Recent dating rumors involving actors Kim Yoo Jung and Kim Do Hoon have been firmly denied by their agencies. The speculation started after photos of the two together at an airport in Vietnam surfaced online. However, their representatives clarified that the trip was a group vacation with the cast and staff of their upcoming drama “Dear X” and not a private romantic getaway.
How the Dating Rumors Began
The rumors began when a photo of Kim Do Hoon and a woman, believed to be Kim Yoo Jung, circulated on online communities and social media. The photo was taken at Nha Trang Airport in Vietnam in May. Although the woman in the photo wore a mask, making it difficult to confirm her identity, her outfit closely resembled one that Kim Yoo Jung had shared on social media in June. This led many to assume it was her. Additionally, a netizen claimed to have seen Kim Do Hoon on a Vietnam Airlines business class flight, further fueling the speculation.
“The photo in question was taken during that trip. The dating rumors are not true,” said a representative from Kim Yoo Jung’s agency, awesome.ent.
The photos quickly spread, with fans and netizens interpreting them as evidence of a relationship. Some even described it as a “lovestagram” moment, implying that the two were sharing subtle hints of a romance online.
Agencies’ Official Responses
Both agencies responded swiftly to the rumors. Kim Yoo Jung’s agency, awesome.ent, stated that the trip to Vietnam was a group activity after the filming of “Dear X” concluded. They emphasized that the photo was misleading because it only showed the two actors, while in reality, the trip included the drama’s director, Lee Eung Bok, and other staff members.
“We checked with Kim You Jung, and the dating rumors with Kim Do Hoon are not true. The trip to Nha Trang in Vietnam was not just the two of them but was a group trip after concluding filming for ‘Dear X,’” awesome.ent explained.
Similarly, Kim Do Hoon’s agency, PEAK J Entertainment, confirmed that the dating rumors were untrue. They reiterated that the trip was organized for the cast and staff of “Dear X” and was not a private outing.
“The dating rumors between Kim Do Hoon and Kim You Jung are not true. It was a group trip attended with the directors of their recent drama, and it was not just the two of them,” PEAK J Entertainment said.
About the Drama “Dear X”
“Dear X” is an upcoming TVING original series starring Kim Yoo Jung, Kim Young Dae, Kim Do Hoon, and Lee Yul-Eum. The drama tells the story of Baek Ah Jin, played by Kim Yoo Jung, a successful actress who wears a mask to hide her true self as she climbs to the top of the entertainment industry. The series also explores the stories of the people she steps on along the way, referred to as the “Xs.” The drama is set to premiere on November 6.
The project has already faced some controversy, as its poster was recently accused of plagiarizing the poster of the Chinese film “Suspect X” (2017), which is an adaptation of Keigo Higashino’s novel “The Devotion of Suspect X.”
Fan Reactions and Public Response
Many fans expressed disappointment upon hearing that the dating rumors were false. Some had already started imagining a romantic relationship between the two actors, especially since they are both young and rising stars in the Korean entertainment industry. However, others appreciated the agencies’ quick and clear responses, which helped prevent further misinformation.
On social media, fans shared mixed reactions. Some wrote, “I was hoping it was true; they would make a cute couple,” while others said, “It’s better to focus on their upcoming drama instead of their personal lives.”
Background on Kim Yoo Jung and Kim Do Hoon
Kim Yoo Jung is a well-known South Korean actress who started her career as a child actress. She has starred in popular dramas like “Love in the Moonlight” (2016), “Lovers of the Red Sky” (2021), and “My Demon” (2023–2024). She is often called the “Nation’s Little Sister” and “Global First Love” due to her roles in romantic series and films.
Kim Do Hoon is a rising actor known for his roles in “Moving” (2023), “Today’s Webtoon” (2023), and “The Escape of the Seven” (2023). He won the Best New Actor award at the 2022 Korea Drama Awards for his performance in “Today’s Webtoon.”
Both actors are represented by reputable agencies and have built successful careers in the competitive Korean entertainment industry.
The agencies of both actors have made it clear that the dating rumors are baseless. They have asked fans and the public to respect the actors’ privacy and focus on their professional work instead. They also expressed gratitude for the interest in “Dear X” and promised that the drama would be worth watching.
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Credits: Soompi
