'Unique Love Story' of Kim Ji Won in the Real World: Matched with Minho SHINee, Dated B.I, Now Hoped to Be Kim Soo Hyun's Soul Mate

Kapanlagi.com - Kim Ji Won has been in the entertainment industry in South Korea for more than a decade. During this time, she has never confirmed dating rumors, although she has been linked to her co-stars several times.

Here is the unique love life story of Kim Ji Won. Here are some stories with male celebrities that have made headlines!

1. Matched with Minho SHINee

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In 2012, Kim Ji Won starred in TO THE BEAUTIFUL YOU alongside Minho Shinee, the late Choi Sulli, Lee Hyun Woo, and others. As part of the drama's promotion, she and some of her co-stars, including Minho, appeared as guests on the show Strong Heart, where guest stars often share their unique stories.

At that time, Kim Ji Won shared that she was once matched with Minho at the premiere of a film directed by Jang Jin. The director said that if Kim Ji Won had a boyfriend, she should introduce him to Jang Jin so he could see if her boyfriend was a good man. If she didn't have a boyfriend, Jang Jin would introduce her to a good man.

So at the dinner after the film premiere, Jang Jin introduced Kim Ji Won to Minho. Their introduction was very brief, only five minutes, because Kim Ji Won had another event to attend. Minho admitted that he was initially curious about the beautiful actress he saw at the film premiere, and it turned out to be Kim Ji Won.

After that brief introduction, Minho and Kim Ji Won met again thanks to the drama TO THE BEAUTIFUL YOU. Initially, when they met again, they felt a bit awkward.

2. Kim Ji Won Talks About Love Life After Filming THE HEIRS

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After starring in THE HEIRS in 2013 as Yoo Rachel, Kim Ji Won had an interview with several media outlets. At that time, she was asked about her love story.

Kim Ji Won said that her dating style is different from Yoo Rachel's character. If Rachel likes someone, she will give her whole heart to that person, even becoming obsessed. But if Kim Ji Won likes someone who doesn't like her back, she will be heartbroken and end everything.

"I was once asked if I have ever dated, and I said no. Actually, I had a boyfriend during the transition from middle school to high school. But it can't be called dating. If I think about it, he was just a male friend who took lessons and ate together with me," she said with a laugh.

"After becoming a trainee, it's difficult for me to make friends. I only have two male friends and the rest are women. Now it's even harder to date," she continued.

She was asked who caught her attention during the filming of THE HEIRS, but Kim Ji Won emphasized that she had no relationship with anyone. "It was all just business for us. We are friends and ended things well. I don't know if anyone dated after the drama ended," she answered at that time.

3. Dating Rumors with Yoo Yeon Seok Part 1

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In 2015, Kim Ji Won was rumored to be dating Yoo Yeon Seok, who is eight years older than her. They had previously acted together in the film HORROR STORIES in 2012 and were still under the same agency, King Kong Entertainment, at that time.

According to Woman Sense magazine, Kim Ji Won and Yoo Yeon Seok's relationship was said to be serious at that time, and they had introduced each other to their respective families. It was even said that Yoo Yeon Seok's parents often said to people, "My son's girlfriend is Kim Ji Won."

King Kong Entertainment immediately denied the rumors. "They are not dating. Although they became close friends after being introduced through the film, the dating rumors are false. It's nothing more than friendship," said King Kong at that time.

4. Rumor Dating with Yoo Yeon Seok Part 2

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April 2016, Kim Ji Won was rumored to be dating Yoo Yeon Seok. According to Sports Chosun, they were seen dating at a goat satay restaurant in the Cheondam-dong area on March 29, 2016.

Kim Ji Won was said to have arrived with her manager around 9 PM local time. Twenty minutes later, Yoo Yeon Seok arrived and they were seen dating like any other couple, unaware that many people were watching.

According to Sports Chosun, Kim Ji Won and Yoo Yeon Seok shared food and showed affection towards each other. They were seen leaving the restaurant around 11.20 PM. This time, Yoo Yeon Seok accompanied Kim Ji Won home.

"The relationship between Yoo Yeon Seok and Kim Ji Won is already well-known in the entertainment industry. When Kim Ji Won changed agencies, Yoo Yeon Seok helped and got involved. Their parents have given permission for them to date and their friends also don't hide their relationship," said an entertainment industry source at that time.

"They are a perfect match even though they have an eight-year age difference. Even though they have been dating for four years, their love is still beautiful. Many people hope they get married," said another source.

At that time, King Kong Entertainment only gave a brief statement that they were not dating and were just friends. King Kong also said that Kim Ji Won's manager and Yoo Yeon Seok were at the restaurant, so they were not alone.

5. Rumor with Park Seo Joon

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In 2017, Kim Ji Won's career shone even brighter after becoming the main character for the first time in FIGHT FOR MY WAY. Because of their incredible chemistry as a 'poor' couple with Park Seo Joon in the drama, they were rumored to be dating.

Park Seo Joon denied the rumor. He said they only met after working together on FIGHT FOR MY WAY, although he had watched Kim Ji Won in DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN.

"We're not dating. It's not like that. Before the drama was confirmed, we deliberately met so that we could act well together. She was worried because it was her first leading role. But those worries disappeared when we worked together," said Park Seo Joon.

However, when they both attended the KBS Drama Awards 2017, Park Seo Joon and Kim Ji Won admitted that their hearts raced during the romantic scenes in FIGHT FOR MY WAY.

6. Dibucinin B.I

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When he became a guest on the Talk Mon show, back in March 2018, B.I or Kim Hanbin talked about Kim Ji Won, who is his ideal type. Coincidentally, the topic of discussion on the show at that time was 'Things that drive me crazy'.

"I often think about Kim Ji Won when writing songs. I have written about ten songs (with her in my mind). I get inspiration from her," said B.I.

"I have watched her drama more than twenty times because I want to get inspiration from her scenes. Kim Ji Won is my ideal type. My goal is to meet her once in my life," B.I continued.

A true fanboy is not kidding around!

7. Didoakan Jodoh dengan Kim Soo Hyun

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After the tremendous success of QUEEN OF TEARS, the great chemistry between Kim Ji Won and Kim Soo Hyun is still a topic of discussion among fans. Many are praying for them to actually date and even get married in the real world.

Various fan theories believing that they are dating have been circulating online. In short, SooWon shippers are ready to attend the wedding if they really sail in the real world.

Do KLovers also support Kim Ji Won and Kim Soo Hyun?

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