Hyeri's agency reacts to dating rumors with Street Man Fighter's Wootae after Ryu Jun Yeol breakup: 'It seems…'
The agency neither confirmed nor denied the rumor. However, it instead draws a clear line between public interest and the artist's personal life.
Sublime stays cautious
On July 1, a representative from Hyeri 's agency, Sublime, spoke to media outlet Donga regarding the sudden dating reports. The official said, 'The part you asked about is an actor's private life, so it seems difficult to confirm. We ask for your generous understanding.'
With this statement, Sublime made it clear that they would not be commenting further, framing the issue as one rooted in personal boundaries. The agency's choice to neither affirm nor deny the relationship has left fans interpreting the silence in different ways. Some view it as respectful restraint, while others see it as confirmation by omission.
The origin of the rumors
Earlier, on the same day, a media outlet reported that Hyeri was currently in a relationship with Wootae. He's a professional dancer best known for his appearance on Mnet's Street Man Fighter. The report claimed that the two met while working on the 2024 film Victory, in which Hyeri played a cheerleader. Wootae, who choreographed the film's dance sequences, worked closely with the actress during production.
According to industry insiders, the pair first connected during choreography rehearsals, which took place on location in Geoje. Their professional bond reportedly developed into a friendship and eventually blossomed into a romance.
Sources close to the two shared that their relationship quietly continued in Seoul after filming wrapped and that they've now been dating for over a year. As of this writing, there has been no comment from Wootae or his agency regarding the reports.
Fans react
The news of Hyeri's rumored romance has triggered a wide range of reactions from fans and netizens. Many supporters have rallied around the actress, praising her for finding happiness after her public breakup with actor Ryu Jun Yeol in 2023. However, others have expressed surprise and skepticism.
Some fans have called for the public to respect Hyeri's privacy, emphasizing that she has the right to date without being scrutinized or judged. On the other hand, a portion of her fanbase appeared conflicted.
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Like a pig, his ribs jut out awkwardly, unsightly, and overly pronounced – straining to mask his belly. Even with such a frame, he can tirelessly chase after pigs. He can shout out loud. And leap in wild joy, cane in hand, screaming –'Harrrrrr-hatt! Tug tug tug-urrrrah!' After hearing his shouts, the pigs can no longer graze with bowed heads. Within moments, their hollowed-in, sunken, bead-like eyes startle into awareness. Tripping and stumbling, they start to flee. Being constantly pursued, they trip and roll from one pond bank to another. Many laugh at Guhiram's mindless acts. If Bhima, Satish, or someone else is around, they shout and say, 'Hei Guiha-da! Do you plan on bumping off the swine? Why rage after them so? Let them graze, would you?' Guhiram pants. His saliva trickles down like sap. He grunts, 'Yeah, okay, graze away then.' Guhiram enjoys this game of chasing pigs across fields. All's well if he goes away to Manbazaar to take up waged domestic labour. But, such work can rarely be obtained. Therefore, on some days, even on going to the 'bazaar,' one has to come back all wry-faced, after spending an hour or two standing staunch in expectation. He stays home on such days – as do Bhakru, Chitta, or Sadhucharan. Being at home requires one to be somewhat attentive toward the pigs, even if one doesn't have to groom and rear the creatures. Grooming and looking after pigs involve directing them into the sty at a specified time and guiding them out carefully. An oblong container, made by symmetrically hollowing out the trunks of Donga and Jha trees, lies by the pigsty. This container serves watery rice starch – maad and pounded or ground bran. A regulated supply of such food makes their bodies grow and gain mass. And therein lies profit, which seldom comes their way. The goblet of rice starch they should serve to the pigs is hardly enough to satisfy their hunger. 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