'Lovely Runner' actor Byeon Woo Seok lands in dating controversy; agency releases statement

Actor Byeon Woo Seok is the internet's new crush. Following the release of his latest drama 'Lovely Runner,' the actor has seen an unprecedented rise in his popularity. Amid the ongoing frenzy, Byeon has found himself in a dating controversy. Recently, it was reported that Byeon is in a relationship with model Jeon Ji Su. The rumours surfaced after their 'lovestagram' came into the light, with fans spotting similarities in the duo's pictures. However, the actor's agency was quick to respond to the rumours and has swiftly denied the allegations.

Byeon Woo Seok's dating rumours

Byeon Woo Seok's agency has dismissed his dating rumours with model Jeon Ji Su. The reports concerning the actor's love life circulated after an online community posted pictures of the duo, depicting many similarities, including similar locations, coupled with the fact that they follow each other on the platform. Additionally, their pictures from the same resort, art gallery, and trekking along the same hiking trail, bearing uncanny similarities left netizens wondering if the actor is indeed pursuing a romantic relationship with Ji Su. Adding to the intrigue, eagle-eyed fans also spotted that the two appeared to be wearing matching couple rings.

Agency releases a statement

In response to these rumours, Byeon Woo Seok’s agency, VARO Entertainment, released a statement. Denying a romantic connection, it stated that Byeon Woo Seok and Jeon Ji Su are merely friends from college, with other college friends also being present during their outings. "The dating rumours are absolutely not true." The label instead claimed, "It's true that they went to the same places, but they were with other friends.”

Hours later, the freelance model was revealed to be dating a DJ. A report by the Korean media news outlet Xports News claimed that the model has been dating another person publicly, shutting the rumours of her relationship rumours with Byeon Woo Seok.

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