Actor Lee Chae Min and his girlfriend, actress Ryu Da In, have once again captured the hearts of fans with a recent public display of affection. The couple was spotted on a date in a Seoul restaurant, where Lee Chae Min was seen personally cooking for Ryu Da In, showcasing their strong and ongoing romance.
A Personal Touch During a Meal
The couple was seen on a restaurant date on October 3. An eyewitness account shared online described a particularly sweet moment during their meal. Lee Chae Min was seen taking the initiative to fry a pancake himself for Ryu Da In at the table. The actor also showed his warm and friendly side when he kindly signed an autograph for a restaurant staff member who asked for one.
He even cooked (fried) a pancake himself for actress Dain and signed an autograph for the part-timer when they asked for it.
This public sighting is the latest in a series of sweet interactions that have defined their relationship, showing a couple that is comfortable and caring in the public eye.
A Relationship That Began on Set
Lee Chae Min and Ryu Da In, both 25 years old, first connected while working together. While initial reports suggested they met on the set of tvN’s “Crash Course in Romance” in 2023, other sources indicate they also appeared together on “Ilta Scandal” that same year. Their professional relationship blossomed into a romantic one, and they confirmed they were dating after being spotted on a street date in Bukchon in March 2024. They have been in an open relationship since last year, freely sharing their connection with fans.
Celebrating Birthdays Together
Further proof of their close bond emerged in late September through coordinated social media posts. Lee Chae Min, who celebrated his birthday on September 16, posted a photo holding a cake with the number “25” on it. Two weeks later, on September 29, Ryu Da-in posted her own birthday photos. Fans quickly noticed that the background and the bakery cake box were identical in both pictures, leading to speculation that the couple celebrated their birthdays in the same location. This subtle yet clear coordination was seen by fans as a “Lovestagram,” a quiet signal of their affection for each other.
Navigating Public Attention
With Lee Chae Min’s rising popularity following his leading role in the recent drama “Bon Appétit, Your Majesty,” the couple’s relationship has faced increased scrutiny. Recently, Ryu Da In became the target of negative comments and online abuse from netizens who were upset about their public relationship. Some of this negativity appears to stem from viewers who were heavily invested in Lee Chae Min’s on-screen romance with his co-star Yoona in the drama, and who disliked seeing his real-life relationship with Ryu Da-in being openly displayed.
In a recent interview on September 30, Lee Chae-min was cautiously asked about the public reaction to his relationship. When questioned about whether he and Ryu Da-in discuss their work with each other, he replied:
“I don’t really talk about the work. I didn’t really talk about it. There is nothing I can say in that regard. There is a little bit of caution.”
He acknowledged the increased attention, stating that he saw it as a sign of their growing popularity, and said he focuses on immersing himself in his acting rather than feeling pressured by the public interest. The actor also drew attention for wearing a ring that matched one worn by Ryu Da-in. When asked if it was a couple’s ring, he playfully responded, “Oh, that’s a secret,” smiling and leaving the question unanswered.
Fan reactions to their relationship have been largely supportive. On social media, many have expressed their happiness for the couple. One fan commented, “aww that’s sweet. sana ito na yung maging catalyst ng pag change ng culture nila towards actors having romantic relationships. Korean actors, they deserve to be happy and in love.” This sentiment reflects a wider hope among fans that the culture around celebrity dating can become more accepting, allowing actors to live their lives happily.
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Source: naver
