Comedian Lee Young-ja and actor Hwang Dong-joo have been privately communicating and nurturing their love. Lee Young-ja even disclosed plans for a trip abroad with Hwang Dong-joo.
Lee Young-ja and Hwang Dong-joo are continuing their romantic relationship on KBS 2TV's entertainment program 'Old Meetings Pursue' (hereinafter referred to as 'Omanchu'). This program features stars who have known each other as colleagues in the entertainment industry for a long time and shows their charm toward each other through dating, evolving their relationship into something more serious.
Hwang Dong-joo, who had been a long-time fan of Lee Young-ja even before her debut, expressed his admiration awkwardly in front of her and thrilled the audience by showing jealousy when she was involved with other men. Lee Young-ja and Hwang Dong-joo managed to have their last one-on-one date and even an after-date, indicating the possibility of a 'real couple', which has already become a reality.
In the broadcast on the 9th, the appearance of eight people gathered through a meeting was revealed. Hwang Dong-joo said, 'I was actually quite worried about the situation. I like her, but I was concerned that my feelings might be a burden to Lee Young-ja, who might not have the same feelings for me.'
Hwang Dong-joo revealed in an interview, 'I didn't even think that she might feel burdened. I was just excited and happy, and I didn't consider that. I couldn't even show consideration.' He added that he was worried that the overwhelming attention might have caused burdens or hurt.
When asked when they would go on a date, Lee Young-ja said, 'We'll manage it ourselves. We both have plans. We will go on a trip abroad, just us two,' which brought laughter.
Lee Young-ja explained, 'After the date in Gapyeong, I think we texted five or six times. It might be considered slow, but I hope it continues at this pace.'
Hwang Dong-joo's mother even watched the rebroadcast of the program. Hwang Dong-joo noted that his mother also likes Lee Young-ja and said, 'She has known about my feelings for her since a long time ago.' Lee Young-ja responded, 'In our family, Dong-joo is essentially a brother-in-law.'
After the broadcast, Hwang Dong-joo visited Lee Young-ja with a large bouquet of flowers. The impressive size of the flowers moved Lee Young-ja, and Hwang Dong-joo revealed that it was the first time he had purchased flowers of such a large size.
In the beginning, they were cautious and couldn't contact each other, but Lee Young-ja and Hwang Dong-joo are now expressing their genuine feelings and getting closer while maintaining communication. Many people are showing interest in how their relationship will develop in the future.
[Photo] OSEN DB, broadcast capture
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