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BTS member Jimin has once again found himself at the center of dating rumors following recent remarks made by actress Song Da Eun. While speculation surrounding the two first surfaced in 2022–23, it had largely quieted after Song Da Eun publicly denied the claims, stating that the rumors were baseless. However, a new post shared on June 3 through the popular Korean forum Nate Pann has reignited conversations. The post detailed a live broadcast in which Song Da Eun reportedly made new revelations about her current relationship with a K-pop idol, describing the toll it has taken on her and her family.
During the broadcast, Song Da Eun candidly shared how her love life had become a source of emotional distress. She explained that fans of her idol boyfriend had reacted negatively to their relationship, to the point of accusing her of manipulation and even harassing her family. Her frustration was evident as she voiced her pain and anger over the situation. She directed sharp words at those responsible, saying she hoped they would experience the same suffering they had inflicted on her loved ones. Her comments reflected not just hurt but a deep sense of injustice over being vilified for someone else’s affection.
Further defending herself, Song Da Eun stated that she did not initiate the relationship and did not deserve to be the target of relentless hate. “Just because the idol you love loves me doesn’t mean I deserve to be hated,” she said, emphasizing that she had been unfairly painted as the aggressor. Addressing legal threats circulating online, she firmly dismissed claims that she was exploiting the idol’s fame and suggested instead that defamation lawsuits could be filed against those spreading misinformation about her.
Though Song Da Eun never directly named her current boyfriend, many fans quickly linked her comments to Jimin. The connection stems from past incidents, particularly a moment when she posted an image from a hotel in Jamsil during a BTS concert in the area—something that had previously fueled dating rumors between the two. Her recent statements about enduring backlash for dating a popular idol only served to revive those speculations, especially among fans still sensitive to any perceived invasion of Jimin’s private life.
While there is still no confirmation of the idol’s identity, Song Da Eun’s revelations have reopened the debate around fan entitlement and the personal toll that intense celebrity scrutiny can take—not just on the stars themselves, but on those associated with them. The controversy serves as a sobering reminder of how swiftly assumptions and online harassment can spiral out of control in the world of K-pop.