[Exclusive] “Jung Jun-won ♥ Kang Seung-hyun 7-year Dating Rumor → Recent Reunion Rumor”… Agency Explains “Longtime Friends” [Summary]
[OSEN=Ha Soo-jung, Kim Soo-hyung] Actor Jung Jun-won was quick to deny dating rumors with model and actress Kang Seung-hyun, stating they were just “close friends.” However, there are still speculations about their past connection and possible reunion.
Jung Jun-won, who gained significant attention after the recently concluded tvN drama “Someday’s Wise Resident Life,” was caught up in dating rumors with Kang Seung-hyun on the 27th. The rumor originated from an online community post, where netizens speculated that pictures posted by both on their SNS were evidence of a so-called “lovestagram,” with the same locations and similar items being claimed as couple items.
OSEN’s investigation found that Jung Jun-won and Kang Seung-hyun first met during the 2018 film “Believer.” Their connection didn’t end there, as they often traveled together and met frequently with close acquaintances. An industry insider told OSEN, “There have been talks that Jung Jun-won and Kang Seung-hyun have been dating for seven years since ‘Believer,’ with a breakup and a subsequent reunion in between. As Jung Jun-won’s popularity recently surged, the relationship rumors gained more traction among insiders.”
After rumors spread, Jung Jun-won’s agency, Alien Company, promptly denied the dating rumors stating, “They’re just friends who became close while working on ‘Believer.’” Kang Seung-hyun’s agency, Kang Entertainment, echoed the sentiment, saying both are longtime friends. However, voices within the industry suggest their relationship might be more than just friends, amid discussions of a breakup and reunion post-“Believer.” Given their long acquaintance, pinpointing whether they are dating is challenging, fueling further speculation.
Jung Jun-won debuted in the 2015 film “Bird Man” and has built a solid filmography with works like “Dongju,” “Anarchist from Colony,” “Little Forest,” and “Escape.” Recently, his romantic involvement with Go Yoon-jung in “Wise Resident Life” received positive reviews, enhancing his public recognition. Kang Seung-hyun, who debuted with a victory at the 2008 World Model Contest, has continued her acting career with roles in “My Person,” “Champion,” “Homme Fatale,” and “Believer.”
Although both sides have explicitly denied the rumors, the industry continues to show interest in their relationship. With Jung Jun-won’s popularity on the rise, interest in his career and personal life is expected to continue.
Meanwhile, OSEN approached Jung Jun-won’s agency during the airing of “Wise Resident Life” to question the dating rumors with Kang Seung-hyun, but they insisted they were just “very close friends” and requested the matter not be reported. Nonetheless, on the afternoon of the 27th, the lovestagram rumors surfaced on an online community.