Shocking election run rumors exploded online right after Kim Seon-tae quit his job. Following his appearance on MBC's 'Radio Star,' the buzz surrounding him drew top-star-level attention.
The clip was uploaded on March 18, 2026, to MBC Center's YouTube channel. In it, he addressed the sudden resignation and the election rumors that surfaced immediately after.
A highlight segment carried the title 'Election run rumors erupted the moment he quit — top-star-level buzz around Kim Seon-tae,' hinting at how he got swept up in the chatter post-resignation.
In the video, Kim Seon-tae said, "People can be so ignorant. Some even cursed me, saying I ditched my juniors and ran," clarifying the public's misunderstanding and sharing his stance on the decision to step down.
Playful slang like '3-bba' and '2-bba' also popped up, sparking lively reactions in the comments. At one point, he joked about himself, saying, "With makeup on, I look even better — I was already pretty cool," drawing laughs. The intense interest and expectations from his supporters reflected the scale of the top-star-level rumors around him.
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