Two public couples have already been revealed in 2026.
The first couple is TEEN TOP member Changjo and rapper-turned-entrepreneur Casper, who is two years older.
On the 4th, Changjo revealed his relationship in a measured but cautious tone on his personal SNS, saying, "Some of you may already know, and others may be surprised to learn this, but I am dating." He explained the reason he decided to confess, saying, "Whether it is good news or a delicate matter, when a meaningful change happens in my life, I've always wanted to share it with you."
In particular, Changjo emphasized that he did not want to relay the news lightly. He said, "I didn't want to mention this casually, and I wanted to calmly tell you after my feelings and situation were a bit more settled," showing consideration and responsibility toward fans. He then spoke about his partner, describing them as "a grateful person who, while I've been active, has helped positively change my lacking sides emotionally and mentally and has supported me," expressing deep affection without hiding it.
He also said, "I'm sorry for surprising you and for not telling you sooner because of my fear," and added, "Thank you for reading my inarticulate writing. I hope everyone stays healthy and full of happiness in 2026," delivering a heartfelt message to fans. The passage that combined gratitude and apology toward fans alongside the public declaration of the relationship was notable.
Casper, the partner, also supported the public relationship by revealing photos on SNS and tagging Changjo's account, naturally showing affection. Casper was born in 1993, gained recognition as a rapper through appearances on Mnet's Unpretty Rapstar 2 and the Show Me the Money series, and has since expanded his activities as a beauty brand entrepreneur. He has disclosed annual sales exceeding 10 billion won. He is a figure who has consistently attracted attention for moving between music and business.
Born in 1995, Changjo debuted with TEEN TOP in 2010 and was loved for numerous hits such as "Applause," "No Joke," and "Long Straight Hair Girl." He enlisted as an active-duty soldier in the army in November 2023 and was honorably discharged in May last year, and recently has continued to meet fans through concert stages. On Dec. 31 last year, TEEN TOP successfully completed a group concert, and in March they plan to continue concerts overseas with the members.
The second couple is same-age 24-year-old actors Shin Eun-su and Yoo Seon-ho. They acknowledged the relationship shortly after reports, announcing the birth of an actor couple of the same age.
According to reports, Shin Eun-su and Yoo Seon-ho, both born in 2002, began dating at the end of last year and have been seeing each other for three months. The two met at gatherings of close acquaintances and formed a connection that developed into a romantic relationship. Both sides told OSEN in an official statement, "It is true that the two are dating. They have been seeing each other for about three months. We understand they began dating after meeting at a gathering of acquaintances. We ask for kind consideration."
Shin Eun-su and Yoo Seon-ho are said to be nurturing their love normally despite busy schedules. Like many couples in their 20s, they enjoy ordinary dates and continue a fresh relationship. Both are active in acting, so they share many commonalities, and both also came from singer trainee backgrounds. Having honestly acknowledged their first public relationship since debut, they are expected to show responsibility in both work and love.
Shin Eun-su debuted in 2016 in the film Hidden Time alongside actor Gang Dong-won and later made an impression by portraying the adolescent version of Jun Ji-hyun in the drama The Legend of the Blue Sea. After receiving a casting offer from JYP Entertainment and passing an audition, she spent time as a trainee. Since then, Shin Eun-su has appeared in films such as Rain Shower, Inrang, The Courtesan, The Ghostly Banquet, Love Untangled, and in dramas including Bad Papa, Do Do Sol Sol La La Sol, Bloody Heart, A Model Family, Summer Strike, Twinkling Watermelon, and Light Shop, showing notable performances.
Yoo Seon-ho gained recognition in 2017 by appearing on cable channel Mnet's survival program Produce 101 Season 2. At the time he was a trainee under Cube Entertainment, and in 2018 he debuted as a singer with "Spring, Seon-ho." Yoo Seon-ho has since acted in dramas such as Revenge Is Back, Undercover, Woo Soo-mudang Gadu-sim, Girl's World Season 2, Under The Queen's Umbrella, Yeollyeo Park's Contract Marriage Story, Oh My Ghost Clients, and the film Good Job, and he has also been active in variety shows such as KBS2's 2 Days & 1 Night.
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