Lee Seo-jin denies rumors of having a 3 trillion won fortune

Actor Lee Seo-jin rejected claims of possessing 3 trillion won in assets during a two-day trip to Singapore with Kangnam, Kim Kwang-kyu, and Ha Ji-won. While Lee denied the rumors, the group enjoyed a luxury seafood meal costing approximately 1.5 million won.

Actor Lee Seo-jin has addressed rumors regarding a "3 trillion won fortune" surrounding him. Reacting to claims that he is a chaebol-level wealthy individual with massive assets, he defended himself by stating, "It's hard to make a living these days." However, the situation turned humorous as he also mentioned his relaxed lifestyle, which includes traveling to Dubai during his breaks from broadcasting.

On the 12th, a video was released on the YouTube channel "Neighborhood Friend Kangnami" showing singer Kangnam meeting Lee Seo-jin, Kim Kwang-kyu, and Ha Ji-won in Singapore for a two-day trip filled with luxury dining and activities. The four, reuniting for the first time in eight years, enjoyed high-end restaurants and various experiences while showcasing their characteristic witty banter.

During the outing, Kangnam joined Lee Seo-jin, Kim Kwang-kyu, and Ha Ji-won at a top-tier seafood restaurant in Singapore. During the meal, Kangnam brought up the rumors regarding Lee's wealth, telling Lee, "I didn't know much about you, but after filming together, I looked you up and heard you are an enormous rich man." This unexpected question naturally turned the topic of Lee's wealth into a dinner conversation.

When Kim Kwang-kyu asked Kangnam how much "enormous" actually meant, Kangnam replied without hesitation, "3 trillion won," specifically citing the figure associated with the rumors of Lee's chaebol-level wealth. In response, Lee Seo-jin immediately denied the exaggerated claims, indignantly saying, "Don't make me laugh, what are you talking about? It's hard to make a living these days."

However, Kangnam did not back down easily. He pointed out Lee's relaxed lifestyle, noting, "Sometimes you take breaks from broadcasting for one or two years, and when I look at social media, you are in Dubai. It's a life all celebrities envy." The scene erupted in laughter as he explained that Lee's ability to enjoy overseas travel even during long hiatuses is why his lifestyle is so envied.

The competition over the meal cost provided further entertainment. As they enjoyed a luxury seafood meal costing approximately 1.5 million won, Kangnam proposed a bet to guess the actual amount, stating, "Your show (SBS 'My Secretary') has terrestrial broadcasting and Lee Seo-jin, but we are just individual YouTubers. It's a battle between a large corporation and a small business owner." Kangnam's strategy to avoid the bill by highlighting the difference in production scale and cast members drew laughter.

After a tense psychological battle, the victory went to the team of Lee Seo-jin, Kim Kwang-kyu, and Ha Ji-won. Ultimately forced to pay the full amount for the meal, Kangnam made a distressed face, saying, "I have no production budget. I won't be able to release next week's video." Meanwhile, Lee Seo-jin enjoyed his victory, saying relaxedly, "Thanks for the meal, Kangnam." The sight of him denying a 3 trillion won fortune only to enjoy the meal after winning the bet provided another moment of humor.

To conclude the trip, the four individuals rode the "Giant Swing," a massive aerial swing on Sentosa Island. Unlike Kim Kwang-kyu, who screamed due to a fear of heights, Lee Seo-jin showed his composure by raising both hands high in the air while high above the ground. From the playful debate over the 3 trillion won rumor to the meal bet and the contrasting swing experiences, the unique chemistry between the four provided laughter for viewers.

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