South Korean actor Lee Dong Gun is making headlines again, not for a new drama or film, but amid speculation of a budding romance four years after his highly publicized divorce from actress Jo Yoon Hee.

The actor was recently spotted in Seoul's upscale Cheongdam area, walking closely with a woman described by witnesses as slim and elegant in appearance.

Side by side, shoulder to shoulder, they strolled together, chatting and laughing.

Onlookers reported seeing Lee put his arm around the woman's waist and shoulder, prompting rumors that the two may be dating.

Eyewitnesses described the scene as looking "like a romantic movie," with the pair seemingly unaware of their public surroundings.

In response to the speculation, Lee's agency, WPLUS, issued a brief statement on the matter.

"It is difficult to confirm, as this is part of his personal life," the agency said.

The 43-year-old actor married Jo Yoon Hee in 2017 after co-starring in the drama The Gentlemen of Wolgyesu Tailor Shop.

The couple's daughter was born that same year, and they divorced in 2020.

Since then, Lee has kept a relatively low profile, though he has shared on television that he continues to meet with his daughter regularly.

In recent years, Lee has begun to rebuild his personal and professional life.

He opened a Mediterranean-style café in the Aewol area of Jeju Island, which has since gained popularity, marking a new chapter for the actor-turned-entrepreneur.

With his public appearance alongside the unidentified woman, fans are left wondering whether romance is once again on the horizon for the veteran star.

WPLUS has not released any further statements regarding the nature of the relationship.