Shin Se Kyung Reacts to Being Called One of School’s “Top Visuals” Alongside Park Bo Gum

Actress Shin Se Kyung addressed long-standing rumors about her school days and her reaction was unexpectedly humble.

Appearing on the February 11 episode of tvN’s variety show You Quiz on the Block, Shin Se Kyung spoke candidly about being labeled a former “school goddess” and one of the so-called “two top visuals” alongside Park Bo Gum during their student years.

“Park Bo Gum, I Agree. Me? Not Really.”

Host Yoo Jae Suk mentioned that Shin Se Kyung had once been nicknamed the “Mokdong Goddess” during her school days. The actress quickly dismissed the title with a smile, saying she was “just someone from Mokdong.”

When Yoo added that she and Park Bo Gum were known as the “two top visuals” at their high school, Shin Se Kyung reacted with visible surprise.

“I’ve never heard that before,” she said, before adding, “Park Bo Gum, I can agree with. But me? I don’t think so.”

Her modest response immediately caught viewers’ attention.

Park Bo Gum’s School Fame

Although the two did not attend school at the same time due to their age difference, Shin Se Kyung shared that she had heard about Park Bo Gum’s popularity.

“He was very famous,” she said, referring to his reputation during his student years.

The mention of Park Bo Gum sparked nostalgia among fans, especially those familiar with his long-standing image as one of Korea’s most admired visuals.

A Viral Throwback Moment

The lighthearted exchange quickly became one of the most talked-about moments from the episode.

Fans praised Shin Se Kyung’s humility while revisiting old school-era photos and stories of both actors. The unexpected pairing of two well-known stars in a “school visuals” conversation added an extra layer of charm to the broadcast.

With both actors continuing to dominate the entertainment industry today, the idea that they were once known as standout students has only fueled public curiosity.

In the end, Shin Se Kyung may have brushed off the title but viewers seemed more than willing to disagree.