Min Hyo-rin makes rare public appearance with husband Taeyang; Sparks online discussion over changed look

Min Hyorin new look gets people talking

Min Hyo-rin has quietly been enjoying life away from the spotlight in recent years — but a rare public appearance has put her right back into the centre of online buzz.

As per The Korean Times, the actress was recently photographed attending a wedding with her husband, BIGBANG’s Taeyang, both dressed in coordinated black outfits. Many fans appreciated the couple's poised and elegant appearance as they stood side by side. They also exuded a serene warmth.

Since tying the knot and welcoming their first child, Min has chosen to focus on her family and step back from public life. So naturally, her appearance at the event — after such a long break — caught the attention of many online.

What really stirred conversation, though, was a perceived change in her appearance. While she still carried herself with her usual grace and charm, some fans pointed out that she looked a little different, with a slightly fuller face and a softer, more mature look.

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Online forums and social media were ablaze with conflicting responses.  Some expressed surprise, saying, “That’s not the Min Hyo-rin I remember,” or questioning, “Is that really Min Hyo-rin?”

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Others chalked it up to a candid angle, commenting, “The photo must have been taken at a bad angle,” while a few blunt remarks noted, “Even Min Hyo-rin gains weight.”

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The reactions were especially striking given that just weeks earlier, the actress had shared carefully curated photos of herself — images that fans praised for her “unchanging, girlish beauty.” The difference between those polished shots and her latest, more natural appearance seemed to catch some fans off guard.

This isn’t the first time her looks have made headlines. In the past, she found herself addressing pregnancy rumours after a photo showing a slight bump went viral.

Even years after she left the screen, the public continues to closely observe her, as evidenced by these recurrent responses.