Stage of Friendship's "Longing for Mother"
Original Korean title
우정의 무대 그리운 어머니
Stage of Friendship's "Longing for Mother" segment means the tearjerker military-show finale where a mother and her soldier son are dramatically reunited on stage.
Originated around 1990Last updated: August 4, 2026
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What does it mean?
From July 1990, this military variety show's "Stage of Friendship" segment closed each episode with the theme song "Longing for Mother" playing as a mother, called out by name, walked onto the stage for a dramatic reunion with her soldier son -- a moment that reduced viewers to tears every time it aired. The opening of "When I Miss Mom" is still clipped and replayed today as a symbol of nostalgia.
Where did it start?
From KBS's "Stage of Friendship" segment (1990s).
How is it used?
Cited as a comparison when describing a moving reunion scene.
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