On the April 3 broadcast of MBC's talk show 'Radio Star', Kim Jong-kook guested and expressed how much he appreciates Song Ji-hyo for appearing on his YouTube channel, which has recently reached 2.98 million subscribers.
"Ji-hyo was a huge help. Two of my videos she appeared in both garnered over 17 million views.", said the singer.
![Kim Jong-kook & Song Ji-hyo](https://img.sbs.co.kr/newimg/news/20240404/201915771_700.jpg)
In a recent episode of SBS' television show 'Running Man', the members formed two teams and engaged in a futsal match; Song Ji-hyo scored many goals and celebrated it by running up to her team's coach, Kim Jong-kook, and jumping into his arms, giving him enthusiastic hugs.
One of the hosts, comedian Jang Do-yeon, mentioned how politely Kim Jong-kook accepted Song Ji-hyo's hugs; he tried not to touch her with his hands to avoid any awkwardness.
![Kim Jong-kook & Song Ji-hyo](https://img.sbs.co.kr/newimg/news/20240404/201915769_700.jpg)
"Exactly.", Kim Jong-kook agreed and playfully boasted about how strong one has to be to hold someone like that.
![Kim Jong-kook & Song Ji-hyo](https://img.sbs.co.kr/newimg/news/20240404/201915770_700.jpg)
The singer, known to spend much of his time at the gym, revealed that his passion for working out has hurt his romantic relationships.
"It's a big deal. In the past, I didn't understand why having a healthy habit like that could be an issue when dating someone. It's not like I'm drinking or partying. But over time, I learned it can be a problem when dating someone.", said Kim Jong-kook.
"Whenever I entered a romantic relationship, my exercise routine caused conflicts.", he added, "My now-ex-girlfriends often asked, 'Is it me or your workout?'. I replied that those were two different things, which disappointed them. But I don't understand why someone would ask such a question."
"Lately, my heart doesn't flutter even when doing a show with beautiful guests.", Kim Jong-kook said, admitting that his heart is not as excited about romance anymore; however, he still revealed that he wants to get married before turning 50.
![Kim Jong-kook & Song Ji-hyo](https://img.sbs.co.kr/newimg/news/20240404/201915772_700.jpg)
(SBS Star)