On December 11, YouTube channel ‘Channel Fifteen’ released a video titled “Even after 10 years, the Ssangmun-dong family is back together”, capturing the reunion of the beloved Reply 1988 cast and evoking strong nostalgia among viewers.

The most notable aspect, however, was that former lovers Hyeri and Ryu Jun-yeol never crossed paths during the reunion. Their arrival and movement through the venue were perfectly staggered, ensuring they didn’t meet face-to-face.

Ryu Jun-yeol and Hyeri, an eight-year age-gap couple, met during the filming of Reply 1988. They officially confirmed their relationship in 2017 but broke up six years later.

The breakup drew additional scrutiny when Ryu Jun-yeol was reported to be dating actress Han So-hee, leading to speculation that his split from Hyeri was due to a rebound relationship. Hyeri stirred further conversation on social media by posting “Interesting”, subtly hinting at her discomfort.

Eventually, Han So-hee’s agency, 9ATO Entertainment, officially announced Ryu Jun-yeol and Han So-hee’s breakup, emphasizing that the parties had agreed not to let personal matters cause further public disputes.

Fans reacted to the carefully staggered reunion, leaving comments such as:

  • It’s funny that Ryu Jun-yeol only appears when Hyeri isn’t around.
  • Interesting.
  • It would have been awkward if they appeared together.
  • Kudos to the production team for arranging it this way.

The reunion dinner video remains a nostalgic moment for fans, while also highlighting the delicate handling of ex-couple dynamics in public events.

Sources: Daum