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Seo Janghoon, when he was captain of the national basketball team (left), and now
Seojanghoon has opened up about persistent rumors surrounding his fortune during an
MBC variety show
recording. According to Xports, the rumor began with
Super Junior
's
Kim Heechul
casually mentioning he had billions, which soon escalated into an exaggerated claim of 2 trillion won. Due to the repeated mentions, people started to believe it earnestly. The nickname "2 trillion won giant" often precedes his news articles, leading to numerous letters being sent to his company requesting loans. Seojanghoon firmly denied these claims, expressing frustration at such unrealistic expectations.
Wedding gift rumors debunked
There were also rumors that Seojanghoon gave 30 million won as a wedding gift to Min Kyunghoon, which he refuted on the show. Contrary to exaggerated reports, the actual amounts are far more modest. Co-host Kim Gura confirmed Seojanghoon is wealthy but wedding gifts usually exceed 1 million won, dismissing the outlandish sums circulating online.
Reality behind celebrity rumors
The episode shed light on how
celebrity rumors
often escalate and distort facts, causing genuine difficulties for public figures. Seojanghoon's honest response aimed to clarify misunderstandings and curb the spread of false information that impacts his personal and professional life.
About Seo Janghoon
Seojanghoon is a former South Korean national basketball player renowned for his career as a dominant center. He played for the national team for many years, securing gold at the 2002 Busan Asian Games. Since retiring from basketball in 2013, he has transitioned into a successful entertainer, starring in popular variety shows like 'Radio Star,' 'I Live Alone,' and 'Knowing Bros,' establishing himself as a leading television personality.