EXO's Lay has been allegedly spotted at a hotel with top Chinese actress Zhao Lusi, leading to dating rumors.

Reports from Chinese media on February 1 stated that paparazzi observed Lay and Zhao Lusi's cars at a hotel.

The two were allegedly seen leaving the hotel only 10 minutes apart, sparking speculation about their relationship.

Despite the rumors, Lay's label denied any romantic involvement, stating, "The dating speculation is just a rumor. Lay is focused on his promotions, and he has no plans to date."

However, the dating rumors between Lay and Zhao Lusi have gained traction on Chinese social media platform Weibo's trending searches. It's worth noting that the two celebrities have not collaborated on any known projects.

Lay, who debuted with EXO in 2012, left SM Entertainment in 2022 but continues to be a member of EXO. Zhao Lusi gained fame after her debut in 2016 and has starred in popular Chinese dramas such as 'Who Rules the World,' 'The Long Ballad,' and 'Love Like the Galaxy.'

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Hyun Bin is finally addressing the long-standing "ddongcha" (poop car) theory surrounding his character from My Name is Kim Sam-soon—and he's not holding back!

In an interview on the 19th with Star News, the beloved actor confessed, "I was wrong," responding to the reevaluation of his iconic role as Hyun Jin-heon from the 2005 hit drama. The "ddongcha" theory has been a subject of online debate for years, with many viewers critiquing Hyun Jin-heon’s character as overly arrogant and entitled.

Hyun Bin, who first rose to fame in My Name is Kim Sam-soon, took the time to reflect on the character that made him a household name. He shared, “I was just following the script; there were no personal opinions added to the character of Hyun Jin-heon. At that time, I knew Hyun Jin-heon was portrayed as a ‘bad boy,’ and the way it was expressed was different from today’s standards.”

With My Name is Kim Sam-soon now being re-released as part of Wavve's "New Classic" project, fans are revisiting the 2005 drama, and the character of Hyun Jin-heon is under fresh scrutiny. Director Kim Yun-cheol even admitted that the "prince on a white horse" and "bad boy" tropes that once worked in 2005 don’t quite match today's sensibilities, leading to edits in the 2024 version.

Hyun Bin humbly acknowledged his gratitude for his successful career and hit works, saying, "It’s wonderful and I am grateful to have so many hit works. I’ve been fortunate to work with amazing writers, directors, and actors. Thanks to them, I’ve received a lot of attention and love." He also shared a sense of humility, noting, “But I never know when that luck will come again."

Despite the dramatic shift in perspective on his character, Hyun Bin’s charm and dedication remain strong. Fans are eager to see him in his upcoming film Harbin (directed by Woo Min-ho), set to be released on the 24th.

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