In the latest episode of SBS’s popular dating reality show I Am Solo, aired on May 13, contestant number 31, Soon-ja, collapsed from intense abdominal pain triggered by high-stress matchmaking sessions in the studio. Paramedics rushed her to the hospital via ambulance.
Escalating Tensions with Fellow Contestants
Soon-ja had already faced friction with contestants Young-sook and Ok-soon. The episode featured a second round of random pairings involving Ok-soon and Young-sook, but Soon-ja was unable to join due to her sudden health crisis.
During a massive ‘super date’ selection with 31 contestants, one participant openly expressed jealousy over a rival’s past. ‘I’ve spent four years with someone as vast as a city, a chance encounter meant to be fate,’ the contestant remarked, heightening the drama.
Heated Exchanges and Emotional Strain
Soon-ja vented to fellow contestants, stating, ‘Living with you all long-term, I never heard ‘Did you just see that?’ There was nothing like that.’ She admitted feeling deeply upset, explaining, ‘There was a reason for my actions—I was truly hurt.’
The random draw paired Soon-ja with Young-sook, sparking a confrontation. As Young-sook grabbed her in frustration, Soon-ja stood her ground without backing down.
Ok-soon sided firmly with Young-sook, saying, ‘I’ve endured so much. Young-sook holds the top spot in my heart.’ Young-sook retorted, ‘Am I the one crossing the line on my brother’s path?’ The exchange left Soon-ja visibly embarrassed, prompting her to cover her face and retreat to the dorm.
Revealing Post-Incident Reflections
Later, Soon-ja opened up: ‘I felt so embarrassed too. Young-sook’s roommates said, ‘You handled it well. Her tension here is number one.’ My mentality is fragile; I was mortified, wondering if I’d be exposed like that.’
A central contestant told Soon-ja, ‘If you’d passed me the super date spot, this wouldn’t have happened. Right here, Young-sook is the only one I fancy.’
Already navigating a delicate dynamic with Ok-soon and Young-sook, Soon-ja struggled to even bid farewell amid the chaos. Production naturally shifted to individual interviews, capturing her raw frustration as the episode unfolded.
