Choi Jin-hyuk Addresses Dating Rumors with Jung Eun-ji: “I Was Drunk Flirting Don’t Know Why I Said That”
Actor Choi Jin-hyuk is finally speaking up about the dating rumors with Apink’s Jung Eun-ji, which stemmed from what he calls a moment of “drunk flirting.”
At the end of the April 14 episode teaser for the YouTube show “Zzanbro”, a preview featuring actor Choi Jin-hyuk and former Miss Korea Kang Joo-eun was released.
Choi Jin-hyuk addressed his rumored relationship with Jung Eun-ji. The two starred together in JTBC’s drama “Miss Night and Day” and previously appeared on “Zzanbro” last year. During that episode, Jung Eun-ji expressed concern for host Shin Dong-yup’s health, saying, “I hope you continue this show for another 10 years, and I really hope you stay healthy.” Choi Jin-hyuk, seemingly drunk, suddenly replied, “You stay healthy,” prompting speculation that he had feelings for her.
Reflecting on that moment, Choi Jin-hyuk admitted, “I don’t know why I said that. People kept asking if I really meant it.” Host Shin Dong-yup teased him, saying, “Of course you did, you must’ve liked her,” flustering the actor.
Meanwhile, Kang Joo-eun also shared amusing anecdotes about her husband, veteran actor Choi Min-soo, saying, “My husband gets jealous easily. If I’m having a good time with others, he comes home in a bad mood. So I started trying to only look at him. One time in the car, he asked me, ‘Do you really like me that much?’” She added with a laugh, “He warned me to never get involved in any scandals — but then he went and did all kinds of unimaginable things himself.”
The upcoming episode of “Zzanbro” promises plenty of laughter, candid moments, and unexpected confessions from both Choi Jin-hyuk and Kang Joo-eun. As Choi attempts to clear the air about his viral “drunk flirting” moment, fans are looking forward to a more personal, humorous side of the actor. With lighthearted banter and relatable stories, the episode is expected to strike a perfect balance between entertainment and sincerity offering viewers a rare peek behind the celebrity personas.
