‘Just 2 Weeks Apart’ Hwang Jung-eum, Karina, Han So-hee: Star Couples Who Split at Lightning Speed

On the 5th, Hwang Jung-eum’s agency, Y1 Entertainment, announced the breakup, stating, “Actress Hwang Jung-eum recently decided to remain good friends with someone she was cautiously getting to know.”

Initially, Hwang Jung-eum confirmed her relationship with a basketball player on the 22nd of last month. Although she was reserved about his identity, it was later revealed that he was Kim Jong-kyu, a basketball player for Wonju DB Promy, who is seven years younger.

The two reportedly grew close during a difficult time for Hwang Jung-eum and developed into a romantic relationship. However, after their relationship became public, both felt burdened and chose not to further their relationship, deciding to remain as close friends.

Similarly, Han So-hee acknowledged her relationship with Ryu Jun-yeol, but it didn’t last long.

In March, rumors about Han So-hee and Ryu Jun-yeol’s trip to Hawaii began circulating. Initially, both sides were reluctant to comment, citing “privacy,” but the timeline of Ryu Jun-yeol’s breakup with his ex, Hyeri, and his first meeting with Han So-hee was scrutinized, sparking rumors of “overlapping relationships.”

Although Han So-hee later clarified that she had never been involved in an “overlapping relationship,” additional speculation arose, suggesting she was targeting senior actress Hyeri, leading to criticism. Eventually, Han So-hee publicly confirmed her relationship with Ryu Jun-yeol but pleaded that the term “overlapping” be avoided.

Later, Han So-hee expressed her exhaustion with the ongoing speculations, leading to further controversy as she was accused of targeting Hyeri again. Ryu Jun-yeol, who remained silent throughout, also faced criticism. Ultimately, Han So-hee ended the rumors by uploading a meme of Nicole Kidman celebrating after a divorce decision, thus announcing her breakup just 15 days after going public.

Actress Karina, who publicly dated Lee Jae-wook, also announced their breakup just five weeks after acknowledging their relationship.

On February 27, news of Karina and Lee Jae-wook’s relationship surfaced. The two first met at a luxury brand event in Milan, Italy, in January and then developed into a couple. After the news broke, both sides confirmed the relationship, stating, “We are just getting to know each other.”

However, some fans reacted negatively to their relationship, prompting Karina to write a heartfelt letter to appease them. Despite this, their romance didn’t last long. Due to the burden of public attention, they broke up just five weeks after publicly acknowledging their relationship, causing disappointment.