For the first time in 28 years, top South Korean actress Jun Ji Hyun has opened up about her personal life in a detailed YouTube interview, sharing heartfelt stories about her first meeting with her husband and her daily life as a mother. The actress, known for being very private, discussed her marriage, family routines, and health habits on the YouTube channel ‘Study King True Genius Hong Jin Kyung’ in early November 2025.
A Rare Personal Revelation
Jun Ji Hyun broke her long-standing silence on personal matters by appearing in a video titled ‘First YouTube Appearance! Jun Ji Hyun Shares Her Full Life Story from Debut to Marriage.’ The interview format featured Nam Chang Hee as the MC, with Hong Jin Kyung, Jang Young Ran, and Lee Ji Hye participating as the actress’s humorous “sisters.” This appearance marks a significant shift for the star, who has maintained an extremely low public profile regarding her private life throughout her decades-long career.
The actress shared that she manages all household tasks for her two sons without external help, stating she “does everything on my own without help.” She also detailed her specific health and wellness routine, which includes fasting workouts and protein-based meals.
The Blind Date That Changed Everything
Jun Ji Hyun revealed that she met her husband, Choi Joon-hyuk, through a blind date that eventually led to their 2012 marriage. “Blind dates can be daunting. I felt ready in my heart, but my body wasn’t so sure,” she confessed about her initial nerves before their meeting.
The actress admitted that a friend’s praise of Choi Joon-hyuk’s appearance convinced her to go on the date. “A friend who introduced us said, ‘He’s really handsome,’ and before I knew it, I found myself going. And he truly was as handsome as they said.” When asked about her husband’s nickname, “Euljiro Jang Dong Gun,” Jun Ji Hyun explained, “His office was in that area. I fell for him at first sight,” confirming her immediate attraction.
Choi Joon-hyuk is the CEO of Alpha Asset Management. The couple married in 2012 after dating for approximately a year and now have two sons together.
A Lasting Career and Personal Balance
Jun Ji Hyun, born October 30, 1981, has maintained her status as one of South Korea’s most beloved actresses since her breakthrough role in ‘My Sassy Girl’ in 2001. She earned the nickname “Nation’s First Love” following the film’s massive success across Asia. She later starred in the hugely popular drama ‘My Love from the Star’ in 2013-2014, which won her the Daesang (Grand Prize) at the Baeksang Arts Awards.
Despite her fame, Jun Ji Hyun has always kept her personal life separate from her public image. She is married to Choi Joon-hyuk, and they have two sons together, born in 2016 and 2018. The actress has previously shared her approach to finding happiness in daily life, stating: “In the morning, I’m happy when I’m sweaty after a hard workout, and I get happy again if I’m able to make it to lunchtime on an empty stomach. In the afternoon, I’m happy when I pick up my kids, play with them, give them a bath, and give them a piece of candy. At night, before I fall asleep, I feel happy as I think, ‘I’m ending another day well.’”
Her detailed discussion of marriage and family life in this recent interview offers fans an unprecedented look at the woman behind the celebrated actress, revealing a person who values both her career and family responsibilities in equal measure.
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