Korean actor Lee Kyu-han (이규한) recently surprised fans by announcing his upcoming marriage to artist Solbi (솔비), whose real name is Kwon Ji-an (권지안) and who is a former singer. The news quickly went viral. Adding to the buzz, Lee Kyu-han recently made a heartfelt confession on Solbi's YouTube channel, stating, "I've liked you for 20 years!" This sweet declaration led many netizens to comment that it felt like a scene from a K-drama. Coincidentally, Lee Kyu-han's ex-girlfriend, Yujeong (유정), a former member of BB GIRLS, also recently shared her dating philosophy, admitting that she feels pressured by individuals who are overly aggressive or whose affections develop too quickly. The contrasting attitudes of the two towards love have created an unexpected point of comparison.
On October 22, Solbi uploaded a new video to her personal YouTube channel titled "Introducing My Future Husband," where she and her fiancé, Lee Kyu-han, shared their love story. Solbi mentioned that she had previously promised to get married within three years and decided to introduce her future spouse through the video as a way of fulfilling that promise.
Lee Kyu-han then officially introduced himself, jokingly calling himself "actor Lee Kyu-han, who is about to marry Solbi, the most beautiful woman in the world." His sweet words filled the air with romance. He also revealed that he had already subscribed to Solbi's YouTube channel and eagerly awaited her video updates. "After the show 'Finding Old Love' ended, I subscribed to her channel and have watched almost every video," he said, showing his keen interest in his fiancée's activities.
During their conversation, Solbi brought up her previous video where she stated she would marry within three years and asked Lee Kyu-han what he thought when he watched it. To her surprise, Lee Kyu-han replied, "I was wondering if I had to wait three years." Solbi was momentarily stunned and pressed him, "So you already liked me back then?" Lee Kyu-han then made his heartfelt confession: "I've liked you for 20 years!" This single sentence instantly filled the video with a romantic atmosphere and intensified public curiosity about their relationship.
Lee Kyu-han also admitted that he hadn't expected his marriage announcement to receive such widespread attention and was deeply touched by the enthusiastic public reaction. The couple has reportedly completed formal meetings with both sets of parents and plans to hold their wedding in April 2027. The ceremony will be a private affair, attended only by family, relatives, and close friends.
Lee Kyu-han and Solbi first met on the third season of the KBS Joy and KBS 2TV dating reality show "Finding Old Love," which aired last year. During the show, they displayed mutual affection, and their on-screen interactions gradually developed into a real-life romance, ultimately leading to their decision to marry. On the show, Lee Kyu-han had revealed during a date that he had been a fan of Solbi since first seeing her on a variety show eight years prior. He confessed, "I really liked you back then, but because we didn't get close, I didn't even dare to ask for your contact information."
Meanwhile, Lee Kyu-han's ex-girlfriend, Yujeong, recently discussed her views on dating. On October 22, Yujeong appeared on SBS Power FM's radio show "Cultwo Show at 2 PM." TVXQ member Changmin (최강창민) served as a special DJ for the day, and Yujeong participated in the segment "Love Hwatu" alongside B1A4 member Shinwoo (신우), sharing her thoughts on relationship issues.
During the show, a listener shared her confusion about a past relationship: she had dated a man who pursued her for three years, but once she started expressing her feelings, he seemed to grow distant. Yujeong commented that since the man had spent so much time pursuing her and constantly arranging surprise events, he must have invested a significant amount of time and money, stating, "That's not an ordinary level of effort."
Shinwoo shared his experience watching the dating reality show "I Am Solo," where a participant mentioned losing interest the moment someone showed too much affection. He speculated that the listener's situation might involve a similar psychological dynamic. Host Kim Tae-kyun (김태균) curiously asked, "If you're rejected, and the other person plays hard to get, does it ignite a competitive spirit, but once they accept you, the feeling disappears?" Yujeong responded, "That's a bit scary," seemingly finding it difficult to understand such a mindset.
When asked about the type of person she finds difficult to handle, Yujeong admitted, "I usually try to avoid people who are overly dramatic or excessively enthusiastic for no apparent reason." She also stated that if a relationship progresses too quickly, it makes her feel burdened, leading her to wonder, "Can this really last long?" Her words revealed a more cautious approach to relationships.
Yujeong and Lee Kyu-han publicly confirmed their relationship in 2023 but announced their breakup in 2024 after approximately one year of dating. Now, Lee Kyu-han is set to marry Solbi, having made a heartfelt confession of "liking her for 20 years" in a YouTube video. In contrast, Yujeong shared her discomfort with overly enthusiastic dating styles. The stark contrast in their current relationship statuses and dating philosophies has brought their past relationship back into the spotlight.
