K-drama couples whose one screen chemistry turned real
Several K-drama co-stars have taken their on-screen chemistry off-screen, leading to real-life romances and even marriages, like Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin or Ji Sung and Lee Bo-young.
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin (Crash Landing on You, 2019-2020) Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin starred as star-crossed lovers in Crash Landing on You, and their sizzling chemistry quickly sparked dating rumours. In January 2021, they confirmed their relationship, and by March 2022, they married in a private ceremony. They welcomed their first child in November 2022, becoming one of Korea’s most beloved celebrity couples.
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Lee Min-ho and Suzy (Legend of the Blue Sea, 2016-2017) Though they didn’t pair up in a drama together, Lee Min-ho and Suzy (a former Miss A member) began dating in 2015 after meeting at a photoshoot. Their relationship lasted nearly three years before ending in 2017. Both remain top stars in the industry.
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Nam Joo-hyuk and Lee Sung-kyung (Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo, 2016-2017) Their adorable chemistry in Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo led to real-life dating rumors, which were confirmed in April 2017. However, due to busy schedules, they broke up five months later. Fans still adore their playful dynamic from the drama.
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Ji Sung and Lee Bo-young (Save the Last Dance for Me, 2004) This veteran couple met on the set of Save the Last Dance for Me in 2004 and dated for six years before marrying in 2013. They have two daughters and are known for their strong, long-lasting relationship in the entertainment industry.
Yoo Ah-in and Shin Se-kyung (Fashion King, 2012) Yoo Ah-in and Shin Se-kyung starred in Fashion King and reportedly dated briefly after the drama ended. However, their relationship was short-lived, and both have since moved on to other projects.
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Lee Dong-wook and Bae Suzy (Goblin, 2016 - Though Not Co-Stars) Lee Dong-wook (from Goblin) and Suzy confirmed their relationship in 2018 after meeting through mutual friends. Despite their 13-year age gap, they dated for about four months before breaking up due to busy schedules.
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Rain and Kim Tae-hee (Love Story in Harvard, 2004 - Not Co-Stars, but a Famous K-Drama Couple) Though they never acted together, Rain and Kim Tae-hee (both iconic actors) began dating in 2012 after meeting at a commercial shoot. They married in 2017 and now have three children, making them one of Korea’s most admired power couples.
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Lee Joon-gi and Jeon Hye-bin (Time Between Dog and Wolf, 2007 - Rumored) Lee Joon-gi and Jeon Hye-bin sparked dating rumours after starring in Time Between Dog and Wolf, though neither confirmed the relationship. However, they remained close friends, and Jeon later attended Lee’s fan meetings.
