Golf Pro Reveals Intimate Details of Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin's Secret Romance
An intriguing behind-the-scenes account has emerged about Korean superstars Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, coming from someone who knew about their relationship long before the public did. On a recent episode of TV Chosun's Huh Young Man's Food Travel, renowned golf instructor Lim Jin-han, often called a "golf master" in Korea, shared his unique perspective on the celebrity couple's journey.
How the Connection Began
Lim Jin-han revealed that his connection with Son Ye-jin started years ago through an agency executive. Shortly after their introduction, the actress began taking golf lessons from him. He recalled their first session as remarkably casual, with Son Ye-jin arriving directly from a filming set wearing jeans and slippers, yet they still managed to practice for about an hour. From that point forward, their lessons continued regularly, and they maintained contact over the years.
The Couple's Training Sessions Together
According to Lim, Hyun Bin eventually began learning golf from him as well, following a personal recommendation from Son Ye-jin herself. The instructor disclosed that the couple would frequently attend lessons together and even joined him for rounds on the golf course. It was during these shared sessions that Lim quietly deduced they were more than just co-stars.
"At one point, Son Ye-jin directly asked me to teach Hyun Bin too," Lim explained. "That's when they started training together more regularly." Despite being fully aware of their romantic relationship, the golf instructor admitted he kept their secret completely confidential.
Keeping the Secret Even From Family
Lim went so far as to mislead his own wife about the couple's status. He laughed while recounting how his wife once asked if the two actors were planning to get married, and he casually brushed off the question as if he had no information. Then, approximately three weeks later, Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin announced their wedding plans. His wife jokingly called him a "traitor" for not sharing the news with her.
Insights Into Their Personal Dynamic
The golf instructor also shared observations about the couple's personal chemistry, noting that they complement each other well. According to Lim, Son Ye-jin possesses a more relaxed and easygoing personality, while Hyun Bin tends to be quieter and more reserved.
He added a particularly sweet detail about the evolution of their relationship. While dating, they would call each other by their names - "Bin" and "Ye-jin." After marriage, this naturally transitioned to more affectionate terms like "honey" or "dear."
Background of the Celebrity Couple
Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin first met while working together on the 2018 film The Negotiation. They reunited for the massively popular drama Crash Landing on You in 2019, which sparked persistent dating rumors that followed them for an extended period.
The couple eventually confirmed their relationship publicly in 2021, married in March 2022, and welcomed their first child, a baby boy, in December of that same year. Their relationship has captivated fans worldwide, making Lim Jin-han's insider perspective particularly valuable for understanding their private journey together.
