URGENT UPDATE: K-Drama star Kim Yoo Jung has personally addressed swirling dating rumors concerning her and co-star Kim Do Hyun during a press conference held on October 30, 2023. The actress spoke candidly about the speculation that emerged after the two were spotted together at a Vietnam airport in September.
During the promotional event for her upcoming TVING K-Drama, Dear X, Kim Yoo Jung decided to confront the rumors head-on, stating that she and Kim Do Hyun found the situation amusing. Following their appearance at the Busan International Film Festival, where they promoted the drama, the pair shared a laugh over the dating claims when they spoke shortly after the news broke.
“I spoke with Kim Do Hyun almost right away. As soon as we talked on the phone, we both laughed for about three minutes straight,” said Kim Yoo Jung.
The dating rumors originated when the two were seen together without their castmates, prompting speculation about a private trip to Vietnam after filming concluded. Although Kim Yoo Jung’s agency quickly denied the claims, asserting that the entire cast traveled to Vietnam together, the rumors reignited after a recent Instagram post that featured Kim Yoo Jung and Kim Do Hyun.
Kim took a light-hearted approach to the situation, even joking with director Lee Eun Bok about the unexpected attention. “I’m willing to provide more photos (of the two of them),” Lee added, humorously claiming he had amassed around 100 images from their time together.
Co-star Lee Yeol Eum also reacted to the rumors, expressing her surprise and saying she could only laugh at the situation. Kim Yoo Jung embraced the buzz, stating that the speculation could ultimately benefit Dear X by drawing more viewers to the show.
Mark your calendars: Dear X is set to premiere on November 6, 2023, at 6 PM KST on TVING. Fans are eager to see how the dynamics between the cast unfold on-screen, especially with the added intrigue of these dating rumors.
This development is significant for fans and followers of K-Dramas, as it highlights the personal lives of stars while also promoting their upcoming projects. Stay tuned for more updates as the premiere date approaches!
