On the morning of February 1, Song Hye Kyo posted an Instagram Story that quickly went viral. The caption read: “My Glory. Dating my dear Eun Sook after a long time,” revealing that she had spent the evening of January 31 enjoying a casual outing with renowned screenwriter Kim Eun Sook.
The post immediately drew attention, not only because Song Hye Kyo rarely uses the word “date” publicly, but also due to the significance of Kim Eun Sook in her career—and personal history. Fans flooded the comments with admiration for the close bond between the actress and the celebrated writer, praising their long-standing friendship and creative synergy.
The timing also raised interest. Having just wrapped up filming for her upcoming project Show Business, Song Hye Kyo appeared to head straight out for the meet-up, fueling hopes among fans that another collaboration between the two industry powerhouses could be on the horizon.
Song Joong Ki’s name soon resurfaced in online discussions following the post. Kim Eun Sook is widely known as one of the key figures who brought Song Hye Kyo and Song Joong Ki together through the iconic drama Descendants of the Sun. Along with director Lee Eung Bok, the writer played a pivotal role in shaping the project that sparked the once-beloved “Song-Song couple.”
Song Hye Kyo and Kim Eun Sook share a particularly deep professional connection, having worked together on two era-defining hits: Descendants of the Sun and The Glory. Their most recent collaboration, The Glory, further cemented their mutual respect and trust.
In past interviews, Kim Eun Sook openly praised Song Hye Kyo’s dedication during filming. She revealed that she initially worried about asking the actress to undergo a drastic physical transformation for the role. “I asked her if she was okay with it, and she told me, ‘Give me two months,’” Kim recalled. Rather than simply exercising, Song Hye Kyo chose to lose a significant amount of weight to embody a more gaunt, emotionally scarred character.
Kim Eun Sook later admitted she was deeply moved by the actress’s commitment. “She wanted to look hollow and worn instead of beautiful, and she achieved it,” the writer said, adding that she felt both grateful and guilty, even shedding tears upon completing the scene.
While the late-night “date” turned out to be platonic, the moment once again highlighted Song Hye Kyo’s enduring ties within the Korean entertainment industry—and reminded fans how closely her name remains intertwined with both Kim Eun Sook and her former co-star Song Joong Ki, even years after their divorce.
Sources: Netizenbuzz