Gangnam Breaks 1 Million YouTube Subscribers and Shares Life with Olympic Champion Wife on ‘Radio Star’

South Korean-Japanese singer and entertainer Gangnam continues to soar in popularity, recently celebrating a milestone of over one million subscribers on his YouTube channel—despite skeptics once doubting his ability to even reach 100,000. Appearing on the MBC talk show Radio Star, Gangnam gave fans a rare behind-the-scenes look into his personal and professional life, including his marriage, new citizenship, and unexpected record deal with a major Japanese talent agency.

During the show, Gangnam shared how his vocal performances on YouTube led to a contract with one of Japan’s top three entertainment companies. Although he surprised everyone by naming the exact agency, the bigger twist came with his journey as a Korean citizen. Having married Olympic speed skating legend Lee Sang-hwa, the performer proudly revealed his South Korean resident registration card live on air. “I’m now officially a citizen of the Republic of Korea,” he declared.

When asked about what’s best about being Korean, Gangnam gave a playful but relatable answer that had the studio in stitches. Throughout the episode, he opened up about married life with Lee Sang-hwa, even recounting a pre-show call when she humorously warned him, “Don’t say anything stupid.”

With his usual wit, Gangnam confessed to “cashing in” on his wife’s fame, admitting, “She sells better than anyone else in the family.” His constant use of honorifics when referring to her caught the attention of the show’s MCs, prompting laughter when he explained, “I’m scared of getting scolded.” He also jokingly cited financial differences as the reason he’s extra careful—it seems Lee Sang-hwa holds the power in this power couple.

Gangnam’s hilarious revelations, warm personality, and surprising career moves make for must-watch TV. Catch his full guest appearance on Radio Star airing Wednesday at 10:30 p.m. KST on Munhwa Broadcasting Corporation (MBC).