You know those moments when one simple photo online suddenly turns into a full-blown “are they dating?” storm? Yep, that’s exactly what happened with Kim Yoo Jung and Kim Do Hoon — the two stars of Dear X, the upcoming K-drama everyone’s been talking about.
But wait — was it really a secret romance? Or just another classic case of K-drama chemistry getting a little too real for the internet?
Well, the buzz around Kim Yoo Jung dating rumours has definitely taken social media by storm — and fans can’t stop talking about it!
Let’s find out everything, from how the rumour started to how the cast reacted — and trust me, the story’s actually kinda funny once you hear it all.
The Curiosity: What Sparked The Kim Yoo Jung Dating Rumour?
So here’s the thing — Dear X was already making waves because of its star-studded cast: Kim Yoo Jung, Kim Young Dae, Kim Do Hoon, and Lee Yul Eum.
It’s directed by the legendary Lee Eung Bok, the man behind hits like Goblin and Descendants of the Sun.
So obviously, people were curious even before it aired.
But the real buzz? It started when some eagle-eyed fans online spotted a photo of Kim Do Hoon in Vietnam… with a woman beside him.
She had a mask on, a green bag on her suitcase — and fans were like, “Wait… that looks just like Yoo Jung!”
Now, here’s where it gets interesting. Around the same time, Kim Yoo Jung had uploaded a casual mirror selfie wearing the same outfit — shorts, a tank top layered with a shirt. Coincidence? Maybe. But you know how fans are — they zoom, compare, and speculate!
Soon enough, posts started spreading — “Kim Yoo Jung and Kim Do Hoon spotted on a trip to Vietnam together!”
Hashtags like #Lovestagram and #DearXCouple began trending.
And just like that, the dating rumour was born.
The Speculation Era: Vietnam, Matching Jackets & More
After that one viral picture, more clues started popping up.
A fan claimed they’d seen Kim Do Hoon on a Vietnam Airlines business class flight, while another said the woman beside him looked exactly like Yoo Jung.
And just when people thought things had cooled off, BIFF 2025 (Busan International Film Festival) happened — where both Yoo Jung and Do Hoon appeared together, posting playful selfies.
Fans couldn’t ignore the “matching beige jackets” they wore, saying it looked like a couple outfit.
The comments were full of, “They look so good together!” and “It’s giving soft couple energy!”
So naturally, the rumour got even stronger.
The Press Conference: “We Laughed For 3 Minutes Straight!”
Fast forward to October 30, 2025 — the Dear X press conference in Seoul.
Now this was the first time the whole team — including Yoo Jung, Do Hoon, Young Dae, and Director Lee Eung Bok — were together in front of the media after the whole dating drama.
And guess what? They didn’t dodge the question.
In fact, they laughed about it.
Kim Yoo Jung said,
“Right after the articles came out, I called Do Hoon. As soon as we started talking, we laughed for three minutes straight. Even the director joined in. From our side, it just shows people are paying attention — and I hope the show does well.”
How wholesome is that? Instead of getting defensive, she handled it with grace and humor.
The Director & Cast Reaction: A Supportive Squad
Director Lee Eung Bok also joined in the fun, saying jokingly,
“I’m willing to provide more photos. I actually secured a few from that trip!”
The entire press room burst into laughter.
Meanwhile, Kim Young Dae, who plays Yoo Jung’s love interest in Dear X, added,
“I honestly didn’t know anything. I wasn’t there. I even called to ask, ‘Is this real or fake?’ and they said, ‘Not true!’”
Even Lee Yul Eum shared her side, saying,
“I couldn’t go either, but we planned the group trip together in our chat. When I saw the news, I just laughed — it was hilarious seeing familiar moments turned into rumours!”
Now that’s what we call team bonding.
So What Really Happened in Vietnam?
Here’s the full truth — after Dear X wrapped up filming, the entire cast and crew decided to go on a group trip to Nha Trang, Vietnam.
It wasn’t a private getaway or secret couple vacation; it was a well-deserved break for everyone.
But because only a few photos of Yoo Jung and Do Hoon surfaced online (and not the rest of the team), people assumed it was just the two of them.
Their agencies quickly clarified —
“The Vietnam trip was a group outing with staff and cast. The rumours about the two dating are not true.”
Still, you know how the internet works. Once a rumour catches fire, it takes time to fade.
The Chemistry That Feels Too Real
Let’s be honest — Kim Yoo Jung and Kim Do Hoon’s on-screen chemistry is that good.
In Dear X, Yoo Jung plays Baek Ah Jin, a woman who wears a perfect mask while hiding her dark secrets, climbing from misery to power.
Do Hoon plays one of the men tangled in her world — and the emotional tension between them is intense.
When two actors pull off that kind of chemistry, fans want to believe there’s something real behind it.
It’s the same magic we’ve seen with so many K-drama couples before — from reel to real (or at least, fans’ imagination ).
The Bigger Picture: When Attention Turns Into Support
Instead of denying it harshly, the Dear X cast used the moment smartly.
They turned all that gossip into buzz for the show.
After the press conference, social media was filled with comments like,
“If they’re laughing about it, they’ve already won.”
“That’s how you handle rumours — with grace.”
In a way, it helped the show get even more attention ahead of its November 6 release on TVING.
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Final Thoughts: Real or Fake — Does It Even Matter?
So, were Kim Yoo Jung and Kim Do Hoon actually dating?
Well, all signs point to no.
But here’s what’s undeniable — their bond and comfort with each other both on and off camera are super refreshing.
Sometimes, it’s not about the romance; it’s about the connection, the laughter, and the teamwork that makes fans fall in love with them more.
And honestly, the way Yoo Jung handled it — with humor, calmness, and confidence — just proves once again why she’s one of the most loved stars in Korea right now.
So whether you’re shipping them or just watching for the drama, one thing’s clear — “Dear X” is already winning hearts even before its premiere.
