Rising star Lee Chae-min is drawing attention not only for his acting but also for his candid approach to love.
Currently leading tvN’s hit weekend drama Bon Appetit, Your Majesty, Lee Chae-min has been praised for seamlessly stepping into the role of King Lee Heon after a sudden cast change. His explosive chemistry with co-star Im YoonA has earned him praise, with viewers even calling him “born for sageuk.”
But off-screen, Lee Chae-min is equally in the spotlight for his romance with fellow rookie actress Ryu Da-in. The two first met on tvN’s Crash Course in Romance and later confirmed their relationship.
Unlike many young celebrities who choose secrecy, Lee Chae-min has openly shown affection—liking his girlfriend’s SNS posts, attending events together such as the VIP screening of Celine Song’s film Hear Me: Our Summer, and most recently, appearing at the Bon Appetit, Your Majesty wrap-up party wearing a matching couple ring identical to Ryu Da-in’s.
Instead of backlash, this openness has earned him praise from netizens:
- This is how it should be. Live your life and act well in your projects—what’s the problem?
- Good for them. Wishing them happiness.
- It’s better to go public—secret relationships only create rumors.
- A classy couple.
- This feels normal and healthy. I support them even more.
Fans note that Lee Chae-min’s honesty contrasts with the industry’s often secretive culture, where hidden relationships sometimes lead to scandals. His candidness is being celebrated as refreshing and even admirable.
Meanwhile, Bon Appetit, Your Majesty continues its global dominance. Within four episodes, it recorded an 11.1% viewership rating, the highest for a tvN drama this year, and soared to #1 on Netflix in 42 countries, entering the Top 10 in 93 regions worldwide.
With both his career and love life thriving, Lee Chae-min seems to be living a dream moment—earning not criticism, but applause from fans and the public alike.
Sources: Daum
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