In a recent episode of JTBC's drama "Family X Melo," actor Ji Jin-hee reveals the shocking truth behind his character's financial struggles.
During the show's 11th episode, the character Byeon Mu-jin confronts his troubled past as he deals with his friend Aeyeon and reveals details about his financial troubles. Aeyeon presses him to confess how he earned his money, expressing her curiosity about his situation, which he initially downplays. Eventually, Mu-jin opens up about his past involvement in a scam that deeply affected his family and others.
Mu-jin shares a distressing experience when he was swindled while trying to purchase a commercial property for Aeyeon’s successful snack shop. After discovering the scammer in Thailand, he learns about another victim who lost a significant amount due to a marriage scam orchestrated by the same con artist. The victim, emocionally resonating with Mu-jin’s story, even gives him her share of compensation as she sees it as a way to help others.
The community's reaction to Mu-jin's confession ranges from disbelief to concern, with some viewers questioning the validity of his story. Aeyeon’s anxiety heightens as she grapples with the implications of Mu-jin's struggles and the desperate situations of those around them. This emotional unfolding deepens the narrative, pushing viewers to reflect on the complexities of trust and betrayal within relationships.