In a recent broadcast of KBS 2TV’s The Return of Superman, expectant father and entertainer Kim Jong-min jokingly expressed a desire to hire DAY6 member Young K as a babysitter. The episode featured Young K visiting actor Shim Hyung-tak and his 19-month-old son, Ha-ru, to serve as an impromptu music teacher.
The Bottom Line
- DAY6 member Young K appeared as a guest music teacher for actor Shim Hyung-tak’s 19-month-old son, Ha-ru, on the October 28 broadcast of KBS 2TV’s The Return of Superman.
- Young K brought a toy drum set, played a rare acoustic guitar performance for the toddler, and participated in an impressive 8-plate meat mukbang session.
- Reacting to Young K’s natural rapport and childcare instincts, Kim Jong-min—who recently announced he is expecting his first child—jokingly requested that the musician eventually visit his home.
Music Lessons and Toddler Surprises
As reported by OSEN and TopStarNews, Young K arrived at Shim Hyung-tak’s home carrying a large guitar case that initially startled 19-month-old Ha-ru into tears. To ease the tension, the musician quickly offered specialized rice snack treats, successfully calming the toddler. TopStarNews noted that Young K expressed a strong fan-like affection for Ha-ru prior to the visit, claiming a high success rate when interacting with children.
To nurture the toddler’s demonstrated interest in music, Young K presented a carefully chosen toy drum set and guided Ha-ru’s hands to play. According to OSEN, the DAY6 bassist also pulled out an acoustic guitar for the first time in several years, noting that his fingertips felt sore from the unaccustomed practice. The Return of Superman panelist Lalal highlighted that Young K typically plays bass, making his acoustic performance a special gesture for Ha-ru, who responded by joining in on drums and a piano.
An Unexpected 8-Plate Feast
SportsDonga reported that the episode, titled “Welcome to The Return of Superman,” also followed Ha-ru and Young K on their first buffet outing together. Ha-ru enthusiastically pointed out food options, directing Young K on what to place on their shared plates. The toddler’s prodigious appetite quickly emerged as he consumed multiple servings of meat, fried rice, and noodles.
SportsDonga detailed that despite polishing off eight plates of meat alongside a bowl of kalguksu, Ha-ru declared that his stomach was still not full before grabbing a takoyaki ball. Observing the toddler’s intense appetite, Young K expressed comical disbelief, remarking that Ha-ru would surely grow up to become his culinary rival.
| Participant | Role in Episode | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Ha-ru | Toddler Guest | Showcased a surprising appetite and musical curiosity on his first buffet outing. |
| Shim Hyung-tak | Father / Host | Welcomed Young K and observed his son’s interactions with the musician. |
| Kim Jong-min | Studio Commentator / Expectant Father | Praised Young K’s childcare abilities and jokingly requested a future babysitting visit. |
Babysitting Prospects for an Expectant Father
When Shim Hyung-tak inquired whether Young K had younger relatives, the musician explained that his childcare skills stemmed purely from a personal fondness for children and watching video shorts. OSEN noted that watching Young K handle the toddler prompted Kim Jong-min to declare that the musician looked highly appealing as a caregiver.
When Lalal asked if he intended to officially hire a babysitter, Kim Jong-min addressed the musician directly with a playful invitation to visit his own household in the future. OSEN and TopStarNews both underscored that Kim Jong-min married a non-celebrity 11 years his junior last year and recently shared on the program that his wife is 17 weeks pregnant, officially making him an expectant father.
