Top 10 Shocking Age Difference of Korean Couples

Korean dramas have really set the bar high for people in many ways. While the notion of age in a romantic relationship varies, some Korean couples decided to shock the world with their massive age gaps! Despite getting backlash from fans and netizens they remained loyal to their partners and tied the knot! So to know more, do us a favour! 

Kim Min Hee & Hong Sang Soo 

They are known as a scandalous couple in the industry and honestly, their love life is as dramatic as the movie, Right Now, Wrong Then, which was directed by Hong Sang-Soo himself. Now how is it related to the movie even? Well, the movie centers around a married man falling for a single painter. That is exactly what happened in Min Hee and Sang Soo’s case. Since 2015, they have been in an open relationship despite their 21-year age gap, that’s really bizarre if you think about it. On top of that, Sang Soo has a child and he dared to ask for a divorce from his wife. Now the court did not appeal his offer as he is the one who ruined the marriage. Kim Min-Hee on the other hand, saw her career crumbling right in front of her eyes, she was boycotted by every single director in the industry and endorsements ended all the contracts with her, she was labeled as a homewrecker. Despite the backlashes, these two never backed off and Sang Soo’s wife to this day is waiting for his husband to come back. Min Hee is 42 and Hong Sang Soo is 64.

Yoo Yeon Seok & Chae Soo Bin

When The Phone Rings, the power couple lately has been in the spotlight because of their swoon-worthy chemistry. BTS of the drama, Yeon Seok took care of Chae Soo Bin as if she were his significant other. They held each other’s hands, laughed to their heart's contents, and even went out to have coffee together after filming each episode! During the scene in the drama, where Yeon Seok lifts Soo Bin on the table to check if she was hurt or not, the scene was extremely romantic in real life too! How? Well, Yeon Seok made sure the table was sturdy enough, before shooting the actual scene, he called the staff members to check everything properly. Now giving this much attention to someone’s well-being is a bit romantic don’t you think? Fascinating part? They both fit each other’s ideal type. Furthermore, their agencies did not turn down the dating rumors! Yeon Seok is 40 and Chae Soo Bin is 30. 

Kim Woo Bin & Shin Min Ah

Woo Bin and Min Ah, the list falls short when it comes to admiring this beautiful couple right? They are the epitome of real love, which exists amidst all the chaos in the world. They have been in a long-term relationship for over a decade. Many predicted that the couple would split ways when Woo Bin was diagnosed with cancer and had only 6 months in this world. Fate had different plans, the couple passed the test of time and Shin Min Ah, like a loyal partner, stayed by his side. After his recovery, the couple has been going strong. Going on shopping dates, traveling overseas, and eating at restaurants they have done it all. When they appeared in the drama Our Blues, fans and netizens immediately squirmed with excitement. Industry insiders reported that Woo Bin and Min Ah were recently spotted at the Grand Shilla Hotel! You know what that means! Wedding bells! Woo Bin is 35 and Shin Min Ah is 40.

Lee Byung Hun & Lee Min Jeong

The Lee-Lee couple’s marriage life has been quite bumpy. Starting from affair scandals to forgiveness and even breakups they have faced it all. While many pity Lee Min Jeong for forgiving Lee Byung Hun and continuing the family, others look at the soft side and the true love they harbor for one another. Despite all the challenges in life, they have been blessed with two charming children and have been going strong. Lee Byung Hun as the mask man in Squid Game S1 and S2 surely has been creating hype! Lee Byung Hun is 54 and Lee Min Jeong is 42, they both have timeless beauty don’t you think? Talk about genetics! 

Lee Min Ho & Song Hye Kyo

The Hallyu icon’s longest crush Song Hye Kyo, they have been in a secret relationship since 2022 ever since their encounter at The Fendi Fashion Show. They have gone on several dates, media outlets revealed that after the show, they walked together in the romantic streets of Italy, holding hands and whatnot. Lee Min Ho apparently brings out the feminine and soft side of Song Hye Kyo which she lost ever since her divorce from Song Joong Ki. Lee Min Ho is 37 and Song Hye Kyo is 43. 

So Ji Sub & Cho Eun Jung

Their love story honestly made all of us giddy from the inside. While promoting the movie, Be With You, alongside Son Ye Jin. He immediately fell in love with host Cho Eun Jung, throughout the whole interview segment he could not tear away his gaze from her and there was an immediate attraction between them. The playful bantering was evident and just like that the couple got married in 2020. So Ji Sub is 47 and Cho Eun Jung is 30. 

IU & Lee Jong Suk

This couple made all of our hearts skip a beat don’t you agree? IU and Lee Jong Suk have been shipped for a long time, especially after their first encounter in 2012 as MCS in Inkigayo. Though both drifted apart and got busy with their personal affairs, Lee Jong Suk always had a thing for IU and it was pretty evident, as he would talk about her often, promote her music albums, attend her concerts, and even mention her during an award show. His admiration for her is endless. When they announced their relationship. Fans and netizens were ecstatic! It has been speculated that they will hold their wedding next year, at The Four Season Hotel with a massive celebration. IU is 31 and Lee Jong Suk is 35.

Byeon Wook Seok & Kim Hye Yoon

Im Sol & Ryu Sun Jae from Lovely Runner this year, they have been appearing in the big headlines non-stop, not for their upcoming drama projects though! Rather their dating news has been on the spree. Woo Seok and Hye Yoon have been asked multiple times if they are together or not, even during the variety show, Saloon Drip 2, they playfully avoided this question. Honestly, they are dating just keeping the mater private. Their agencies did not turn down the rumors either. Woo Seok is 33 and Hye Yoon is 28. 

Chef Baek Jong Won & So Yoo Jin

Though they are not that much of a highlight their age difference surely is! Their 15-year age gap has raised many eyebrows. Bae Jong Won is 59 and So Yoo Jin is 43. When So Yoo Jin was asked about their age difference she stated something very warm, which melted the hearts of many. Yoo Jin grew up watching her parents being deeply in love with each other despite their massive age difference, the maturity and everything altogether which she always craved, she would that in Baek Jong Won. They are blessed with cute 3 children too! 

Ham So Won & Jin Hua 

They have been making headlines for all the wrong reasons, from divorce news to fabricating Ji Hua’s financial and family status. Recently Ham So Won dropped the heart dropping news that they are no longer together but staying together for their daughter’s sake. Ham So Won is 48 and Jin Hua is 30. 

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