Reality dating shows rarely end when the final episode airs. For fans of Netflix’s “Single’s Inferno 5,” the story between Song Seung-il and Kim Min Gee has continued long after the cameras stopped rolling.
Now Song Seung-il is addressing the situation directly after Kim Min Gee previously suggested that their relationship felt “cut off” after the show. His explanation and apology have once again brought attention to one of the season’s most talked-about couples.
Song Seung-il spoke about the situation during an appearance on Super Junior member Kyuhyun’s YouTube channel, where he appeared alongside fellow contestant Lee Ha-eun.

When Kyuhyun asked whether there were any misunderstandings he wanted to clarify, Song Seung-il admitted he had seen many online comments claiming that the emotions on the show were fake.
He said acting in that environment would actually be difficult.
According to him, he tends to approach relationships cautiously and slowly, which may have made his actions appear distant on the show.
He also emphasized that he participated in “Single’s Inferno 5” sincerely and that his feelings during filming were real.
The issue became a topic of discussion after Kim Min Gee spoke about their relationship in the Netflix reunion episode.
She said that after filming ended, communication between them did not really continue.
According to Min Gee, it sometimes felt less like mutual contact and more like one-sided attempts.
She also described their relationship as difficult to define.
In one memorable remark, she said the person she liked seemed to still be stuck in “Inferno,” referencing the show’s setting.

Song Seung-il addressed those comments carefully.
He said Kim Min Gee had always been very honest and sincere with him during the show.
However, when he later shared his confusion about their situation, it might have felt like a sudden break from her perspective.
Because of that, he said he felt sorry.
Song Seung-il revealed that he contacted Kim Min Gee privately after the show to apologize for what he described as his “immature behavior.”
Kyuhyun also mentioned that when he saw the two at a group gathering later, their relationship seemed comfortable.

The situation has continued to spark debate among fans, especially on Kim Min Gee’s recent social media posts.
Many fans still support the pair and say they look good together.
One comment wrote that the two are “so cute together,” while another fan said Min Gee should simply live her life the way she wants and ignore negative comments.
Other supporters told her not to let people take advantage of her kindness and said they would continue to support her decisions no matter what.
However, not all reactions were positive.
Some viewers questioned Song Seung-il’s presence around her, with comments asking “What’s that ghosting guy doing here?” or expressing frustration about how the situation was handled.
Others debated whether the two should reconcile, with some fans encouraging Min Gee to forgive him if she wanted, while others remained skeptical.
The mixed reactions show just how invested viewers became in the couple after watching their story unfold on the show.
Part of the reason the discussion continues is the global popularity of Netflix’s “Single’s Inferno.”
The show has become one of the most widely watched Korean reality dating programs internationally, and fans often follow contestants’ lives even after the season ends.
When couples from the show appear to drift apart, viewers often revisit their storyline and debate what really happened.
In the case of Song Seung-il and Kim Min Gee, their emotional arc and age difference made their pairing one of the most memorable moments of the season.
Kim Min Gee, born in 1996, is a track and field athlete who gained attention online for her visuals and athletic career.
Song Seung-il, born in 2001, is five years younger than her.
The two chose each other in the final episode of Netflix’s “Single’s Inferno 5,” which was released in February.
Although their relationship after the show remains uncertain, Song Seung-il’s apology has once again sparked curiosity among fans about whether the story between the two is truly over.