The TRUE STORY Behind SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk Relationship + Thoughts about Nickname & New Drama

SNSD member and one of the best Korean idol actresses, Im YoonA, finally revealed the true story behind her relationship and iconic moment with Lee Jong Suk. Here’s what SNSD YoonA thought about Lee Jong Suk, their new drama, and the nature of their relationship.

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SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk: From Iconic Moments to Husband and Wife – A Story of Their Drama & Relationship

Starting from the first announcement of “Big Mouse” (also known as “Big Mouth”) new drama, fans have been preparing well for the visual attack they will experience watching SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk appearing on the same screen together.

After long-time wishes for these two to star in a drama together, having the wish come true is a precious gift for Kdrama enthusiasts, let alone seeing SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk not only in a romantic setting but as a married couple.

Is SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk in a Relationship?

Furthermore, what is the true story and nature of SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk relationship, really? SNSD YoonA finally stepped up and told the story during a recent interview with ELLE Korea regarding this famous question.

After previously having fun with Lee Jong Suk, ELLE Korea posted a video interview they conducted with SNSD YoonA on February 21. During the interview, SNSD YoonA finally revealed the true story behind her relationship with Lee Jong Suk.

#임윤아 #윤아 #LimYoona #Yoona

그렇게 웃지 마요… 심장 떨리니까. ♥
<엘르> #짤터뷰 에 임윤아가 찾아왔습니다.
윤아를 둘러싼 모든 짤들의 비하인드를 오늘 공개합니다.

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— ELLE Korea 엘르 (@ELLE_KOREA) February 21, 2022

When a question came up about SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk famous group selfie together, the idol actress stated that it was a selfie they took around 10 years ago, when “Oh!” was airing. Then, SNSD YoonA revealed the true story of her relationship at the time that Lee Jong Suk was a friend she knew. According to YoonA, she didn’t get the chance to get closer to him at that moment.

“I think this was when ‘Oh!’ was airing, probably around 10 years ago. I just knew him, that was all, and I didn’t quite have the opportunity to get close.”
SNSD YoonA.

SNSD YoonA and her famous selfie with Lee Jong Suk. | Twitter

So, the answer to the above question is no. Unfortunately, as much as we hope for more, SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk relationship is only limited to a married couple in “Big Mouse” drama.

SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk Had an Iconic Moment in 20216

Previously in 2016, SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk had a sweet moment on-stage during the 2016 MBC Drama Awards. During this moment, SNSD YoonA presented an award for Lee Jong Suk when the actor suddenly mentioned that she was beautiful.

This iconic moment between SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk has since become viral. It became one of the best moments that always comes up every time we mention their name. After all, there were very few moments where we could see the visual attack between these two. That is until the announcement of SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk new drama, “Big Mouse”.

The TRUE STORY Behind the Iconic Moment

During her interview with ELLE Korea, SNSD YoonA finally revealed the story behind this iconic moment with Lee Jong Suk. YoonA mentioned that, at the time, she congratulated Lee Jong Suk while presenting the flower. But then Lee Jong Suk replied to her by saying that she was beautiful.

Since it had been a long time since the couple last met at the time, YoonA didn’t know how to reply even when she was happy with the compliment. Besides, she also believed that since they were both nervous during the award ceremony. That is why she thought Lee Jong Suk compliment was just another way of saying hello.

“I said ‘Congratulations!’ and he said, ‘You’re beautiful.’ It was a long time not seeing each other in forever. So while I was thankful he called me beautiful, I didn’t know how to reply because I congratulated him, and then he said I was beautiful.
We were both quite nervous because it was an award ceremony and we met in a long time, so he just said it as another way of saying hello.”
SNSD YoonA.

SNSD YoonA telling the story about her iconic moment with Lee Jong Suk. | Twitter

SNSD YoonA Talks About Her New Drama, “Big Mouse”

Finally, when discussing her new drama, “Big Mouse”, SNSD YoonA mentioned that she would be playing a newlywed couple with Lee Jong Suk. She will portray a character who strives to help prove her husband’s innocence, and she asked the viewers to look forward to the drama.

“Lee Jong Suk and I will play a newlywed couple. And I will play a role where I strive to help my husband who’s been sent to jail for someone else’s crime, innocently. Check it out later on the actual broadcast!”
SNSD YoonA.

SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk in “Big Mouse” drama. | Twitter

So, what do you think about this story behind SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk relationship? Feel free to root for SNSD YoonA and Lee Jong Suk new drama, “Big Mouse” in the comments. And please remember to follow Kpoppost on Instagram & Facebook for more updates.

In the meantime, here’s the full interview of SNSD YoonA for ELLE Korea.