20기 영식, "나솔" 출연진 비판…"일부는 마케팅 목적으로 참여하는 듯"

On the March 26, 2026 episode of SBS Plus & ENA"s reality show "I am SOLO, Love Continues (ISLC)," the spotlight was on the "One More Time Special," which unveiled the first dating scenes of 10 single men and women. The episode garnered significant viewer interest, particularly due to a suspense-filled 4-to-1 date involving 20th season"s Youngsik, three participants named Soonja from different seasons, and Hyunsuk.

During the episode, Youngsik, from the 20th season, was chosen by Soonja from the 17th, 24th, and 25th seasons, as well as Hyunsuk from the 27th season, showcasing his popularity. However, the amiable atmosphere was briefly disrupted during the one-on-one conversations when an unexpected revelation about the past came to light. Soonja from the 24th season mentioned that she had previously sent a direct message to Youngsik, suggesting he appear on YouTube, which he had declined.

In response to the revelation, Youngsik candidly expressed his initial reservations about Soonja, assuming she was imposing and attention-seeking due to her strict vegetarian diet. This comment sparked considerable debate among viewers following the broadcast.

In an interview with the production team, Soonja from the 24th season shared her disappointment, feeling lost and hurt by Youngsik"s assumptions. Conversely, Youngsik stated that leveraging his reality show appearance for YouTube or other platforms did not align with his values, which he felt were being compromised. However, he later admitted that direct conversations had helped to dispel some of his negative preconceptions.

"I am SOLO" has captured a large following by realistically portraying the dating lives of ordinary people, with various participants gaining celebrity status. Its spin-off, "ISLC," continues to draw attention by exploring the aftermath and new relationships of former contestants. In particular, Youngsik"s forthright and straightforward demeanor has consistently made him a focal point of discussion, both during and after his appearance on the show.

The recent episode was praised for intensifying the inherent drama of a real-life dating show by intertwining past connections, misunderstandings, and candid emotional expressions. It also sparked discussions about the post-show actions of non-celebrity participants and how they manage their public personas.

"ISLC" airs every Thursday at 10:30 PM, and anticipation is building for future episodes that promise to further explore the complex emotions and evolving relationships of the contestants.

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