Love Scout Star Han Ji-Min Breaks-Up With Longtime Boyfriend Choi Jung-Hoon? Truth Behind Viral Rumours

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Scout star Han Ji-Min and Jannabi frontman Choi Jung-Hoon have found themselves at the centre of unexpected break-up rumours. Speculation erupted online after a video showed the singer becoming emotional during a university festival performance, prompting fans to assume there was trouble for the celebrity couple. The rumours quickly gained traction across social media, with fans questioning the status of their relationship. However, fresh reports have put the claims to rest. Sources close to the pair have clarified that Han Ji-Min and Choi Jung-Hoon are still together and continue to maintain a healthy relationship, despite the viral speculation.

Han Ji-Min, Choi Jung-Hoon's breakup rumours true?

According to StarNews, Han Ji-Min and Choi Jung-Hoon are still going strong despite recent split speculation. A source close to the couple told the outlet, "The two are doing well together." The rumours began after a YouTube video titled "Jannabi's Choi Jung-Hoon crying at a university festival" was uploaded by Daehaknaeil.In the viral video, Choi Jung-Hoon became emotional during a university festival performance, reflecting on a difficult moment on stage. The singer revealed that his voice had unexpectedly failed him for the first time in his 12-year career, leaving him overwhelmed. However, he was deeply moved by the support of the audience, as students helped him continue his performance by singing along. His tears, which later sparked online speculation, were actually an expression of gratitude to the audience.

When Han Ji-Min and Choi Jung-Hoon confirmed relationship

Han Ji-Min and Choi Jung-Hoon's love story reportedly began after they met through the KBS music talk show The Seasons: Choi Jung-Hoon's Night Park. Their connection gradually deepened, leading to reports in August 2024 that the actress and singer had started dating.Soon afterwards, both agencies confirmed the relationship. BH Entertainment said, "It is true that Han Ji Min and Jannabi's Choi Jung Hoon are dating. The two recently developed into a romantic relationship." Meanwhile, Peponi Music explained, "After checking, it is true that the two first met through 'The Seasons: Choi Jung Hoon's Night Park' and that they recently developed into a romantic relationship."

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Speaking about their work front, Han Ji-Min is one of South Korea's most acclaimed actresses. She rose to prominence with the hit drama Resurrection and starred in several popular projects such as Capital Scandal, Yi San, Cain and Abel, Padam Padam, Rooftop Prince, Familiar Wife, The Light in Your Eyes, Miss Baek and One Spring Night. She is famous for her role in Love Scout (2025), co-starring Lee Jun-Hyuk. Meanwhile, Choi Jung-Hoon is best known as the lead vocalist, guitarist and chief songwriter of the indie rock band Jannabi.