Hyun Bin’s First Flirtation with Son Ye Jin: The Moment That Sparked Their Romance
From co-stars to soulmates, Hyun Bin has finally told the story of his first flirtation with Son Ye Jin. What was the very first moment that sparked the romance between the two? Was it a glance, a smile, or a bold confession? For the first time ever, Hyun Bin opens up about how he took that crucial first step toward winning Son Ye Jin's heart. Get ready for an exclusive look behind the scenes of their love story, only on Red Carpet Revealed. Let’s dive in now.
The Electric Moment on Heart to Heart
The air inside SBS's high-profile talk show, Heart to Heart, was electric. The audience leaned in, their breaths held in anticipation. Millions of fans worldwide had been waiting for this moment—the moment Hyun Bin would finally break his silence and reveal the truth behind his first attempt at winning Son Ye Jin's heart.
For years, their love story had been a subject of wild speculation, whispered rumors, and endless fan theories. Their onscreen chemistry in Crash Landing on You was undeniably magnetic, but how did their real-life romance begin? What was the very first move that led them from colleagues to life partners?
Hyun Bin’s Shocking Confession
As Hyun Bin took a deep breath, the entire studio seemed to pause. Then, with a slow, knowing smile, he began his long-awaited confession. “A risky move that almost ended in disaster,” he recalled, surprising everyone with his vulnerability. “I was nervous,” Hyun Bin admitted, his normally composed demeanor flickering with rare honesty. “More nervous than I've ever been on any film set.”
For a man known for his steely confidence, this revelation was shocking. He wasn’t just playing it cool; he was, in fact, terrified. “It was a delicate situation. We were working together, and I didn’t want to cross any boundaries. But at the same time, I knew I couldn’t let this feeling slip away,” he continued, describing the moment in haunting detail.
The Bold First Move
It was late at night on set, a quiet lull between takes. The crew bustled around them, setting up for the next scene. But for Hyun Bin, everything else faded into the background. “I saw her standing near the monitors, watching the playback of a scene we had just filmed. She looked so focused, so effortlessly beautiful. And I just, I knew I had to say something. Anything.”
But what could he possibly say that wouldn’t sound forced, awkward, or worse, unprofessional? Then, in a moment of reckless boldness, he decided to tease her. “I made a joke about her acting,” he revealed, chuckling at the memory. “Something playful, something light. I thought it would make her laugh.”
Instead, she turned to him, her expression unreadable. “Are you criticizing me?” she asked, her voice sharp. The heart-stopping moment that changed everything. The studio audience collectively gasped. Even the host, known for her composed demeanor, looked stunned. Hyun Bin let the tension hang in the air for a moment before he continued. “My heart stopped. I thought I had just ruined everything.”
But before he could stammer out a reply, something unexpected happened. “She burst out laughing,” Hyun Bin said, shaking his head with a smile. “And in that moment, I knew I wanted to make her laugh for the rest of my life.” The crowd erupted into applause while social media exploded within minutes, with hashtags like #YunBin1stMove, #BinJinConfession, and #TheFlirtThatStartedItAll trending worldwide. Fans couldn’t get enough of this long-awaited revelation.
Hidden Gestures: Hyun Bin’s Secret Attraction
But Hyun Bin wasn’t done yet. He also revealed the secret gestures that had gone unnoticed for years. Looking back, he admitted, “I had always admired her from afar,” even when they first worked together on The Negotiation. “There was something about her presence, her energy. But I told myself it was just professional admiration.”
However, subtle signs of attraction had been there all along. “I used to make excuses to talk to her,” he revealed with a mischievous grin. “Asking her about lines, about her opinion on a scene, even when I already knew what I wanted to do.” Then came the real game-changer: the wrap party for Crash Landing on You. “That night, we were surrounded by our cast and crew, but all I could focus on was her. It was the first time I truly felt I can’t keep pretending this is just friendship anymore.”
The Industry Reacts
Hyun Bin’s confession sent shockwaves not just through the fandom, but through the entire entertainment industry. Fellow actors, directors, and close friends couldn’t help but chime in. Jang Dong Gun, Hyun Bin’s longtime friend, took to Instagram to react in real-time, saying, “So that’s how he did it. I need to take lessons from him.” Meanwhile, Son Ye Jin’s closest friend, actress Gong Hyo Jin, playfully commented, “I knew something was going on before they admitted it. He was so obvious.”
Son Ye Jin’s Response
But what about Son Ye Jin herself? Would she confirm or deny Hyun Bin’s version of events? Hours after the interview aired, Son Ye Jin broke her silence with a simple but telling Instagram post: a photo of Hyun Bin with the caption, “He’s always been this bold.” And just like that, the internet was set ablaze once more.
The Worldwide Excitement
The moment Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin confirmed their relationship, social media platforms exploded within minutes. Hashtags like #BinJinCouple, #CrashLandingInLove, and #YunBinSonYeJin trended worldwide on Twitter. Fans flooded online forums, YouTube comments, and Instagram posts with celebratory memes, heartfelt messages, and even video edits capturing their most romantic moments on screen.
One of the most viral posts came from a fan account that posted a side-by-side video of their first meeting in The Negotiation (2018) versus their most intense scene in Crash Landing on You (2020), captioned, “From enemies to lovers, from co-stars to soulmates, we witnessed a real K-drama unfold.”
Even international fans joined the excitement, with Western celebrities who are K-drama lovers tweeting about the couple. Some even joked that Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin getting together was the biggest win for K-drama fans since Kim Tae Hee married Rain. Others commented that Hollywood should take notes on how to create a slow-burn romance that captivates audiences in real life.
Celebrities Respond: A Mix of Joy and Teasing
Fellow celebrities responded with a mix of joy and teasing. Jang Dong Gun, Hyun Bin’s longtime best friend, posted a picture of Hyun Bin looking smug with the caption, “So this is what all those mysterious smiles were about, huh?” Kim Nam Gil, Son Ye Jin’s co-star from Shark, joked, “I always knew Son Ye Jin had high standards, but wow, she really aimed for the top.” Yoo Jae Sook, Korea’s top variety show host, even mentioned the couple on Running Man, saying, “Hyun Bin must have been really smooth. Son Ye Jin is no easy catch.”
The Hidden Messages: Cryptic Posts
While some celebrities openly congratulated the couple, others chose a more subtle approach, posting cryptic messages that only eagle-eyed fans could decode. Gong Hyo Jin, one of Son Ye Jin’s closest friends, posted a simple black-and-white photo of a wine glass with the caption, “To love and happiness, you know who you are.” Fans immediately speculated she was toasting to BinJin.
Lee Min Ho, Son Ye Jin’s former co-star from Personal Taste, posted an old Crash Landing on You scene on his Instagram Story with the caption, “Wait, so it wasn’t acting?” His playful jab at the couple’s undeniable chemistry sparked even more excitement among fans, who analyzed every post, comment, and emoji used by fellow stars.
This playful yet indirect acknowledgment of their relationship only made fans more excited, fueling the ongoing buzz surrounding the couple’s love story.
