The kpop and kdrama worlds frequently intersect, with kpop idols appearing in dramas and actors appearing in music videos. So, it's only natural that some kpop idols and actors meet and date.
Here are a few examples:
Teddy Park and Han Se Yeul: The latest example of a winning kpop-kdrama connection is producer Teddy Park and actress Han Se Yeul. The couple met earlier this year and became closer sharing stories of growing up in California. The actress, who appeared in the the dramas "Tazza" and "Spy Myung Wol," is currently taking a break from acting, although she has a project lined up for next year. Teddy Park is the genius behind several BigBang hits, as well as singles by G-Dragon, T.O.P. and Taeyang.
Seo Taiji and Lee Eun Sung: Seo Taiji was a member of the iconic kpop group Seo Taiji and the Boys. He divorced actress Lee Ji Ah before anyone knew they were married and recently wed Lee Eun Sung, who is 16 years his junior. They met when she appeared in one of his music videos. The actress, who was last seen in the 2008 drama "I Am Happy," was impressed with the way he treated his colleagues on the set of the video. They began dating and married.
Se7en and Park Han Byul: Singer Se7en began dating actress Park Han Byul before they started their respective careers. They started dating in high school and four years ago admitted publicly that they were in a relationship. That meant they no longer had to sneak around.
"Everything became more comfortable," said Park. "I'm not good at lying so I was scared that people would ask when I went on interviews or talk shows. Now I'm more confident and at ease since I have nothing to hide."
Park who appeared in "Oh! My Lady" and "My Fair Lady," now has a role in the drama "A Well Grown Daughter." The couple's relationship survived his recent scandal. He was spotted visiting an adult massage parlor while he was supposed to be on active military duty. She refused to comment and they are still dating.
Baek Ji Young and Jung Suk Won: Baek Ji Young, who is often called The Queen of The OST for her many contributions to drama soundtracks, married the actor who is known for his work in the dramas "Iris II," Haeundae Lovers" and "Rooftop Prince" earlier this year.
"I must have saved a country in another life," she once said of her luck in meeting Jung Suk Won. She's nine years older than he is. He proposed to her on stage.
Perhaps the most famous kpop-kdrama romantic collaboration is singer Rain and actress Kim Tae Hee. Rain is also an actor, having appeared in the drama "Full House" and recently landing a role in the new Bruce Willis film "The Prince." Kim Tae Hee, who recently starring in the drama "Jang Ok Jung." The couple met while filming an advertisement and have been dating for a year.
