Shortly after taking to her Instagram to write a letter to fans about her absence from AOA, ChoA has now become wrapped up in dating rumors. This is the first time that the idol has become the center of dating news. 

Reports on May 17 (KST) claimed ChoA has been dating Najin Corporation's director Lee Suk Jin for the past year. The two supposedly met thanks to a close acquaintance, Super Junior's Heechul. 

ChoA's label FNC Entertainment has responded to the reports with, "We are currently getting in touch with ChoA to confirm the news. We will reveal our official statement once we can contact her." Stay tuned for updates.