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What Igeon Said About Kim Go Eun After Netflix’s Singles Inferno 5 Finale

Singles Inferno 5 may have ended with a different final couple on screen, but for contestant Igeon, the story between him and Kim Go Eun still feels unfinished.

In a recent interview with StarNews following the show’s finale, Igeon revealed that he personally sees their story differently from how the program officially ended.

“For me, the real ending of Singles Inferno 5 wasn’t episode 12,” he said. “It ended with Singles Inferno Reunion. If you look at it that way, Go Eun and I were the final couple.”

The “bulldozer” romance that defined the season

Netflix’s global dating reality show wrapped up on February 10 after releasing all 12 episodes and quickly became one of the most talked-about seasons in the franchise. Igeon entered the show midway as the season’s “catfish” contestant, a surprise participant introduced to shake up the existing dynamics among the cast.

From the moment he arrived, he showed bold and direct interest in former Miss Korea and influencer Kim Go Eun, creating one of the season’s most memorable storylines.

Fans watched as he openly pursued her, turning their interactions into a major focus of the season.

One moment that especially caught viewers’ attention was their romantic pool scene, which some fans even compared to iconic moments from earlier seasons. Igeon also drew attention when he pushed through an injury during a tug-of-war challenge while trying to win a trip to “Paradise” with Kim Go Eun.

From early criticism to fan favorite

At first, Igeon received mixed reactions from viewers due to his blunt language and confident personality.

However, as the show progressed, many fans began to appreciate his sincerity and emotional honesty.

By the later episodes, he had transformed from a controversial newcomer into one of the most memorable personalities of the season.

Despite his efforts, the final episode saw Kim Go Eun ultimately choosing Woo Sung Min, bringing their on-screen storyline to an unexpected end.

The reunion that changed the narrative

However, the story continued in the spin-off series “Singles Inferno Reunion,” released after the main show ended.

During the reunion, Igeon openly confessed to Kim Go Eun that he had struggled emotionally after the finale.

“I was really disappointed when I saw you choose someone else,” he admitted. “For six months I couldn’t even properly reply when you sent me messages.”

The two later shared an emotional conversation and even made plans to have dinner together, which quickly sparked speculation among viewers that they might have developed a relationship after filming.

Dating rumors spark fan speculation

Their reunion moment led to widespread fan speculation online, with many viewers wondering if the two were secretly dating.

Some fans expressed hope that their story might continue beyond the show.

One fan wrote online:

“I think they have good feelings for each other right now. It might be too early to define their status, but he’s very honest about his feelings. I hope they become a couple, or at least maintain their good relationship even if they don’t.”

Another fan summarized the situation simply:

“To sum it up, they are still on talking terms or probably privately dating.”

The comments reflect how invested viewers became in their storyline during the show.

Igeon addresses the real-life dating rumors

When asked directly about the rumors, Igeon responded cautiously.

“We’re currently on good terms,” he said. “But our relationship isn’t something I can define alone. It involves another person, so I want to be respectful about that.”

He also thanked fans who supported their story throughout the show.

“I’m really grateful that people cared so much about us,” he said.

Why many contestants avoid public relationships

The topic of real-life couples from Singles Inferno has often been discussed among fans.

Igeon explained that while he personally would not mind publicly dating someone he met on the show, he understands why many contestants choose to be careful.

“Relationships can end, and when they do, that label follows you forever,” he said. “Especially for female contestants, it can create pressure.”

No regrets about choosing Kim Go Eun

Looking back at his experience, Igeon said he has no regrets about how he approached the show.

“I promised myself to just be sincere,” he explained. “Even though there were many cameras and the whole world was watching, I didn’t want to calculate my actions.”

He added that even if he could go back in time, he would still make the same choice.

“My feelings were honest,” he said. “I didn’t plan to focus only on Kim Go Eun, but somehow I was drawn to her.”

For Igeon, that sincerity remains the true ending of his Singles Inferno 5 story.