On October 25, 2024, Korean media outlet News1 reported that co-stars of the forthcoming K-drama Social Savvy Class 101, Kim Woo-seok and Kang Na-eon, have recently started dating. The dating rumors of the couple were confirmed by Kim Woo-seok’s agency.
As per the actor’s agency, BLITZWAY STUDIOS, Woo-seok, and Na-eon started dating after they met during the filming of their new teen romance drama Social Savvy Class 101.
BLITZWAY STUDIOS confirmed the claim, saying:
“We have confirmed that Kim Woo Seok and Kang Na Eon have cautiously developed a romantic relationship after completing filming together. We would be grateful if you could watch over them with warm eyes.”
The confirmation of Kim Woo-seok and Kang Na-eon’s dating rumors ahead of Social Savvy Class 101’s premiere on November 10, 2024, garnered more attention from netizens. As a result, they swamped X with their reactions. One of them said:
“their drama didn’t even start to air yet but they already announced their relationship”
The internet gave mixed responses to the news about Kim Woo-seok and Kang Na-eon dating. While one said that they are a ‘visual couple,’ another wished them the best.
“Such a strong visual couple Ppl, let the kids have a good life. Look at how good they look. It would be insane to be single with that face.”- stated a fan.
“this is how it should be in the industry….rather than wait until the drama ends, just confirmed it before that so we’ll get better feelings when watching”- another user on X commented.
“the drama hasn't aired yet but there's already news that wooseok and kang naeon are dating WKWKWKWK BUT IT'S OKAY I SUPPORT YOU”- stated an admirer.
Some X users didn't seem to be as pleased about the stars' romance. A netizen remarked that a K-drama fan should watch their upcoming show's behind-the-scenes footage to confirm the authenticity of their new relationship. A few of them even touched on the timing of their new relationship, as Kim Woo-seok is set to begin his compulsory military service on November 4, 2024.
“So actors can develop relationships during filming? Hmnnn...”- commented an X user.
“Confirming before the show even airs is a new one. And he's about to enlist? Let's see how this goes. Wish them the best.”- expressed another fan.
“Won't last..too young to handle pressure...but wish them all the best”- wrote another fan.
“i suggest any kdrama shippers to watch their behind the scenes for research purpose”- commented a fan.
Social Savvy Class 101 is a teen romance featuring Kim Woo-seok and Kang Na-eon in leading roles
The story of Social Savvy Class 101 revolves around outsider Kim Ji-eun, who steps in as manager of 'Insider Time,' a private community app that holds all of the school's secrets. A hidden relationship blossoms as she becomes connected with the most popular clique, which she had previously desired to join.
Kim Woo-seok plays Kang Woo-bin, the high school's famous heartthrob. On the other hand, Kang Na-eon portrays Kim Ji-eun, the 'zero presence outsider.' The eight-part teenage romance series will air on Cinema Heaven on November 10, 2024.
Also, shortly after its original airing, the drama will be available to watch on various OTT platforms, including TVING, Wavve, and Watcha.