Kim Ji Soo, pinakilig si Ashley Rivera sa natutuhang Tagalog na binitawan niya
- Kim Ji Soo described the Philippines as his second home
- The Sparkle actor has stayed in the country for two years
- Ji Soo impressed Ashley Rivera with a Filipino phrase
- He also said he is open to dating a Filipina
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Kim Ji Soo opened up about his growing connection to the Philippines during his guest appearance on the pilot episode of the new talk show KALURKS!, where he also showed off some of the Filipino words he has learned.

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The Sparkle actor, who became part of the talent agency’s roster in August 2024, has now spent two years in the Philippines. During his conversation with host Ashley Rivera, Ji Soo was asked if he already considered himself a “Pinoy at heart.”
With a smile, he answered:
“In my heart is already Pinoy.”
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He then shared how his extended stay in the country has changed the way he sees the Philippines, adding:

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“It's been actually two years. I feel like now is like my second home here.”
Ji Soo also gave viewers a glimpse of the Filipino expressions he has picked up during his time in the country. Although he admitted that he only knows a few words, he confidently demonstrated one phrase while looking directly at Ashley.
“Kaunti lang. Like, 'Ang ganda mo,'” he said.
The simple compliment immediately caught Ashley off guard, with the actress unable to hide her kilig after hearing Ji Soo say the line to her.
Trying to playfully defend herself, Ashley responded:
“Huwag kang ganyan. Marupok ako.”
The exchange added a light and playful moment to Ji Soo’s appearance, showing how comfortable he has become using Filipino expressions while interacting with local personalities.
Beyond his language skills and growing familiarity with Filipino culture, Ji Soo also opened up about his dating preferences. During their conversation, the actor revealed that he is “very open” to dating a Filipina.
His comments came as he continues to build his career in the Philippines, where he has been working as a Sparkle artist since 2024.
After two years in the country, Ji Soo’s remarks about feeling at home in the Philippines offered another glimpse into his experience as a Korean actor working and connecting with Filipino audiences.
Kim Ji-soo is a South Korean actor who is currently based and active in the Philippines, where he has embraced the country as his second home. Known for his television and drama projects, he has expanded his career into local entertainment productions and mainstream television work.
In another report, South Korean actor Kim Ji-soo opened up about how nearly two years of living in the Philippines have influenced his lifestyle and perspective. He said the country’s warm, friendly, and relaxed culture has helped him become more cheerful, playful, and easygoing. Ji-soo shared these reflections while promoting the Viu original series “Love, Siargao,” where he stars alongside Alden Richards and Nadine Lustre. After his career in South Korea was disrupted by allegations involving school bullying, the actor began rebuilding his career in the Philippines in 2024.
Meanwhile, Ashley Rivera became emotional as she talked about the passing of her mother and the grief she continues to experience two months after the loss. The actress and comedian dedicated her new show, “KALURKS!,” to her late mother, whom she described as her number one fan. Ashley admitted that she is still coping with the pain of losing her mother while continuing to move forward with her career. Despite the difficult period, she remains grateful for the blessings and opportunities that continue to come her way.
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