7 Iconic K-Drama Pairs Who Took Their On-Screen Romance to Real Life


Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk


Nam Joo Hyuk and Lee Sung Kyung, both former models turned actors, have a long history together. They first met at the start of their careers and later starred as a couple in the popular K-drama "Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo." The real-life romance between the two was confirmed on April 24, 2017. However, on August 18 of the same year, their agency, YG Entertainment, announced their separation without disclosing the reason, stating it was a personal matter. 

Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young


Lee Min Ho and Park Min Young are well-known South Korean actors who co-starred in the hit romantic action drama "City Hunter" in 2011. During filming, they fell for each other and began a relationship after the drama wrapped, according to their respective agencies. However, due to their busy schedules, they eventually ended the relationship, which was made public on January 25, 2012. 

Jung So Min and Lee Joon


Lee Joon and Jung So-min played love interests in the Korean drama "My Father is Strange," which aired in 2017. The on-screen chemistry between the two led to a real-life relationship that they made public in early 2018. However, after three years of dating, the couple announced their split on June 26, 2020, according to media outlet Dispatch. Despite the breakup, they intend to remain on friendly terms and support each other as fellow actors. 

Kim Bum and Moon Geun-Young.

Goddess of Fire" is a historical romantic K-drama set in the Joseon era, featuring actors Kim Bum and Moon Geun-Young. In 2013, during a European vacation, they were spotted together, leading to dating rumors. This was later confirmed by their respective agencies. However, after 7 months, the couple ended their relationship but maintain a friendship as colleagues, as stated by their agencies on May 15, 2014


Ji Hyun Woo and Yoo In Na


Ji Hyun Woo and Yoo In Na, who co-starred in the Korean drama "Queen in-hyun's Man," started dating in 2012. Hyun Woo made a surprise declaration of love for Yoo during a fan meeting for the series' conclusion, catching everyone, including Yoo herself, off guard. Yoo confirmed their relationship on a radio show 10 days later. However, on May 13, 2014, the couple announced their breakup.