Another new romance is reportedly brewing in the Korean entertainment industry. Former BIGBANG member T.O.P (Choi Seung-hyun, 최승현, 38) and actress Nana (Im Jin-ah, 임진아, 35) are dating, according to Korean media outlet Dispatch. The two first met earlier this year while collaborating on T.O.P's solo music video and later filmed promotional content together multiple times, leading to a blossoming relationship. According to sources close to the couple, they officially became an item around June this year.
Their connection began in January this year when Choi was filming the music video for "Completely Crazy!," one of the double title tracks from his solo album, *Multiverse*. He personally invited Im to star as the female lead in the MV.
At the time, Im reportedly asked Choi, "I'm curious, why did you choose me?" Choi replied, "From my perspective, you are the most suitable person." This professional collaboration unexpectedly became the starting point for their romantic relationship.
By April, Im reappeared in Choi's new song promotions, starring in his YouTube promotional video. Their interactions at the time still had a hint of awkwardness, even using honorifics with each other. However, their relationship gradually grew closer after filming concluded.
Sources close to the couple told Dispatch that they "had a lot to talk about." After filming, they began to contact each other frequently and officially started dating around June.
Dispatch recently captured the couple's dates, noting that they primarily met in Achiul Village (아치울마을) in Guri City, Gyeonggi Province, which is known to be Im's residence. Even with their busy schedules, Choi and Im made time to meet during breaks, enjoying their private moments together.
On the 24th of last month, Im was photographed on a date with Choi in Achiul Village before heading to Milan for Fashion Week. Their dates were low-key, without elaborate plans; they simply took taxis and bought items at convenience stores, enjoying a very ordinary dating life. Choi only wore a hat and did not deliberately cover his face, while Im wore a mask over her mouth. Neither seemed particularly concerned about their surroundings.
Furthermore, the couple was also reportedly seen meeting in Achiul Village on the last day of September and October 1st. According to the report, Choi mostly traveled to Im's area, using his agency's car for work and taxis when not working.
Choi and Im are not only gaining attention for their romance but also share many similarities in their entertainment careers. Choi was formerly a member of BIGBANG, and Im debuted with After School; both were second-generation idols active in the Korean entertainment scene in the 2010s. In addition to their idol group activities, both have also gradually expanded their careers into acting.
Moreover, Choi and Im are both known for their distinct personal styles and fashion sense, often challenging conventional looks and holding their own unique perspectives on art and fashion.
A friend of the couple also told Dispatch, "They have walked similar paths, including their debuts, entertainment activities, rumors, and past hurts, so their understanding of each other is very high. Now, both in their relationship and work, they are very serious."
Meanwhile, Choi recently resumed his acting career through Netflix's *Squid Game 2*. In April this year, he also made a comeback as a singer, personally producing 11 songs and continuing to expand his solo music activities.
Im released her solo album last year and also unveiled a birthday song for fans last month. Her acting career has also continued to develop in recent years, with notable works including *The Good Wife*, *Mask Girl*, and *Scandal*, accumulating a significant filmography in the drama field.
From meeting in January for an MV collaboration, to collaborating again in April, officially dating in June, and now being caught on private dates by Dispatch, Choi and Im's relationship, which evolved from work partners to lovers, has quickly become a hot topic online in Korea.
