This post is blowing up because it perfectly captures the often-unrealistic dating standards and self-perception prevalent online, especially among younger generations. The sheer audacity and contradiction in her statements are what triggered the viral reaction.
In Korea, discussions around ideal partners often heavily emphasize financial stability, reflecting societal pressures. The self-deprecating humor of 'ripening' oneself for marriage is a common way to express anxieties or expectations around age and relationship status.
Okay, so someone asked this 29-year-old about her ideal type, specifically their job. Her answer? Forget a job, just give me the bag, no cap. She literally said, 'Rather than a job, if they have a lot of money, that's the best.' And get this, even though she's 29, she's planning to 'ripen' herself until 31 before marriage. Like, bestie, what kind of cheese are we making here? π
Then they hit her with the classic, 'If you had to rate yourself, how many points out of 5?' Her reason for her score? 'Still in my 20s.' But hold up, didn't she just say she's gonna 'ripen' herself till 31? The interviewer calls her out, and she just hits 'em with an 'Aeng?' (like 'huh?'). And even after all that, she still rates herself a solid 3 out of 5. The audacity! π The internet's reaction? 'This woman wants *that* kind of man.' I'm screaming. Source: Singgeulbanggeul Jigucheon Gallery, a popular Korean online community.
Korean Netizen Reactions
2This woman π
Wants *that* kind of man π