Moon Chae-won Returns to My Little Old Boy After 5 Years, Confesses Kwon Sang-woo Was Her First Celebrity Crush

Actress Moon Chae-won made a highly anticipated return to SBS's beloved variety show "My Little Old Boy" on March 1, appearing as a special MC for the first time in five years. Her comeback instantly reminded viewers and the cast of the legendary moment she created during her last appearance, while her candid confession about actor Kwon Sang-woo added a fresh layer of entertainment to the episode.

The Legendary 'One Trillion Won' Moment

From the moment Moon Chae-won stepped onto the set, host Shin Dong-yup wasted no time addressing her prolonged absence. He playfully expressed his disappointment, reminding her that five years ago, she had "completely captivated Seo Jang-hoon's heart and then disappeared without any contact." He was referring to the now-iconic moment when Moon Chae-won, using her signature charm, had turned to basketball legend-turned-TV personality Seo Jang-hoon and said, "Hey, give me a building." The clip had gone viral and become one of the show's most memorable moments.

Sensing an opportunity to recreate the magic, Shin Dong-yup pushed Moon Chae-won to reprise the moment with higher stakes. "You have four trillion won now, right? Just give her one trillion," he suggested, directing the request at Seo Jang-hoon. Moon Chae-won initially seemed surprised, asking "You want me to ask again?" before delivering the line with her characteristic warmth: "Jang-hoon, just give me one trillion won."

The result was exactly what everyone had hoped for. Seo Jang-hoon broke into an enormous smile, unable to hide his reaction. Shin Dong-yup seized the moment, observing that Seo Jang-hoon's expression suggested he might actually consider it. "That's the kind of beaming smile I haven't seen from him in a long time," the host joked, sending the studio into fits of laughter.

A Confession About Kwon Sang-woo

The conversation took a more personal turn when Moon Chae-won discussed her recent film "Heart Man," in which she played the first love of actor Kwon Sang-woo. The role held special significance for her, as she revealed that Kwon Sang-woo was the very first male celebrity she ever had feelings for.

Moon Chae-won traced her admiration back to the classic 2003 drama "Stairway to Heaven," explaining that watching Kwon Sang-woo on screen had made her heart flutter for the first time. "He was the first male actor I ever liked," she said. The actress then shared a particularly endearing detail about working with her longtime crush, admitting that during their first off-set dinner together, she had felt genuinely nervous and excited.

However, the sincerity of her confession was quickly followed by a comedic twist. When asked about her feelings after actually filming alongside Kwon Sang-woo, Moon Chae-won hesitated and trailed off with a vague "Well, during filming..." Shin Dong-yup, never one to miss a beat, immediately jumped in with "So you completely snapped out of it?" drawing thunderous laughter from the studio.

Picking a Favorite Among the Sons

Adding another entertaining dimension to her appearance, Moon Chae-won was asked to choose her favorite among the show's regular cast members, affectionately known as the "sons." She selected Super Junior's Kim Heechul, explaining that she was drawn to his energy because it was so different from her own personality. The three-year age gap between them only added to the playful atmosphere as the show teased a potential chemistry between the two.

Moon Chae-won's return to "My Little Old Boy" proved that five years had done nothing to diminish her natural charm and ability to create unforgettable variety show moments. With her warm personality and genuine storytelling, the actress reminded viewers why she remains one of the most beloved guests in Korean entertainment.