Ryu Hwa-young (류화영), a former member of the K-pop girl group T-ara who has since transitioned to acting, has been sharing glimpses of her blissful life on Instagram since announcing her engagement in April. On August 28, she released a series of wedding photos with her fiancé, openly revealing his identity and drawing a flood of congratulatory messages from fans as she prepares to tie the knot in September.
Ryu surprised fans by posting two wedding photos on her Instagram on August 28. While she didn't include a specific caption, the images clearly conveyed her excitement for her upcoming marriage. The photos quickly went viral, with many fans expressing their happiness and sending well wishes to the couple.
In the newly released wedding photos, Ryu and her fiancé stand side-by-side, beaming with bright smiles. They are seen intimately holding hands and gazing into each other's eyes, exuding a natural and sweet chemistry that radiates happiness. The photos capture their undeniable connection and affection, leading many netizens to comment on how well-suited they are.
Ryu looks elegantly mature in a pure white wedding gown, while her fiancé showcases a tall, muscular physique and handsome features. Their harmonious appearance together has heightened public anticipation for the couple's new chapter in life.
Ryu first announced her engagement in April, sharing a photo of her boyfriend's proposal with the caption, "My answer is Yes." She is set to marry her entrepreneur boyfriend, who is three years her senior, on September 12, embarking on the next stage of their lives together.
In addition to sharing her wedding photos, Ryu also made headlines earlier this month with a "surprise proposal" of her own. Performing as "DJ Hwayoung" at the Daegu Chimac Festival, she wore a white dress reminiscent of a wedding gown and delivered an energetic performance that electrified the crowd.
Towards the end of her performance, she mysteriously announced, "I have another surprise prepared." She then called out to the audience, "Shall we invite our groom up here?" The question immediately sparked cheers from the crowd. Ryu then publicly knelt on one knee, confessing to her fiancé, "Darling, thank you for agreeing to marry me!" and presented him with a reverse proposal. After receiving the bouquet, her fiancé joined her in a 90-degree bow to thank the audience, their sweet interaction dazzling everyone present.
Ryu Hwa-young, 33, debuted in 2010 as a rapper in the girl group T-ara. She left the group approximately two years later and subsequently transitioned into an acting career.
In recent years, she has steadily established herself as an actress, appearing in numerous K-dramas including "Ex-Girlfriend Club," "Please Come Back, Mister," "Hello, My Twenties!," "My Father is Strange," "Hello, My Twenties! 2," "Mad Dog," "The Beauty Inside," and "The Player 2."
