On the evening of November 7, beloved Korean entertainment figure Lee Kwang Soo appeared on the SBS variety program My Grumpy Secretary, alongside senior actor Lee Seo Jin. But rather than a light‑hearted chat, the episode took a tense turn when the “Asia’s Prince” found himself cornered by awkward questions about his partner, actress Lee Sun Bin.
The segment opened with Lee Seo Jin teasing Lee Kwang Soo, saying: “I saw your girlfriend at the hair salon.” In response, Lee Kwang Soo awkwardly smiled and said: “Our relationship is going very well. We’ve been together for eight to nine years.“
Lee Seo Jin then pressed further: “If you’ve been dating more than two years, now you have to choose between marriage or breakup.” The host’s persistent questioning left Lee Kwang Soo visibly uncomfortable. He finally replied firmly: “What are you asking? We’re not breaking up.”
Although the exchange was meant to be humorous, many viewers reacted strongly — some felt Lee Seo Jin’s questioning crossed a personal boundary. Comments online ranged from sympathy for Lee Kwang Soo’s discomfort to criticism of the show for putting a private relationship on the spot.
Lee Sun Bin, meanwhile, has had her name mentioned repeatedly on air, causing public speculation about her reaction to the barrage of questions. The two first met on the popular reality show Running Man when Lee Sun Bin appeared as a guest in 2016. They publicly confirmed their relationship later and have maintained a low‑key status ever since.
For his part, Lee Kwang Soo has been a consistent presence in Korean variety and film, often recognized for his comedic energy and loyal fan‑base. Lee Sun Bin, born in 1994, is also an accomplished actress and former idol group member, known for her versatility in both drama and film.
The incident raises questions about how Korean entertainment culture handles public figures’ personal relationships — and whether light‑hearted banter sometimes veers into intrusive territory.