Did Taecyeon dodge question about YoonA because of past dating rumors? Fans react to awkward reaction
The duo have been actively promoting the show through interviews and media appearances. But one recent segment stood out. It's not for plot discussion or behind-the-scenes talk, but for an unexpected and hilarious moment that instantly set the internet on fire.
Junho and YoonA mention causes a stir
During a promotional interview, the host unexpectedly brought up another beloved on-screen pairing: Lee Junho and YoonA from the hit 2023 drama King The Land. With both stars coming from the same idol groups (2PM and Girls' Generation) the comparison was inevitable.
But things took a fun turn! The interviewer cheekily asked Taecyeon and Seohyun whether they thought their pairing was better than Junho and YoonA's. Taecyeon visibly froze, caught off guard by the bold question. Seohyun looked amused but quickly turned to him and urged, 'Think carefully!'
Her mock-serious tone had viewers in stitches, but the real kicker was Taecyeon's silence. Instead of confidently claiming their pairing as the best, he appeared genuinely stumped. It left Seohyun playfully shocked and disappointed. The two soon burst into laughter, turning what could have been a throwaway moment into a viral clip.
Fans connect the dots
It didn't take long for fans to start dissecting the exchange. In online forums and comment sections, netizens speculated about the reason behind the duo's flustered behavior. Many pointed out that the Junho–YoonA pairing wasn't just popular because of their drama. It also fueled dating rumors during and after King The Land aired.
Moreover, YoonA has also been linked to Taecyeon in past rumors. However, Taecyeon and YoonA personally denied the dating rumors. Similarly, the speculations involving Junho and YoonA were later dismissed by their respective agencies.
Speculative articles and fan theories resurface whenever such interactions occur. Fans teased that the silence was louder than words. They imply that both actors might have known too much to speak freely. Though the rumors were debunked, K-Pop fans are known for remembering even the faintest hints from the past. They can turn any awkward reaction into meme-worthy content.
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