Romantic sparks flying between South Korean actors and actresses always capture public interest, especially when on-screen chemistry translates into real-life relationships. For fans, it’s pure magic. Whether they fell for each other during a drama or found love elsewhere, their shared scenes remain iconic and memorable.
Here are some K-drama stars who acted with their current partners, and fans couldn’t get enough.
Son Ye Ji and Hyun Bin
The beloved K-drama power couple, Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin, first worked together in the 2018 thriller ‘The Negotiation,’ where they played a hostage negotiator and a criminal mastermind, respectively. Their electric chemistry sparked again in the global hit ‘Crash Landing on You.’ The drama’s romantic narrative mirrored their real-life love story, culminating in their marriage in 2022.
Lee Do Hyun and Lim Ji Yeon
Lee Do Hyun and Lim Ji Yeon captivated audiences in the intense revenge drama ‘The Glory’ as the male lead and the antagonist, with limited on-screen interactions. So when news broke in 2023 that the two were dating in real life, fans were completely surprised but delighted.
Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin
Shin Min Ah and Kim Woo Bin, who have been dating since 2015, both starred in the popular melodrama ‘Our Blues.’ Although fans hoped to see them portray a couple on screen, the two played partners of different lead characters. Still, viewers were delighted to see the beloved real-life couple appear in the same drama.
Ji Sung and Lee Bo Young
Ji Sung and Lee Bo Young first met on the set of the 2004 drama ‘Save the Last Dance for Me,’ where Ji Sung played a chaebol heir, while Lee Bo Young portrayed the second female lead. Their on-screen connection laid the foundation for a real relationship, leading to their marriage in 2013. The couple remains one of Korea’s most enduring celebrity pairs.
Lee Chae Min and Ryu Da In
Rising stars Lee Chae Min and Ryu Da In shared the screen in the romantic comedy ‘Crash Course in Romance’ as supporting characters. Their youthful chemistry as classmates added charm to the series and sparked their off-screen romance. Confirmed in 2024, the relationship made headlines as fans celebrated their adorable connection.
Eugene and Ki Tae Young
Eugene and Ki Tae Young fell in love while filming the romantic comedy series ‘Creating Destiny,’ where they played a couple brought together by fate. Their on-screen love story soon became real, and they married in 2011. The couple’s chemistry in the drama remains a nostalgic favourite for fans.
Park Si Eun and Jin Tae Hyun
Park Si Eun and Jin Tae Hyun’s romance blossomed on the set of ‘Pure Pumpkin Flower,’ a heartfelt drama about family and perseverance. Their shared scenes sparked a connection, leading to their marriage in 2015. Their story is a testament to how on-screen partnerships can lead to lasting love.
Kim So Yeon and Lee Sang Woo
Kim So Yeon and Lee Sang Woo met while filming the family drama ‘Happy Home.' Their on-screen dynamic as a couple facing personal struggles resonated with viewers, and their real-life relationship soon followed. They tied the knot in 2017, becoming a beloved couple in the industry.
Uhm Hyun Kyung and Cha Seo Won
Uhm Hyun Kyung and Cha Seo Won worked together in the melodrama 'Second Husband,’ where their intense on-screen chemistry as co-stars caught attention. Their relationship developed off-screen, and they tied the knot in 2024, adding another chapter to K-drama’s real-life love stories.
Yeon Jung Hoon and Han Ga In
Yeon Jung Hoon and Han Ga In’s romance began on the set of the classic drama ‘Yellow Handkerchief.’ Playing a couple with a complex love story, their chemistry was undeniable. They married in 2005 and have since been admired for their strong relationship and family life.
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