Kim Mu-yeol Shares 17-Year Journey with Wife Yoon Seung-ah Before 'Teach You a Lesson' Global Success

Actor Kim Mu-yeol reveals the behind-the-scenes success of the global hit 'Teach You a Lesson,' his long period of obscurity, and his 17-year journey alongside his wife, Yoon Seung-ah.

The 349th episode of the tvN variety program 'You Quiz on the Block,' airing on the 1st, will be presented as a 'Teach You a Lesson' special. This episode features child Lee Yu-ju, who garnered attention with a 5-second Children's Day interview; four siblings who became soldiers in the army, navy, and air force; prison officers Kim Ji-hun and Lee Dong-ryeol from the Seoul Detention Center's CRPT mobile patrol unit; and actor Kim Mu-yeol, all sharing their unique stories.

Kim Mu-yeol appears on the broadcast as the lead of the recently globally trending work 'Teach You a Lesson.' Having showcased an intense presence as Supervisor Na Hwa-jin in the drama, he is expected to capture attention by appearing in the signature black suit style from the production.

'Teach You a Lesson' drew a worldwide response immediately after its release. Kim Mu-yeol will reveal various behind-the-scenes stories, including the record of the work ranking No. 1 in 45 countries and entering the TOP10 in 91 countries just one week after its release.

In particular, he will share how his SNS follower count surpassed 1 million thanks to the work's popularity, the story of receiving reactions that he resembles professional wrestler John Cena due to his image in the drama, and his feelings regarding the support from senior actress Kim Hye-soo.

Furthermore, his special connection with fellow actor Heo Nam Jun will be revealed. The two became close through the production, and on the show, they will share stories from outside the set, such as pleasant episodes of athletic competition.

Kim Mu-yeol also candidly opens up about his difficult period of obscurity before establishing himself as an actor. He explains why he never let go of his dream for a long time, recounting times when he had to live on an annual income of 200,000 won, his childhood economic hardships, the time spent in a hillside shantytown, and his experiences working various part-time jobs to make a living.

Notably, his wife Yoon Seung-ah will appear to share her experience of witnessing Kim Mu-yeol's long period of obscurity. The couple will reveal the moment they embraced each other and shed tears after hearing the news of the global success of 'Teach You a Lesson,' showing the deep trust and affection of a couple who has endured 17 years together.

Kim Mu-yeol will also share not only his success as an actor but also his current daily life with his family. He is expected to show diverse charms, from ordinary moments spent with his son WONI to his singing skills honed through performing wedding songs over 100 times.

Kim Mu-yeol's sincere story of leaping from a period of obscurity to a global star will be revealed on tvN's 'You Quiz on the Block' airing on the 1st.