In August, several dating rumors between idols sparked that took the internet and K-pop world by storm. From BTS J-Hope and Red Velvet Irene to NCT Haechan to ITZY Ryujin, here's the list of K-pop idols who were speculated to be in a romantic relationship. Which turned out to be true?
5 Dating Rumors That Stirred the K-pop Scene in August 2022:
1. BTS J-Hope & Red Velvet Irene
On August 5, BTS J-Hope and model Irene Kim piqued the curiosity of K-pop fans about whether they were in a romantic relationship after "using of couple items."
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In particular, people claimed that the two were dating after noticing that they had been using matching items, such as phone cases, rings, crocs, teapots, etc.
2. BIGBANG G-Dragon
After allegedly dating and breaking up with BLACKPINK Jennie this year, G-Dragon raised speculations that he was seeing a new woman following his Instagram story.
On August 13, the "Still Life" singer gained massive attention for a photo where it appeared like he was on a phone call with a certain person, named "My Love."
Because of this, people claimed that GD has a newfound sweetheart, but netizens immediately stopped the speculations by revealing that the idol used an IG "filter."
3. ITZY Ryujin and NCT Dream Haechan
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On August 16, ITZY Ryujin and NCT Dream Haechan's dating rumor resurfaced after a "blind item" post saying that a popular female idol "A" was spotted waiting outside a male idol "B" house.
According to the report, the two unnamed stars had been long under suspicion of dating and people found out about them through the latter's personal tablet.
As soon as the "blind item" post circulated on SNS, people claimed ITZY Ryujin and NCT Haechan fit the description in the post.
4. WINNER Seungyoon and Moon Ji Hyo
On August 17, Seungyoon was embroiled in a dating rumor with rookie actress Moon Ji Hyo after being spotted walking hand in hand on broad daylight. In the captured photos, the rumored couple was holding hands and wearing the same 'fit color.
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As soon as the photo circulated, fans guessed that the two were in a romantic relationship. Immediately after, YG Entertainment released its side and said:
"It is difficult for us to comment on the personal matters of our agency's artists."
5. Kim Junsu and Ex-Lovelyz Kei
On August 19, a report claimed that Junsu is dating Kei, who's eight years his junior. The news also stated that the senior-junior relationship slowly turned into a love for each other, and the couple decided to support each other's activities together.
As a response, PALMTREE ISLAND, the label led by Junsu and the agency of Kei denied the rumor and conveyed that it was "groundless."
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Written by Eunice Dawson
