The romantic tale of Love Next Door’s adored couple, Choi Seung-hyo and Bae Seok-ryu, might have come to its conclusion. However, fans still can’t get over the undeniable chemistry shared by the lead pair, Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min. As with every hit K-drama, eagle-eyed netizens churn out endless gossip about a potential romance between the stars and so is the case with Love Next Door. The on-screen sweethearts have recently been a hot topic in headlines for their rumoured romance. But are they really dating? Here’s looking at all the dating rumours surrounding Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min.
Love Next Door is undoubtedly one of the most popular romantic K-dramas of 2024. With its lighthearted charm and humorous undertone, the frenemies-to-lovers story made everyone’s heart flutter faster. As the show progressed, fans’ interest in their relationship only deepened with Jung Hae-in‘s social media posts and BTS glimpses of the two. Adding fuel to the fire is the duo’s ‘no comments’ policy when asked about the possibility of a romance during media interactions. So, what’s really going on? Keep reading to know more.
A look at the dating rumours surrounding Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min
Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min’s adorable Instagram posts
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Around the time Love Next Door started airing in August 2024, Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min sparked fans’ excitement with their Instagram posts featuring BTS moments from sets. While it’s normal for actors to promote the show and build curiosity around it, Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min‘s off-the-charts chemistry was palpable to their fandom.
Hae-in also admitted that they had indeed become “very comfortable and we’re good at tiki-taka.” Talking to the Korean media outlet IS Plus (via Sportskeeda) he added that since the two only have a one-year age difference and are also playing childhood sweethearts in the story, not getting comfortable together might’ve created awkward moments.
“Neither of us is particularly outgoing, but when introverts become friends, there’s a certain vibe. It’s true that we’ve
become very comfortable with each other,” he added.
The Love Next Door pair’s photoshoot in Bali
JUNG SOMIN AND JUNG HAEIN ARRIVED IN BALI
somin was guarded by haein’s brother, he also helped her carried the gifts
meanwhile haein walked slower at the back (he CAN walked faster) so somin could get at the car faster and safely? which indeed she was #정해인#정소민 pic.twitter.com/kzyjeMimJX
— gin ⁷ NEVA PLAY (@gintoukie) September 24, 2024
After Love Next Door wrapped up filming, the duo flew to Bali in late September for a work-related shoot. What’s more, is that Jung Hae-in’s mother and brother also joined the actors on this trip. Moreover, fans also pointed out how his brother helped Jung So-min navigate the overwhelming crowd and even carried some of her fan gifts. The timing of this trip, coupled with their on-screen rapport, only intensified the rumours.
Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min break silence on dating rumours
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During a press conference for his film Veteran 2: I, The Executioner, Jung Hae-in was directly asked about the speculations surrounding him and Jung So-min. Rather than denying the reports, the actor responded by saying, “I won’t comment since I’m worried that whatever I say might get twisted into articles.”
The Snowdrop actor also noted that he knows viewers are speculating about the actors’ relationship because their “chemistry is that good.”
A month after Jung Hae-in’s response, Jung So-min too found herself in the middle of the media glare. In a press interview, she was asked to comment on Jung Hae-in’s “no comments” response to their dating rumours. So-min agreed that she understood his stance about not commenting on the situation. “I understand why there was ‘no comment’. It makes sense to me,” she told the media.
Expressing excitement about how the two were able to hook fans with their chemistry, she added, “I was happy that people saw our chemistry as being better than I expected.”
Dating or not dating, their playful bond off-screen is really delightful to witness!
(Hero and featured image credit: tvn_drama/ Instagram)
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Jung Hae-in and Jung So-min have been caught in dating rumours since the premiere of their show 'Love Next Door'. However, the stars haven't commented on their relationship status yet.
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