A brief but memorable moment between ITZY’s Chaeryeong and KIA Tigers pitcher Hwang Dong Ha has taken social media by storm, with fans joking that it looked straight out of a Korean romance drama.

On July 23 (KST), Chaeryeong appeared at Gwangju-KIA Champions Field to throw the ceremonial first pitch before the KBO League matchup between the KIA Tigers and the Hanwha Eagles. In addition to the opening pitch, the singer also treated spectators to a solo performance that energized the crowd.

While Chaeryeong’s appearance drew loud cheers from fans in attendance, it was a candid moment involving KIA Tigers pitcher Hwang Dong Ha that quickly became the biggest talking point of the day.

As the ITZY member walked off the field after completing her appearance, broadcast cameras captured Hwang seemingly watching her with a smile, prompting immediate reactions from viewers. The short clip spread rapidly across online platforms, accumulating millions of views within hours.

The viral footage sparked a wave of playful comments from fans, many comparing the scene to the first meeting between the leads of a romantic K-drama. Others joked that the pitcher appeared completely captivated, with some writing that they had “just witnessed a real-life romance begin.”

Although neither Chaeryeong nor Hwang Dong Ha has commented on the viral clip, the lighthearted interaction has become one of the most talked-about moments from the game, generating widespread discussion among both K-pop fans and baseball supporters.

Sources: Koreaboo