From Bae Suzy and Lee Min-ho to Lee Seung-gi and Yoona, K-pop stars face pressure to keep their romances a secret – or face backlash from media, fans, and their agencies
K-pop and K-drama idols are often contractually banned from dating while others, like former Song-Song couple Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo, struggle to balance romance with celebrity and end up divorced
Being a K-pop star isn’t all roses. Those in the public eye often go to extreme lengths to hide their love lives, but the Korean entertainment industry takes things a step further. The commitments tied to being a K-pop idol often mean signing a contract that strictly bans dating at all costs. And when stars opt to hide a romance, they can find themselves in hot water once their devoted fans or the media discover their secret.
Watch to see some of Kpop's secret relationships exposed
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