see it,” and he shared his true feelings: “If I meet a precious partner I can never let go of again, what could be more important than love? I think I’ll focus on building a life with that person.”
Meanwhile, Rhymer married Ahn Hyun-mo, a broadcaster and former journalist, in 2017. The couple, who had shared glimpses of their married life on shows like “Same Bed, Different Dreams,” divorced in 2023—five years after their wedding—and are currently pursuing their respective careers.
That day, Lee Jung-jin, Cheon Myung-hoon, and Kim Sang-hyuk also went on blind dates. “I hope to meet someone special—let’s make this a success,” they said, waiting for the women at a café with excited hearts. A short while later, three women entered the café, and the three men introduced themselves, alternately trying to impress the women or keeping an eye on each other, which drew laughter. Kim Sang-hyuk and Yoo Chae-ryeon found common ground as “neighbors,” and when Cheon Myeong-hoon asked Yoo Chae-ryeon about the revenue of the business she runs, she revealed her “independent woman” charm by replying, “It’s okay if the man I marry doesn’t have money.”
After the introductions, the women fired off a barrage of sharp questions—such as “Is a woman’s financial independence important?” and “What would you do if your girlfriend didn’t like staying home all the time?”—leaving Cheon Myeong-hun sweating profusely. At that moment, Koo Do-kyung handed him a tissue and comforted him, saying, “It breaks my heart to see you trying so hard—just relax.” Chun Myung-hoon, charmed by Koo Do-kyung’s thoughtfulness, went straight for her, saying, “Your gestures are lovely, and you’re so cute.” Lee Jung-jin also flirted with Yoo Chae-ryeon, who had said, “I don’t know how to deal with people who are evasive or sensitive,” by replying, “That sounds like me.”
Later, as they moved to the next location, Lee Jeong-jin and Kim Sang-hyuk both chose Yoo Chae-ryeon as their top choice, while Cheon Myeong-hun chose Koo Do-kyung. However, Koo Do-kyung—who had been expected to have “mutual feelings” with Cheon Myeong-hun—chose Kim Sang-hyuk instead, saying, “I was really drawn to his unexpected charm.” Both Yoo Chae-ryeon and Oh Yeon-hee chose Lee Jung-jin, making Lee Jung-jin and Yoo Chae-ryeon a “mutually attracted” couple. Notably, while Lee Jung-jin became the “most popular guy” with two votes, Cheon Myeong-hoon remained the “guy with zero votes.”
“Groom School 2” airs every Friday at 9:00 p.m.