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Ji Ye-eun: Dating BATA after two months of 'some,' their pet name is 'Jagi'
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Ji Ye-eun: Dating BATA after two months of 'some,' their pet name is 'Jagi'

From Dong-A Ilbo · (10m ago) Korean Positive tone

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Actress Ji Ye-eun revealed details about her relationship with dancer BATA on the SBS show 'Running Man'.
  • She shared that they dated for about two months after a longer period of "some" (dating without commitment).
  • Ji Ye-eun also disclosed their pet name for each other, "Jagi" (honey/darling).

South Korean actress Ji Ye-eun graced the latest episode of SBS's 'Running Man,' celebrating its 800th episode in Yeosu, and offered viewers a glimpse into her blossoming romance with dancer BATA. The public's fascination with the couple's relationship was palpable as cast members eagerly inquired about the timeline of their courtship.

I dated for a really long time. I think it was about a month and a half.

โ€” Ji Ye-eunDescribing the duration of her 'some' (dating without commitment) phase with BATA.

Ji Ye-eun candidly shared that her "some" phase with BATA, a period of dating without a formal commitment, lasted a considerable time, spanning about a month and a half. She further revealed the sweet intimacy of their early relationship, admitting that even after they officially started dating, she felt a sense of shyness, waiting three weeks before they held hands. BATA himself initiated this step, asking for permission, which only added to the romantic tension and excitement.

We didn't hold hands for three weeks even after we started dating. He asked me first, 'Can I hold your hand?'

โ€” Ji Ye-eunRecounting the early stages of their relationship and BATA's request to hold hands.

During the broadcast, which coincided with the release of dating rumors about Ji Ye-eun, host Yoo Jae-suk playfully teased her about constantly checking her phone. When asked if she was exchanging loving words, Ji Ye-eun responded with a charming affirmation, stating, "We say 'I love you' every day." The actress also shared their affectionate pet name, revealing that they affectionately call each other "Jagi," a common Korean term of endearment akin to "honey" or "darling," eliciting laughter and warm reactions from the cast and audience.

Ye-eun, you keep looking at your phone since the dating rumors came out.

โ€” Yoo Jae-sukTeasing Ji Ye-eun about her phone usage during the show.
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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.