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Comedian Shin Ki-ru Addresses Controversy Over 'Han River Ramyeon Machine' at Her Mother's Funeral on 'You're My Destiny'

Kang Sun-ae

Published : Jul 7, 2026 10:26 AM


You're my destiny (Photo = Getty Images Korea)A heartwarming and cheerful display of loyalty will grace the screen as comedian Shin Ki-ru steps up to comfort her close friend, comedian Heo Anna, who is struggling with deep grief after losing her pets.

On the SBS variety show 'You're my destiny', airing Tuesday, July 7 at 10:40 PM, the heartbreaking daily life of Heo Anna and her husband Oh Kyung-ju will be revealed. The couple has been suffering from pet loss syndrome after losing two precious pets just one day apart this past May.

Facing consecutive, unexpected goodbyes, Heo Anna confessed that she felt as though she had lost all ability to function in her daily life, saying, "I couldn't do anything for a month." Her husband, Oh Kyung-ju, tried his best to comfort her while watching her cry incessantly at the warmth and traces of their pets left throughout the house, but he ultimately felt helpless in the face of her persistent, deep sorrow.

To save the couple from their days filled with tears, their close friend in the entertainment industry, Shin Ki-ru, stepped in to help. Arriving with bags and a carrier in both hands, Shin Ki-ru presented a special healing cooking show just for the couple. A full-course meal, dubbed 'Ru-makase', was served continuously, featuring everything from mouth-watering dishes to popular recipes currently trending on social media. Heo Anna was finally able to forget her sorrow for a moment and show a bright smile, warming the hearts of everyone in the studio.

Meanwhile, during the broadcast, Shin Ki-ru also opened up about the truth behind the 'Han River Ramyeon Machine' controversy that heated up the internet three months ago, following her mother's funeral. At the time, news that she had installed a 'Han River Ramyeon Machine' at the funeral hall led to sharp criticism from some netizens, who asked, "How could you think about eating when your mother has passed away?"

Addressing this, Shin Ki-ru explained that it was prepared for the mourners who had traveled from afar to pay their respects despite their own grief. She moved the studio to tears by revealing her own hidden pain, sharing that she had actually lost her sense of taste at the time due to the immense shock and sorrow.

The honest story of these individuals, who shared the pain of loss and wiped away each other's tears, will be revealed on 'You're my destiny', airing today, Tuesday, July 7, at 10:40 PM. 

(SBS Entertainment News | Kang Sun-ae)