UPDATE: K-Drama star Kim Yoo Jung has directly addressed swirling dating rumors with her co-star Kim Do Hoon for the first time. During a press conference on October 30, 2023, for her upcoming series Dear X, Kim confronted the gossip that ignited earlier this year, confirming the speculation has taken on a life of its own.
The rumors began in September when the pair were spotted together at a Vietnam airport, sparking claims of a secret trip after filming wrapped. Despite the actress’s agency quickly denying the allegations—clarifying that the entire cast visited Vietnam—public interest surged again after an Instagram post featuring Kim and Kim Do Hoon ignited fresh speculation.
Instead of relying on her agency’s statement, Kim opted for a candid approach at the press conference, sharing, “I spoke with Kim Do Hoon almost right away. We both laughed for about three minutes straight after hearing the rumors.” Her lighthearted tone highlighted the absurdity of the situation, as she recalled calling Kim after their appearance at the Busan International Film Festival.
Director Lee Eun Bok and co-star Lee Yeol Eum joined in on the humor, with Lee joking about having “about 100 photos” of the two to further fuel the buzz, while Yeol Eum expressed her own surprise at the rumors, saying she couldn’t help but laugh.
Kim Yoo Jung also emphasized the silver lining of the rumors, stating that they might ultimately bring more attention to Dear X. The K-Drama is set to premiere on November 6, 2023, at 6 PM KST on TVING. With anticipation building, viewers are eager to see if the drama lives up to the hype, fueled in part by the actress’s newfound fame surrounding the dating speculation.
As the countdown to the premiere continues, fans and media alike are left wondering: will the rumors add to the allure of Dear X, or will they fade as the show takes center stage? Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
