The Stars of ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo’ Are Dating IRL And We Look Back At When Reel Became Real

Yes, the stars of the famous K-Drama ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo’ are dating in real life.

weightlifting fairy kim bok jooPhoto from Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo Facebook page

Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk gained popularity when they were cast as the adorable couple in ‘Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo’. Sung Kyung stars in the title role of Kim Bok Joo who is an ambitious weightlifter. She meets Joon Hyung who is a swimmer.

The characters fall in love as they chase their dreams together. Their relatable yet cheesy relationship makes them a super cute and lovable couple!

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Just recently, YG Entertainment, both stars’ agency, confirmed that Sung Kyung and Joo Hyuk are indeed dating! The news sent fans into a frenzy.

https://twitter.com/jeanniepiggg/status/856357176935239681

But it turned into an even bigger deal when people realized that they might have already been dating during their ‘Weightlifting’ days! Plus, people also realized that Joo Hyuk might’ve been dropping hints about their relationship even before!

Here’s what fans are saying about this:

That K-Drama might’ve been a reality show after all! Lol.

Now I just want to watch all those scenes and celebrate that it could have all been real!

How did we not pick this up?!

https://twitter.com/kwontwoji/status/856732091001692164

Look at all that evidence!

Well, the main thing is that they are indeed happily dating! More NamLee K-Dramas, please! I want to see more of this cute couple.

We’re so happy for these two!

What do you think of this IRL couple? Do you think they’re perfect for each other? Share it with us below!