On May 13, the popular K-Drama actress and Running Man cast member Ji Ye Eun appeared on "KBS Cool FM's Park Myung Soo's Radio Show" and openly confessed that she fell in love with K-Pop choreographer Vata. The confession has attracted a lot of attention from fans and the media.
Ji Ye Eun recounted that she met Vata while practicing for the digital single, 'Milkshake.' The single was released in 2025 under the duo project "Chungju Ji Clan," which Ji Ye Eun formed with Ji Suk Jin. Vata was responsible for choreographing the song's dance routine, and it was during this collaboration that romantic feelings began to develop.
When the radio host Park Myung Soo asked if Vata liked her or the song more, Ji Ye Eun gave a playful response, "Both."
The couple's relationship has drawn attention not only because of their public admission but also due to Ji Ye Eun's openness about their romance. She has shared various affectionate moments and details during interviews, endearing her further to fans who see their story as reminiscent of a scripted K-Drama romance.
According to Koreaboo, the honesty and sincerity with which Ji Ye Eun shared her experience have resulted in a huge stir on various social media channels, as the fans find themselves enthusiastic about the actual interaction existing between the two individuals. They enjoy watching the actual love story developing within the industry among people who share close ties through art and creativity.
According to Segye Ilbo, their relationship is an unusual crossover in the entertainment industry, considering that Ji Ye Eun and Vata belong to the K-Drama and K-Pop circles, respectively. Industry experts emphasize the privacy in which relationships involving artists normally occur.
In separate news, a report from The Chosun Daily said that Ji Ye-eun sparked attention after giving a partially censored response when asked about possible marriage plans with her boyfriend, dancer Vata, just one month into their relationship. During a preview for a variety show, she hinted at being more reserved about her public behavior since dating, while joking and blushing when referring to her partner.
Her edited-out comment fueled curiosity about whether the couple is already discussing marriage. Ji Ye-eun and Vata, who confirmed their relationship shortly after dating rumors in April 2026, have been publicly seen on outings and events together, drawing fan interest in how quickly their romance is progressing.
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