Why Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin Sent Baby Alcong Away from Seoul — A Quiet Decision That Brought Everyone to Tears
Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin’s emotional decision to send their son Alcong to Daegu moved fans and family alike. Discover the heartfelt reasons behind this bold choice and how it’s reshaping the BinJin family story.
A Family Story Hidden Behind the Red Carpet
When Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin tied the knot in what was hailed as the "wedding of the century," fans across the globe celebrated the real-life fairy tale of two of Korea’s most beloved stars. Their love story — from their on-screen chemistry in Crash Landing on You to their private, genuine partnership — felt like something out of a drama.
Then came the next chapter: the birth of their son, affectionately called Alcong (meaning “little bean” in Korean). It seemed like a picture-perfect life. But behind the smiles and red carpet appearances, a deeply emotional and private decision was unfolding — one that would challenge their hearts, test their strength, and ultimately reveal what it truly means to be a family.
The Choice: A Pause for Innocence
In the midst of offers for international projects, brand endorsements, and screen comebacks, Son Ye-jin quietly stepped back from the spotlight. To the public, her absence was puzzling — but to those closest to her, the reason was clear: her heart was with her son, not on a set.
Amid growing concern about the pressures of raising a child in Seoul's fast-paced, media-saturated environment, Ye-jin began considering a temporary move for Alcong. The suggestion first came during a visit to her parents’ home in Daegu — a peaceful, traditional setting far from the flashbulbs of Gangnam.
“There’s peace here,” her mother told her. “It’s good for children.”
It wasn’t an easy decision. She and Hyun Bin had always agreed to make parenting choices together. But on a quiet morning, coffee cooling between them, Ye-jin finally said the words:
“I think Alcong should stay with my parents… just for a while.”
Hyun Bin didn’t speak at first. He just looked out the window, tears welling in his eyes. Then came the hardest question:
“Will he remember me if I’m not there every day?”
Ye-jin placed her hand over his and whispered,
“He will. And when he sees you again, it’ll be even more special.”
Life in Daegu: A Childhood Rooted in Love
Without fanfare, Alcong quietly left Seoul one misty morning, bound for Daegu in a private vehicle, accompanied by Ye-jin’s parents. There were no press releases, no public photos, no leaks — only a shift in schedules, fewer sightings of Son Ye-jin in Seoul, and Hyun Bin appearing alone at events, noticeably more reflective.
In Daegu, the child thrived. Neighbors noticed Ye-jin’s mother buying produce at the market. A sandbox appeared in the backyard. The house, once quiet, now echoed with laughter and lullabies.
“He wakes with the sun, plays under the trees, and eats with us at the table,” shared his grandfather. “No screens. No cameras. Just stories, songs, and old-school love.”
Back in Seoul, Hyun Bin kept up nightly video calls, talking about bugs, weather, or what Grandpa said today. Often, calls ended in quiet — not from a lack of words, but from overwhelming emotion.
The Public Finds Out — And Responds with Love
Eventually, whispers of Alcong’s stay in Daegu made their way online. The response? Overwhelmingly supportive. When Ye-jin’s parents issued a rare statement saying,
“Family is a bond that goes beyond geography,”
fans everywhere were moved to tears.
“This is what real parenting looks like.”
“Choosing peace over fame — I admire them even more.”
“This is the kind of love the world needs.”
Even international fans shared their own stories of being raised by grandparents or navigating parenting from afar, echoing that this wasn’t just a celebrity moment — it was a universal, deeply human story.
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin: Parents First, Always
Throughout this chapter, Hyun Bin became more grounded, more protective. Friends noticed a change — a quiet depth to him. He began learning lullabies in dialect, fell asleep watching videos of Alcong’s first steps, and counted down the days until his next visit to Daegu.
For Son Ye-jin, life in Daegu was beautifully ordinary.
She read stories under the persimmon tree, shared meals with her parents, and walked with her son at dawn. In these moments, she wasn’t a celebrity. She was simply “Mama.”
When asked in a rare interview why she turned down multiple global projects, she replied:
“Some roles are more important than anything I could ever play on screen.”
A Love That Waits, A Love That Endures
Now, as summer nears, rumors hint at Alcong’s return to Seoul. There’s talk of Son Ye-jin considering a passion project, and Hyun Bin is reportedly scouting homes outside the city — a place where their public and private lives might gently overlap.
But whatever the future holds, this chapter will remain one of the most intimate and powerful in their story. It wasn’t marked by awards or ratings — but by sacrifice, tenderness, and true love.
Because sometimes the most beautiful scene a couple can give the world isn’t one acted out on camera —
but one lived quietly, bravely, and with their whole hearts.
