Viral Video of Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin’s Son Sparks Privacy Debate: Agencies Reaffirm Child’s Right to Anonymity
A short, unauthorized video clip of Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin’s young son, affectionately known as Alkong, playfully imitating dance moves during a break on his mother’s drama set has recently ignited widespread online attention.
While fans were quick to celebrate the toddler’s innocent spontaneity and adorable charm, the couple’s agencies swiftly addressed the situation, calling the video leak an “unfortunate breach of trust” and reiterating their unwavering commitment to protecting their child’s privacy.
A Moment Never Meant for the Public Eye
The fleeting clip, shared anonymously and without consent, captured a light-hearted and private moment on set—one that was clearly never intended for public circulation. Sources close to the family stressed that Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin prioritize their son's right to enjoy a normal, carefree childhood, free from the pressures of fame and public attention.
“Children absorb their surroundings organically,” noted early childhood educator Park Ji-hyun, adding that such mimicry is a normal developmental behavior but can be easily misused when shared without context. “Moments like this risk commodifying childhood in the digital age,” she warned.
Fans and Communities Rally to Defend Boundaries
Despite a brief spike in curiosity, online communities overwhelmingly rallied behind the BinJin family, calling for boundaries to be respected. Social platforms, forums, and fan pages were filled with messages urging others to let children exist beyond the spotlight, with many reminding users that a child’s right to privacy outweighs public curiosity.
A Private Couple, A Public Reminder
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, who married in March 2022 and welcomed their son in November of the same year, have been notoriously private about their family life. The couple has shared very few personal details and have avoided exposing their son to media or social platforms. They did not comment on the recent leak, a silence many interpret as part of their continued commitment to shielding their child from unnecessary attention.
A Wake-Up Call in the Digital Age
This incident has reignited conversations around how society views and interacts with celebrity families, especially in an era where moments can go viral in seconds. It serves as a sobering reminder that even unscripted, joyful moments deserve dignity, and that childhood is not a spectator sport.
As fans, admirers, and media consumers, we must remember that behind the fame are families—and children—who deserve peace, privacy, and protection.
Stay tuned for more respectful updates on Hyun Bin, Son Ye-jin, and their work—not their private lives.
