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South Korean actress and former idol Nana, known for her versatile career in music, acting, and modeling, sparked dating rumors with her Indeed, It Was Love music video co-star Chae Jong-seok.
The speculation followed the release of a teaser for the music video, where the duo showcased impressive chemistry. Directed by acclaimed filmmakers Lee Eung-bok (Sweet Home series) and Park So-hyun, the full music video was released on December 2, 2024.
The rumors began swirling after the teaser for Baek Ji-young's latest single, Indeed, It Was Love, from her upcoming mini-album Ordinary Grace, was released. In the short clip, Nana and the model were seen sharing romantic kisses and tender interactions.
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Chae Jong-seok is a rising model and actor who is often referred to as a lookalike of rapper Simon Dominic. He has been linked to various projects, including fashion campaigns and smaller acting roles, but his appearance alongside Nana in Indeed, It Was Love has catapulted him into the spotlight.
Prior to this collaboration, the model was also rumored to be romantically linked with actress Han So-hee. IBT News reported that both parties dismissed the rumors, clarifying that they were just friends. Gyeonseong Creature actress, Han So-hee's agency responded to the dating rumors with:
"The dating rumors between Han So Hee and Chae Jong-seok are not true. The two are close friends."
More about K-pop idol-turned-actress Nana and Chae Jong-seok's alleged relationship
Sports Kyunghyang reported that Nana and Chae Jong-seok have been dating one another for years. Furthermore, Nana is six years older than Chae Jong-seok. According to Sports Kyunghyang, the male model and his non-celebrity friends followed Nana on Instagram and the idol-turned-actress followed all of them back. However, she reportedly unfollowed his friends later on.
Born Im Jin-ah, Nana rose to fame as a member of the K-pop group After School before transitioning into acting. She has starred in several successful dramas, such as The Good Wife and Into the Ring, showcasing her acting prowess. Known for her stunning visuals and talent, Nana has also made waves as a model and brand ambassador.
While Nana kept her personal life relatively private, the recent rumors about her potential romance with the 27-year-old Korean model reignited curiosity about her dating history. Neither Nana nor the model has commented on the relationship speculation.
Currently, both their agencies, Sublime and Steam, said in their official statement that since it is a private matter of Nana and Jong-seok, the company cannot comment on it.
