Actress Choi Wan-jeong supports viral Namdaemun scarf vendor

Actress Choi Wan-jeong visited the "Namdaemun Lim Young-woong" scarf vendor at Namdaemun Market to offer support following his appearance on the SBS program "Masters of Living" on the 9th. Drawing on her 40 years of experience in the entertainment industry, Choi expressed empathy for the vendor's long period of hardship before his recent social media fame.

The "Namdaemun scarf man," who has emerged as a viral figure on social media, continues to draw intense interest following an endorsement from actress Choi Wan-jeong. As the market vendor, known for his witty banter and unique sales style, transitioned from online fame to a television appearance, Choi, a long-time veteran of the entertainment industry, drew attention by visiting him in person to deliver a message of support.

On the 9th, Choi posted to her social media, "I hope the scarf boss, who even appeared on 'Masters of Living' today, hits the jackpot." She previously released a video showing her visiting the vendor at Namdaemun Market to meet him. Her decision to visit the site in person to offer support, rather than simply mentioning the figure trending online, has garnered significant interest.

Choi drew a special connection to the meeting by reflecting on her own career, stating, "I have worked silently and alone for 40 years in the entertainment industry without a manager." Having spent a long time being solely responsible for her own work, she explained that she felt a deep empathy for the vendor, who has also been quietly continuing his business in the market.

She was particularly impressed by the vendor's pleasant wit and warm attitude toward people. Choi reported that she could feel his sincere heart alongside his clever banter. In observing that he possesses a charm that moves people's hearts beyond mere sales techniques, she noted that she had personally witnessed the reason behind his online popularity.

Choi also noted the long period of effort hidden behind his current flashy popularity. "While he has hit the jackpot to the point of being surrounded by crowds now, how long must the times of hardship have been, hidden behind that splendor, amidst the heat and cold of the traditional market?" she remarked. Her comment expressed empathy for the many hours and experiences he must have endured to reach his current position, rather than just the sudden fame.

The vendor's attitude of prioritizing the safety of his customers also left a deep impression on Choi. "Life has been quite uninteresting lately, but seeing the boss's sweat and vitality, I am actually the one gaining great fighting spirit," she revealed. Her confession that she ended up gaining positive energy and vitality from life after going to cheer him on made the meeting even more special.

Choi concluded by sincerely blessing the vendor's future, adding, "Boss, I sincerely support you to hit a super-super-super jackpot." Through her 40 years in the entertainment industry, she found the value of labor and effort reflected in the life of the market vendor.

The "Namdaemun scarf man" is a vendor selling scarves at Namdaemun Market who rapidly gained attention on social media due to his characteristic witty banter and original sales methods. He has become particularly popular with female customers, earning him the nickname "Namdaemun Lim Young-woong." Following his appearance on SBS's "Masters of Living" on the 9th, which expanded his online fame to television, his popularity is drawing even more attention with the addition of Choi Wan-jeong's support.

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