Psychiatrist's Lies Unravel on Live TV, Sparking Backlash

On October 27, during a popular TV variety show, psychiatrist Oh Jin-seung made several surprising and false confessions that led to significant turmoil and calls to stop the recording. He initially claimed close family ties to notable public figures, saying "Dr. Oh Eun-young is my aunt" and that acclaimed actor Oh Jung-se was his cousin. However, his wife, Kim Do-yeon, soon revealed these were complete fabrications.

Kim publicly exposed that Oh Jin-seung habitually lies, describing his false claims of familiarity with famous people as a hobby done simply for attention and entertainment. This revelation immediately turned the studio atmosphere cold, with cast members expressing disbelief and frustration, and one even demanding the recording be stopped.

Oh Jin-seung attempted to explain his behavior, admitting he desired attention and thought the lies were harmless fun. However, the on-set criticism was intense, with remarks suggesting he needed medical help and that his lies were no longer amusing. Despite the chaos, the episode closed with Oh Jin-seung offering a sincere apology, and the show's host helping to calm the situation. The incident ignited discussions about honesty, mental health, and the responsibilities of public figures.