Former Roo'ra member Chae Ri Na and her husband, Park Yong Geun, are gearing up for a long-awaited wedding, a decade after their marriage was marred by tragedy.
During a recent episode of the popular show 'Lovers of Chosun,' the couple, who have braved a tumultuous journey over the past 10 years, opened up about the harrowing incident that brought them closer together.
As they watched a VCR replay of news coverage detailing the traumatic event, Kim Ji Min could not contain her recognition of the tragedy, labeling it a significant incident that had deeply impacted the couple's lives.
In a poignant recollection, Chae Ri Na reflected on the grim night when Park Yong Geun's life hung by a thread after he fell victim to a stabbing in Gangnam, Seoul. "The doctors had little hope, giving him a mere 1% chance of survival," she shared, recalling the intense emotions that enveloped her during those dark hours.
Drawing strength from their shared ordeal, Chae Ri Na disclosed, "I sensed his admiration for me, which served as a catalyst for our bond to grow stronger in the face of adversity. It was his confession of love as he recovered from surgery that paved the way for our enduring relationship."
Expressing her protective instincts towards Park Yong Geun during his recovery, Chae Ri Na emphasized how their love deepened through the trials they faced together. Kim Ji Min concurred, highlighting the solace found in unwavering companionship during moments of anguish.
Remarkably, the couple never staged an elaborate wedding ceremony out of respect for the victims of the tragic incident. Chae Ri Na elucidated, "In reverence to those who bore the brunt of immense suffering, we opted to lead a discreet life, refraining from drawing attention to ourselves. However, we believe the time has come to honor our love with a ceremony we had postponed for so long."
The fateful Gangnam stabbing incident that transpired on October 17, 2012, shook the nation as it unfolded at an underground pub in Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The senseless act claimed one life and left three individuals wounded, with singer Kim Sung Soo's ex-wife, Kang Ji Hee, tragically losing her life, and Park Yong Geun sustaining grave injuries.
As Chae Ri Na and Park Yong Geun embark on a new chapter in their lives, the public eagerly anticipates the heartwarming culmination of their enduring love story—an intimate wedding that symbolizes resilience, love, and healing in the face of adversity.