On July 1, 2024, speculation of a potential romance between actress Kim Ji Won and actor Kim Soo Hyun began to circulate, exciting Korean internet users.
When Kim Soo Hyun posted four pictures from his latest fan gathering in Asia on Instagram, the rumours began. The images immediately attracted the interest of the public and media, sparking rumours about a possible romance between the two celebrities.
The suspicions started when fans with sharp eyes saw a clear resemblance between Kim Ji Won and Kim Soo Hyun’s stances in their Instagram pictures.
Kim Ji Won recently shared photos of herself from an event hosted by Dior in Taiwan, wearing a black dress.
Fans conjecture about a potential romance between the two stars based on their comparable stances, which led to the coining of the word “Lovestagram” to represent the situation.
Kim Soo Hyun’s Response and Agency’s Stand
Kim Soo Hyun moved quickly to put an end to the speculations, removing the pictures from his Instagram account.
The removal of the photographs raised more questions among fans and the media, which in turn spurred more suspicion. The controversy grew after the pictures were removed because people started to wonder if there was more to the story than chance photo ops.
Neither Kim Ji Won’s nor Kim Soo Hyun’s agencies responded to the rumors by addressing them.
They brushed off the idea of a “Lovestagram” and said nothing more about the rumors of their connection. Fans and internet users were forced to make their own assumptions and interpretations because of the agencies’ lack of response.
Netizens Reaction on Their Dating Rumour
Korean internet users have responded to the relationship allegations in a variety of ways. Some offered their encouragement to the prospective couple, stating things like:
“Just let them be.”
“I am looking forward to some good news. They look great together.”
“Why is this Lovestagram? If they take photos in similar poses, they are dating?”
“I think the whole nation would be supporting them and cheering them on if they said they were dating.”
“I think everyone needs to let them date in peace.”
“I wish they would date. I think they are a couple that really look good together. I am hoping another real couple forms from ‘Queen of Tears’ just like ‘Crash Landing on You.'”
“Please date!”
“I think people should just let these two date.”
“I support both of them.”
“I would cheer them on if they are dating.”
The speculation around Kim Soo Hyun and Kim Ji Won’s potential romance demonstrates the attraction and curiosity fans have for the private lives of their idols.
The public’s response demonstrates the enthusiasm and support that fans may provide superstars, even in the absence of confirmation of the rumors.