Kim Min Hee and Hong Sang Soo make first public appearance together since affair rumors

The controversial couple was invited to the event for Hong Sang Soo's new film 'On the Beach at Night Alone.' Kim Min Hee, the lead actress of the new film and the director's rumored affair partner, was spotted right next to Hong Sang Soo throughout the event.  

Previously, the two have been captured together filming for 'On the Beach at Night Alone'. However, this is the first time they have made an official public appearance. 

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During the press conference at the event, Hong Sang Soo talked about his relationship with the actress, and said, "Kim Min Hee and I have a very close relationship. That's why I ask her for many opinions. It's true that my productions reflect myself because I created it. That also means that Hong Sang Soo and Kim Min Hee's conversations are included in it." 

Currently, criticism for the controversial couple continues to soar on online communities.