Why is Kang Ye-won's father buried in 1.1 billion won in debt? My Ugly Duckling, Profile, Age, Father's Death

Actress Kang Ye-won joined SBS’s “My Ugly Duckling” as a new member and revealed her father’s debt problem of 1 billion to 1.1 billion won.

 

Viewers' attention was drawn to a scene aired in which Kang Ye-won, known for her bright and down-to-earth image, visited a lawyer for a consultation following the passing of her father. In particular, as the issue of debts related to the business her father ran during his lifetime and overdue employee wages was also revealed, the scene became a hot topic as it went beyond a simple entertainment segment to prompt reflection on family and inheritance issues.

 

 

1. Kang Ye-won's Father's 1.1 Billion Won Debt: Why Was It Incurred?

According to information revealed on the broadcast, the debt left by Kang Ye-won's father was explained as primarily business-related debt.

 

 

After reviewing the documents brought by Kang Ye-won, the lawyer stated that it appeared her father had accumulated significant debt while running his business. He explained that based on the currently confirmed data alone, the debt amounts to approximately 1 billion to 1.1 billion won.

 

A bigger problem was that this amount might not be the final confirmed figure. The lawyer stated that since the results of the asset inquiry had not yet been fully released, there could be additional unknown debts. In other words, the currently revealed 1 billion to 1.1 billion won is based on verified documents, and there remains a possibility that additional creditors may appear or unconfirmed debts may be discovered.

 

Kang Ye-won revealed that she only found out about the debt of this magnitude after her father passed away.

 

 

2. The burden of 300 million won to be repaid immediately and hospital expenses

 

The reason Kang Ye-won felt even more helpless was that the repayment date for about 300 million won of the total debt had already arrived.

The lawyer explained that the amount had to be repaid within May, and Kang Ye-won was unable to continue speaking, saying that she did not have 300 million won in cash due to her father's hospital bills.

 

Before the grief from the passing of my father could even subside, realistic financial problems came flooding in all at once.

 

 

Kang Ye-won revealed on a broadcast that she decided to stop all cash expenditures due to her father's hospital bills. It appears the financial burden was significant as large costs were incurred during his hospitalization and treatment in the intensive care unit, compounded by expenses not covered by insurance.

 

Eventually, as her father's medical expenses, business debts, and overdue debts overlapped all at once, Kang Ye-won faced an unexpected debt problem worth approximately 1.1 billion won.

 

 

3. The reason for hesitating despite the recommendation to renounce the inheritance

 

During the legal consultation, the lawyer suggested renouncing the inheritance as an option. This is because doing so would allow her to avoid inheriting not only the assets but also the debts. However, Kang Ye-won could not easily make a decision.

 

The reason was the house where the family had lived together for a long time.

 

Kang Ye-won explained that the house in question is a space where her family of four has lived for about 30 years, starting from when she was in high school. Because it is not merely a piece of real estate but a home filled with the family's time, it was difficult for her to easily dispose of or give it up. While the legal option of renouncing the inheritance may be a realistic solution, Kang Ye-won's dilemma inevitably deepened as it involves settling family memories and emotions all at once.

 

 

4. The story behind trying to take responsibility for an employee's 9 months of back pay

 

The scene that garnered the most sympathy in this broadcast was when Kang Ye-won met with the employees of her father's company. There were nine months' worth of back wages at her father's company, and Kang Ye-won expressed her apologies to the employees, asking if they had never told her about it during that time.

 

The employees said that the children have no obligation to repay the company's debt, but Kang Ye-won said that even if she has no legal liability, she wants to do as much as she can.

 

Kang Ye-won said that she felt the employees who had worked with her father for a long time were like family. Meeting with the staff after the funeral, she felt that they knew more about her father than she did, and it appears she felt a great sense of indebtedness to them. Eventually, she handed over a portion of the overdue wages, shedding tears as she expressed her apologies and gratitude.

 

This scene was not simply a matter of whether or not to repay the debt, but rather a moment that showed how the daughter was trying to accept and come to terms with her father's life.

 

 

5. Why Kang Ye-won's Profile and Appearance on 'My Ugly Duckling' Are Attracting Attention

 

Kang Ye-won, whose real name is Kim Ji-eun, was born on March 15, 1979. A native of Daegu, she graduated from Hanyang University with a degree in vocal music and has been active in both films and dramas since the early 2000s. Her representative works include *Haeundae*, *Harmony*, *Hello Ghost*, *Quick*, *Me*, *Come See Me*, and *Bad Guys*. She is currently signed with Fantagio.

 

The reason Kang Ye-won’s appearance on *My Ugly Duckling* became a hot topic was not simply because she joined as a new member, but because she revealed even her most private family issues. While there were cheerful moments, such as revealing her bare face, confessing to plastic surgery, and her daily life with her roommate of 20 years, the passing of her father and the issue of debts amounting to 1.1 billion won were much heavier topics.

 

Nevertheless, the fact that this issue was revealed through broadcasting is meaningful in that it provided realistic empathy and information to viewers in similar situations.

 

 

 

 

FAQ

Q. How much is Kang Ye-won's father's debt?

A. Based on the broadcast, the currently confirmed debt was mentioned as being approximately 1 billion to 1.1 billion won.

 

Q. Why did Kang Ye-won's father incur debt?

A. It was explained as business-related debt left behind by the father while he was running his business.

 

Q. Was there any money you had to repay immediately?

A. It has been reported that the repayment date for approximately 300 million won has already arrived.

 

Q. How old is Kang Ye-won?

A. Born in 1979, he is 47 years old as of 2026.

 

 

 

 

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