On the morning of March 14, Koreaboo reported that TXT members Soobin and Beomgyu unexpectedly became the center of dating rumors, leaving fans and netizens buzzing. The speculation began after Soobin shared several photos along with a heartfelt birthday message dedicated to Beomgyu.
Among the four photos posted to celebrate Beomgyu’s birthday, fans especially focused on one moment where Soobin appeared to look at his younger bandmate with a particularly affectionate gaze. The birthday message also sparked discussion. Soobin wrote, “Beomgyu, you’re like a spring light that never fades. Happy birthday. You’re my number one friend.” On social media forums, some users jokingly commented that the message sounded so sweet it resembled something a romantic partner might say rather than a simple birthday greeting. These details quickly fueled rumors suggesting the two idols might secretly be dating.
As the speculation grew, fans began revisiting past interactions between Soobin and Beomgyu. One moment that resurfaced was from 2020, when the two idols were seen walking arm in arm at Gimpo International Airport after returning from a schedule in Japan. At the time, a Korean media outlet even ran a headline describing the pair as “looking like an affectionate couple,” which has now gone viral again.
Beomgyu has also previously shared heartfelt words about Soobin. In one message, he said, “Soobin hyung is the person who cares about me the most. Whenever I’m with him, I feel comfortable no matter how worried or tired I am. Let’s stay together for a long time.”
These moments have only added fuel to the rumors spreading online.
Across social media platforms, opinions remain divided regarding the speculation surrounding the two TXT members. Some fans believe their interactions appear unusually affectionate and hint at feelings beyond friendship. However, many others argue that certain “couple fans” may be overinterpreting normal interactions, insisting that Soobin and Beomgyu simply share a close friendship like brothers within the same group.
Born in 2000, Soobin is one of the most recognizable members of TXT, while Beomgyu, born in 2001, is also widely loved by fans. TXT debuted seven years ago and quickly attracted attention as the junior group of BTS. Throughout their career, the group has achieved major success with popular hits such as Sugar Rush Ride and Blue Hour, earning millions of views on YouTube and building a strong global fanbase.
Sources: kenh14