At last year’s Blue Dragon Film Awards, Lim Ji Yeon was seen enthusiastically applauding Jung Woo Sung, a moment that quickly went viral. Facing divided public opinion, she later clarified in an interview that it was “just a fleeting moment” and admitted she had not anticipated the heated reactions.
On September 18, the two crossed paths again at the 34th Buil Film Awards handprinting ceremony, held at the Signiel Busan in Haeundae. Attending as a previous year’s winner, Jung appeared at his first official event in a year. Though initially tense, he later relaxed, smiling warmly for cameras and fans.
Sitting alongside Jung, fellow actor Kim Geum Soon playfully remarked that being next to him again felt nerve-racking. Lim, who shares the same agency as Jung, also engaged in natural conversation with him, creating a warm atmosphere. Unlike the previous applause incident, this reunion was marked by camaraderie as the two stood together as honored attendees.
Jung expressed his gratitude at the event, saying, “It’s always a joy to be part of the Buil Film Awards and to be given the chance to present as a previous winner.”
Online reactions to their reunion were mixed but largely positive. Comments included: “It’s nice to see them together again as award presenters,” “It’s been a while since Jung Woo Sung smiled like that,” and “Despite last year’s controversy, their respect and support for each other shine through.”
Jung Woo Sung has faced significant personal scrutiny over the past year after acknowledging he fathered a child with model Moon Gabi, sparking headlines about his private life. He later stated, “As a father, I will take full responsibility for my child.” In August, news broke that he had registered his marriage to his longtime partner.
Now, with Jung returning to public life and Lim showing her support openly, their reunion has become a topic of heated discussion online—many netizens calling the scene “heartwarming” and “a welcome sight.”
Sources: nate
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