The recent appearance of Lovely Runner stars Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok was marked by chaotic and endearing moments that quickly became a sensation on social media.
Fans of Lovely Runner were enchanted by the chemistry between Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon, who played Ryu Sun Jae and Im Sol. Their strong connection, both during the show and in real life, attracted audiences and fueled speculation about a possible off-screen romance due to their evident closeness.
Fans were enchanted by Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon’s real-life rapport, fueling rumors of a possible off-screen romance
During a skit, Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon’s frequent eye contact drew the attention of the crew and host Jang Do Yeon, who praised their undeniable chemistry. Although the pair explained they were merely conveying their performance through their gaze, Jang Do Yeon humorously pointed out the proximity of their eyes, adding to the playful tone.
Both actors laughed and reiterated that their eye contact was just part of their performance. When Jang Do Yeon inquired about their real-life relationship status, they laughed off the question, which only fueled fan excitement and led to the clip going viral.
Kim Hye Yoon shared her favorite scene from Lovely Runner during her conversation with the host, reminiscing about the poignant moment when Sun Jae, played by Byeon Woo Seok, rescued her and they both fell into the river.
She described the scene as deeply moving, highlighting the intimate exchange between Im Sol and Sun Jae after they emerged from the water, which resonated with fans due to its genuine portrayal of their reliance on one another.
The host, charmed by Kim Hye Yoon’s enthusiasm, playfully suggested that the two might be dating, which elicited cheers from the staff and further enlivened the atmosphere.
Byeon Woo Seok cited his favorite scene as the one where Sun Jae and Im Sol lie together during a visit to In Hyuk’s family. In this touching moment, Im Sol tells Sun Jae not to be too sad if she time-slips back into the future, hinting at her eventual departure.
The episode garnered millions of views and a flood of comments, reflecting the immense popularity of Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon’s chemistry.
Their fans have even established a dedicated fandom named Subeom, derived from SolSeonSubeom, which means “Leading by Example” according to the National Institute of the Korean Language’s Standard Dictionary. This name reflects the couple’s protective and supportive relationship as depicted in the series.
