Episodes 1 to 4 of Single’s Inferno season 5 were released on Netflix on January 20, featuring Choi Mina Sue among the cast members introduced in the early episodes. Her behaviour has prompted discussion among viewers. It particularly follows scenes in which three male contestants (Su-bin, Sung-hun, and Seung-il) were shown expressing interest in her.
She initially paired with Su-bin for her first visit to Paradise. That dynamic shifted during the Hottest Couple Photoshoot, where she openly rearranged her rankings, placing Sung-hun at the top, followed by Su-bin and then Sung-min. In her priorities, Seung-il was not mentioned. In the Truth Game in Single’s Inferno season 5, when she was asked which contestant she wanted to head to Paradise with next, she unexpectedly named Sung-min.
This surprised many viewers, especially since Su-bin had just stated that Mina Sue was the woman he currently liked the most during his question. Because of these shifting signals and reactions, social media is now flooded with comments labeling her a “pick-me”, accusing her of courting attention from multiple men while playing into the drama.
Another scene in Single’s Inferno season 5 involved Min-ji being asked about her selection for Paradise. During the exchange, she poured a Pepsi from a can into Seung-il’s glass and did a love shot with him, indicating that she had chosen him. Mina Sue was shown rolling her eyes during the scene, which was subsequently discussed by viewers online.
Some viewers have defended Mina Sue, arguing that criticism directed at her is rooted in insecurity. These fans describe her as more natural in both appearance and behavior compared to other contestants. Supporters also state that her actions contribute to conflict and narrative expansion on the show, which they view as a key aspect of a dating program.
Who is Choi Mina Sue in Single’s Inferno season 5?
Choi Mina Sue was born in Australia. She later moved to the United States for education at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing a communications major there. The 26-year-old arrives on Single’s Inferno with a documented record in pageantry, global advocacy, and competitive reality formats.
Her public profile first expanded through the Miss Earth crown, which placed her in a central role within international environmental outreach. She completed one year as an official representative for the Miss Earth Foundation. She also acted as a spokesperson for the United Nations Environment Programme and the WWF. Her title included a crown built from gold, pearls, and gemstones.
The award package also provided a fully covered year of worldwide travel and multiple endorsement agreements. Following her Miss Earth term, she joined the 2022 program Battle for Tenancy. Penthouse. The format placed contestants inside a multi-level building where higher floors offered increased influence. She advanced through several rounds and finished in seventh position.
Watch Single’s Inferno season 5, currently streaming on Netflix.
Edited by Shreya Jha