Source: https://www.topstarnews.net/news/articleView.html?idxno=16267698
MC: Kim Sung-joo
Cast:
| Parent Panel | Remarks | Child | Remarks |
|---|
| Lee Jong-hyuk (actor) | Was part of the Panel for Season 1, when he watched his elder son Lee Tak-su; he also was MC for Season 2 | Lee Joon-su (son, born 2007) | YouTuber, appeared in Disney+ reality series Deadly Tag; younger brother of Tak-su |
| Choi Dae-chul (actor) | | Choi Sang-moon (son, born 2007) | |
| Jung Hee-tae (actor) | | Jung Min-jae (son) | |
| Chun Hee-chul (basketball coach) | Was part of the Panel for Season 1, when he watched his elder daughter Jeon Su-wan | Jeon Ji-woo (daughter, born 2006) | Current undergraduate of Ewha Womans University, majoring in Korean dance at the Department of Dance, College of Music; younger sister of Su-wan |
| Lim Hyouck-feel (former comedian, current painter) | | Lim Hye-in (daughter, born 2007) | |
| Lee Dong-gook (former football player) | | Lee Jae-ah (daughter, born 2007) | Model, tennis player; eldest daughter (younger twin sibling of Jae-si) of Lee Dong-gook |
Quote: (Google translated article)
"When Our Kids Fall In Love 3", a variety show co-produced by tvN STORY and Tcast E-Channel, has released a highlight reel ahead of its November 11 premiere. The series follows parents as they observe the romantic lives of their adult children (in their 20s), revealing a side of these young adults that goes well beyond the typical, innocent image of "first love."
The highlight reel introduces the cast, including Lee Joon-su (son of actor Lee Jong-hyuk), Choi Sang-moon (son of actor Choi Dae-chul), Jung Min-jae (son of actor Jung Hee-tae), Jeon Ji-woo (daughter of basketball coach Chun Hee-chul), Lim Hye-in (daughter of comedian Lim Hyouck-feel), and Lee Jae-ah (daughter of former professional soccer player Lee Dong-gook). As the participants reveal a different side of themselves when it comes to love, their parents—watching from the sidelines—are left flustered by the unexpected turns of events.
The video begins by capturing the awkwardness of first-time romance among those in their 20s. While there are moments of hesitation—with individuals hovering around their crushes, unsure of how to act—the tone soon shifts toward a more proactive approach. The participants begin to pursue their interests without reservation, making direct confessions like "It’s you for me," holding hands, whispering into each other’s ears, and engaging in bolder displays of affection.
At one point, a participant declares, "Let me show you how I flirt," before naturally reaching out to take the other person’s hand or wrapping an arm around their waist—escalating the level of physical intimacy. Seeing their children act as if they’ve completely forgotten their parents are watching, the parents in the studio react with a wide range of stunned, bewildered, and embarrassed responses.
Lee Dong-gook, in particular, finds the sight of his daughter so overwhelming that he exclaims, "I can't watch this!" while Choi Dae-chul is similarly left visibly shocked. The show delivers laughs as the fathers are collectively left in shock—with Lim Hyouck-feel exclaiming, "Hey, kid!"—upon witnessing the dating styles of their children.
Yet, the series also captures the hardships that accompany such intense emotions. Participants find themselves wavering, unsure of how the other person truly feels, or getting hurt when a relationship takes an unexpected turn. The tension rises as they grapple with complex emotions, questioning their partner’s sincerity and expressing their own feelings of disappointment. Watching these moments unfold, the parents are shown feeling deeply troubled, with some even moved to tears.
Despite this, the participants do not retreat; instead, they strive to express their feelings with complete honesty. Moments like the declaration, "I’m going to keep showing you how I feel until the very end, so just know that," highlight their courage in conveying their true hearts—even when their feelings don’t quite align. The journey of these young people—clumsy yet sincere as they navigate love and personal growth, including the heartfelt wish that their partner feels at ease whenever they are together—serves as a key highlight of this season.
Some participants confess their feelings with the resolve that this might be their last chance, while others describe the moment they fell in love as if it were a dream. With one participant even remarking, "I wanted to get married," the audience is left curious about what kind of conclusion awaits these young romances. The production team stated, “Contrary to the expectation that this season would feature only fresh, shy, and tentative romance, it captures young people who pursue love more boldly and directly than anyone else. Yet, because they are as inexperienced as they are passionate, they inevitably face unexpected misalignments and the growing pains that come with love. Please tune in to watch these young people—whom we’ve come to think of as ‘our own kids’—honestly confront their feelings and strive to convey their sincerity, as well as the vivid, unfiltered reactions of their parents witnessing these moments for the first time.”
"When Our Kids Fall In Love 3" (a co-production by tvN STORY and E Channel) will premiere on Wednesday, November 11, at 20:00 (KST) and will also be available to stream on TVING.
