Choi Jun Hee will walk down the aisle on May 16 at a hotel in Gangnam, Seoul. Her fiancé is a non-celebrity man who is 11 years older than her, and the couple has reportedly been dating for approximately five years.
The public first caught a glimpse of him during her appearance on KBS2’s Malja Show, which aired on December 28 last year. Choi Jun Hee attended the program as an audience member alongside her boyfriend and was introduced on camera by comedian Kim Young-hee.
At the time, Choi Jun Hee candidly opened up about her insecurities. “I’m currently working as a model, and when I look at the friends I work with, I think, ‘Just being truly beautiful makes the whole world treat you kindly. I envy that,’” she confessed. “So I end up looking at cosmetic surgery apps all day.” She added honestly, “Even after losing weight and styling myself, my self-esteem regarding my appearance isn’t satisfied.”
Seated beside her was a steady and supportive man. Though he shyly covered his face when the camera turned to him, he nodded in empathy as she spoke. That man is now her soon-to-be husband.
However, following the broadcast, some netizens left sharp and critical comments such as “Don’t tarnish your mother’s name,” referencing her late mother, legendary actress Choi Jin-sil. Being the daughter of one of Korea’s most beloved stars often led to excessive comparisons and malicious remarks.
Despite the criticism, Choi Jun Hee did not waver significantly. According to close acquaintances, her fiancé remained quietly by her side throughout her struggles with health issues and the intense public scrutiny she faced. He reportedly became her strongest emotional pillar during moments when she felt overwhelmed by public judgment.
Her older brother, Choi Hwan-hee, is also said to sincerely congratulate his sister and support her new beginning.
As Choi Jun Hee prepares for her May wedding, many are revisiting not only her journey through public criticism but also the steady love story that unfolded behind the scenes. With five years of commitment and unwavering support, the couple is now ready to begin a new chapter together.
Sources: Nate