You cannot but feel the intense romance and chemistry between the co-stars in K-dramas, but sometimes, the on-screen couples take the bold step of turning this romance into real-life tales. They didn’t just leave the last impression on the screens; they took home lifelong “souvenirs” from the filming set.

Undoubtedly, some of our co-stars have found true love and marriage on set, and here’s a warm spotlight on these lovely couples and how their stories came to life:

Hyun Bin & Son Ye Jin (Crash Landing on You)

Even though the DMZ separated them on screen, they became one of South Korea’s most glamorous couples. Hyun Bin and Son Ye Jin’s chemistry was so lovely on screen that fans were convinced something more was going on, and they were eventually right.

After keeping their romance low-key, the two confirmed their relationship and later tied the knot in a breathtaking, star-studded wedding in March 2022. Fans still gush over their fairy-tale love story, which feels like a K-drama script that somehow came true.

Song Joong Ki & Song Hye Kyo (Descendants of the Sun)

The “Song-Song Couple” captured the hearts of millions when their fiery on-screen romance between a playful yet serious captain and a stoic medical doctor who doesn’t joke with lives turned into a real-life engagement.

Their wedding in 2017 was one of the most publicized events in Korean entertainment history, drawing global media attention. Even though their marriage ended in 2019, their impact on fans and their efforts in making the drama a global sensation remain unforgettable.

Ji Sung & Lee Bo Young (Save the Last Dance for Me)

Although Ji Sung and Lee Bo Young didn’t play the main romantic pairing in this drama, fate clearly had other plans for them. Their friendship blossomed into a loving relationship, and after years of dating, they got married in 2013. Today, they are celebrated as one of Korea’s most enduring and drama-free celebrity couples, admired for their mutual respect and solid support for each other’s careers.

Eugene & Ki Tae Young (Creating Destiny)

If there were ever a couple who could say their relationship was written in the stars, it’s Eugene and Ki Tae Young because they indeed created destiny. Meeting on the set of Creating Destiny, the two quickly found that their connection went far beyond acting, and they didn’t doubt it. They got married in 2011 and now share a happy family life with their two daughters, balancing their entertainment careers with parenthood in the sweetest way that anyone would covet.

Han Ga In & Yeon Jung Hoon (Yellow Handkerchief)

Before they became household names, Han Ga In and Yeon Jung Hoon met while working as supporting characters in Yellow Handkerchief. A quiet romance began behind the scenes, and it led to their marriage in 2005. Nearly two decades later, they remain a perfect example of a strong, private, and lasting relationship in an industry where such longevity is rare.

Park Ha Sun & Ryu Soo Young (Two Weeks)

Park Ha Sun and Ryu Soo Young’s romance didn’t kick in immediately on set, but filming Two Weeks planted the seed, and they watered it later on. Their relationship developed over time, transitioning into marriage in 2017. The couple is loved by several people for their candid, down-to-earth personalities and their genuine affection for each other, both on and off camera. They are also respected for being one of the marriages that set good examples for others in the industry.

Jeon Hye Jin & Lee Chun Hee (Smile, You)

Despite a nine-year age gap, Jeon Hye Jin and Lee Chun Hee’s connection in Smile, You went beyond the screen. They fell in love while filming and got married in 2011, quickly becoming fan favorites for their easygoing charm. Their relationship has since stood the test of time, proving that age is just a number when it comes to love, and they didn’t allow it to hold them back.

These couples prove that sometimes the best scripts are the ones life writes itself. It might have begun from stolen glances during rehearsals or filming, little conversations, takes, inputs, or actions, but they have successfully turned fictional love stories into lifelong commitments.

Not only do they entertain and inspire their fans, but they also remind them that love can bloom in the most unexpected situations or places, like the drama set. Who are your favorite couple(s)?