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14 years end: Choi Soo-young shares updates from Japan after breakup news
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14 years end: Choi Soo-young shares updates from Japan after breakup news

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • South Korean singer and actress Choi Soo-young, formerly of Girls' Generation, has publicly shared updates from Japan following news of her breakup with actor Jung Kyung-ho.
  • The couple, who had been together for 14 years, reportedly ended their relationship due to busy schedules.
  • Soo-young is preparing for upcoming projects, including a stage play and a potential new drama series.

Choi Soo-young, a member of the iconic K-pop group Girls' Generation, has shared glimpses of her life in Japan following the confirmation of her breakup with actor Jung Kyung-ho. The couple, long considered one of the entertainment industry's most enduring couples, reportedly ended their 14-year relationship due to their demanding schedules.

Soo-young posted photos on her social media showcasing her enjoying leisure time in Japan. The images depict her in casual attire on a Japanese street, smiling brightly, enjoying street food like skewers, and posing in a black dress. These updates garnered significant attention from fans, especially as they were released on the same day the breakup news surfaced.

Her agency confirmed the separation, stating, "The two recently broke up and decided to remain good colleagues." This announcement corroborated speculation that had been circulating on online communities, fueled by observations of mutual unfollowing on social media.

The relationship between Soo-young and Jung Kyung-ho began in 2012, and they had been a public couple for over a decade, receiving considerable support from fans. However, the strain of their busy professional lives reportedly led to their relationship drifting apart, culminating in the decision to end their romantic involvement.

Looking ahead, both artists are focused on their individual careers. Jung Kyung-ho is preparing for his next drama, 'Sparkling Romance.' Meanwhile, Soo-young is set to appear in the stage play 'The Merchant of Venice' in July and is also considering a role in KBS 2TV's new weekend drama, 'School 1987.'

The two recently broke up and decided to remain good colleagues.

โ€” Soo-young's agencyOfficial confirmation of the breakup between Choi Soo-young and Jung Kyung-ho.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.