Actor Kim Young Dae and singer-actress Lee Naeun have publicly denied dating rumors after being spotted together shortly before Kim Young Dae’s upcoming military enlistment. Both sides clarified that the two share a close but purely platonic relationship, emphasizing that they are “just friends.”
According to reports on March 26, Kim Young Dae and Lee Naeun were seen spending time together on the afternoon of March 25 at a drugstore near Gwangnaru in Seoul’s Gwangjin District. Witnesses noted that the pair visited the store around 4 p.m., casually shopping for everyday items such as toothbrushes. Dressed in light athletic wear and caps, Kim Young Dae and Lee Naeun appeared relaxed and unguarded, drawing attention for their natural interaction rather than any attempt to avoid recognition.
During their time together, Kim Young Dae and Lee Naeun were observed engaging in easy conversation and even helping each other choose items, creating an atmosphere that some perceived as particularly close. Given that Kim Young Dae resides in Gwangjin District while Lee Naeun lives nearby in Guri, the two are known to meet casually for activities such as exercise or day-to-day outings, making such encounters not unusual.
Their connection dates back to 2019, when Kim Young Dae and Lee Naeun co-starred in the drama Extraordinary You. Since then, they have reportedly maintained contact, which contributed to heightened public interest when news of their recent meeting surfaced—especially in light of Kim Young Dae’s imminent enlistment.
In response to the speculation, Kim Young Dae’s agency initially stated that the matter concerned the actor’s private life before later clarifying that the two have been close acquaintances for a long time. Lee Naeun’s side also addressed the rumors, explaining that they often run together as part of a group and reaffirming that they are not in a romantic relationship.
With both parties firmly denying the dating claims, Kim Young Dae and Lee Naeun have reiterated that their bond remains one of friendship, shaped by years of familiarity since their collaboration on Extraordinary You.
