Mimi of OH MY GIRL sparks romantic tension with Show Kasamatsu

OH MY GIRL's Mimi and Japanese actor Show Kasamatsu drew viewers' attention by creating an unexpected romantic atmosphere on broadcast. The two were not in an actual relationship, but rather showed natural chemistry while confirming each other's tastes during an impromptu blind date concept on the show. With Mimi's honest remarks and Show Kasamatsu's intense gaze, the studio was momentarily filled with a subtle fluttering excitement.

The MBC program 'Radio Star,' broadcast on the 2nd, was presented as a 'K-Variety Odyssey' special, featuring Ryu Seung-su, Jo Hye-ryun, Show Kasamatsu, and Mimi. During the broadcast, Mimi explained the reason she learned Japanese and shared her experiences during her activities in Japan.

Mimi revealed that she conducted tours in Japan following OH MY GIRL's debut and even reached number 1 on the Oricon Daily Album Chart. She explained that her Japanese, which was initially clumsy, improved naturally because Japanese interviews continued from morning until the following dawn during her activities in Japan. This serves as a representative example of how the overseas activities of K-pop groups go beyond simple performances and lead to a process of adapting to local language and culture.

The situation shifted when Jo Hye-ryun, listening to this, suggested a 'blind date' between Mimi and Show Kasamatsu. Mimi, who likes Japanese manga and even collects them, picked 'Inuyasha' as her favorite work, and Show Kasamatsu naturally joined the conversation by recognizing the title.

Upon confirming they shared similar tastes, Mimi made a sudden remark to Show Kasamatsu, saying, “We should date.” As those around them reacted by asking if she was finally escaping her single life, Mimi drew laughter by jokingly retorting, “I'm only good at it on the surface.” Although it was a variety show situation unrelated to an actual romance, the spontaneous conversation between the two increased the entertainment value of the broadcast.

The atmosphere between the two became even more prominent during the process of drawing caricatures. Mimi, who said she dreamed of being a manga artist in her childhood, suggested they draw each other's faces. The two sat facing each other with a sketchbook between them, observing each other's faces to draw.

As Show Kasamatsu stared at Mimi's face for a while, Mimi remarked, “I might fall for you while drawing. You're staring so deeply,” and when Show Kasamatsu reached out to make the moving Mimi stay still, she reacted honestly, saying, “That was a bit heart-fluttering just now.” As they exchanged the completed caricatures, the MCs watched their subtle chemistry, noting, “It looks good to see you two like this.”

Mimi has previously revealed on various broadcasts that her last relationship was a boyfriend she dated for about 50 days during high school. Her proactive attitude during this broadcast drew even more attention as it coincided with the 'blind date' situation presented in the variety show.

Mimi, born in 1995, and Show Kasamatsu, born in 1992, have a three-year age difference. Show Kasamatsu is an actor who has continued his acting career in Japan for about 14 years, and recently, he has been making his name known to the Korean public by expanding his field of activity into Korean films and dramas. By appearing in Korean works such as 'Taxi Driver 3' and even revealing the process of learning Korean himself, he is drawing attention as a new example of Korea-Japan content exchange.

Mimi has also built a unique way of speaking and a free-spirited character through variety shows and YouTube, in addition to OH MY GIRL's musical activities. The experience she gained through OH MY GIRL's activities in Japan worked naturally during her conversation with Show Kasamatsu that day. The scene where the two, who have been active in different countries, quickly grew close through the common denominator of Japanese popular culture was also a scene that showed the current state of K-pop and J-content crossing borders.

While it has not been confirmed that they are actually dating, the fact that the short 'blind date' started in a variety show expanded into natural chemistry through the devices of sharing tastes and drawing caricatures became another viewing point of the broadcast. It is unknown whether the relationship between Mimi and Show Kasamatsu will lead to a real connection, but at least on 'Radio Star,' a pleasant romantic scene was created that made their three-year age difference feel insignificant.