Seo Yu-jeong and Kim Bu-yong Reunite After 20 Years: 'Mambo Girl' Kim Bu-yong Appears as a Tteokbokki Snack Bar Owner

Artists who once performed together as 'Mambo Girl' have reunited in an unexpected place after 20 long years. According to a video from the YouTube channel 'Yujeong and Jujeong,' cast member Seo Yu-jeong encountered her former duo partner, Kim Bu-yong, while having a meal at a snack bar.

A 'Mambo Girl' Reunion After 20 Years

In the video, Seo Yu-jeong visited a snack bar to satisfy her hunger after finishing a performance. The establishment featured an atmospheric interior, where Seo ordered dishes such as stir-fried anchovies and rabokki. Although the restaurant was initially marked as being on 'break time,' a twist occurred when the owner appeared during her meal. The owner was none other than singer Kim Bu-yong, who had previously performed alongside Seo Yu-jeong.

According to the video subtitles and the participants' remarks, their connection dates back approximately 15 to 20 years. In response to Seo Yu-jeong's question, "How long has it been?", Kim Bu-yong replied, "It's been over 15 years," suggesting a long hiatus. Seo Yu-jeong also expressed her surprise, saying, "My partner from 20 years ago was right here." The two reminisced about their time working together, noting that they had naturally lost touch after their activities ended.

'The Little Prince' Kim Bu-yong's New Life Running a Snack Bar

Kim Bu-yong, who was once popular enough to be nicknamed 'The Little Prince,' is now living a second life running a snack specialty shop. In the video, Kim introduced himself by saying, "I'm running a restaurant now," sharing a daily life quite different from his past career. Seo Yu-jeong reacted positively to the food at Kim's restaurant, describing it as "clean, neat, charming, and tasteful."

During the meal, Seo Yu-jeong enjoyed the atmosphere while tasting dishes like rabokki and fried squid. Kim Bu-yong kept the conversation flowing naturally, reacting to Seo's meal by saying things like, "You're such a good eater." Leaving their past activities behind, the two concluded their long-awaited reunion, showing how they have each built their own lives in their respective places.