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Jung Eun-ji reveals brotherly love on 'My Little Old Boy' episode

Jung Eun-ji of Apink shared sweet moments with her younger brother during her appearance on SBS's My Little Old Boy. The singer revealed that he even calls her 'Mom', highlighting their close relationship.

By Ha-Rin SongSeptember 1, 20262 min read
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Jung Eun-ji reveals brotherly love on 'My Little Old Boy' episode
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A special sibling bond

On August 30, Jung Eun-ji, a member of the beloved girl group Apink, appeared on the popular SBS show My Little Old Boy. During the episode, she proudly discussed her unique and affectionate relationship with her younger brother, who is eight years her junior. Notably, he affectionately refers to her as 'Mom', showcasing their deep bond.

Jung Eun-ji reveals brotherly love on 'My Little Old Boy' episode

Jung Eun-ji shared that her brother reached out on her birthday, asking when she would finish her schedule. "When I mentioned I might be free between 9 and 10 PM, he immediately drove up to see me," she revealed.

Jung Eun-ji reveals brotherly love on 'My Little Old Boy' episode

Adding warmth to her story, Jung Eun-ji mentioned that her brother traveled from Busan just to celebrate her birthday, leaving early the next morning to return home. This gesture perfectly illustrates their strong connection, which fans have come to admire.

Jung Eun-ji reveals brotherly love on 'My Little Old Boy' episode

Rumors rekindled about a past connection

In addition to her heartwarming sibling revelations, rumors regarding her relationship with actor Choi Jin-hyuk resurfaced during the episode. When host Shin Dong-yup jested about the need for Jung Eun-ji to greet Jin-hyuk's mother, the playful banter highlighted how their on-screen chemistry in previous works had left a lasting impression on fans.

Jung Eun-ji reveals brotherly love on 'My Little Old Boy' episode

Shin noted, "You and Jin-hyuk showed incredible chemistry on-screen, and the ratings were great. Your acting was so realistic that people even misunderstood your relationship." Jung Eun-ji light-heartedly responded, mentioning that the rumors began with Shin's previous interactions on the show.

The conversation quickly steered towards their personal contact, where Jung Eun-ji shared that she had received a birthday gift from Jin-hyuk the day prior, prompting playful questions from the hosts about whether they remembered each other's birthdays. "Nowadays, everything shows up on social media," she explained, humorously deflating any tension.

Jung Eun-ji reveals brotherly love on 'My Little Old Boy' episode

As the episode progressed, Shin continued to tease her about their 'healthy flirting', referencing their past interactions, which had become a talking point among fans. Their playful exchanges not only entertained viewers but hinted at a deeper connection, a relationship that fans continue to speculate about.

My Little Old Boy airs every Sunday at 9 PM on SBS, keeping viewers engaged with delightful celebrity stories like Jung Eun-ji's special relationships.

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