The Reason Behind Lee Jun-hyuk's Disappointment with Yoo Yeon-seok is Revealed!
A recent episode of the SBS variety show 'Whenever Possible' (aired on January 7 KST) featured actor Lee Jun-hyuk and Han Ji-min as special guests. During the broadcast, Lee candidly revealed his friendship with host Yoo Yeon-seok and even shared a humorous moment of feeling left out.
The two actors, both born in 1984, have been friends in real life despite rarely meeting in person. However, their interaction on the show started on a slightly awkward note. Upon seeing Lee, Yoo Yeon-seok warmly greeted him with, "Jun-hyuk" but Lee appeared less than thrilled. He soon explained why, saying, "To be honest, I was a bit upset. I saw a show where Yoo Yeon-seok mentioned hosting a '84 Line' gathering with Kian84. I wasn't invited." His playful complaint caught everyone off guard, leaving Yoo Yeon-seok momentarily flustered.
Yoo Yeon-seok responded with a smile saying, "Actually, the '84 Line' gathering is scheduled for next week. By the time this episode airs, we might have already met." He added, "We’re planning to meet next week."
Han Ji-min, observing their dynamic, chimed in, "Are you two close enough to speak informally?" This prompted an awkward silence, followed by Lee replying with a laugh, "Starting today, we are." It was revealed that this was only their second time meeting in person, which explained the initial awkwardness.
Despite this, the pair quickly warmed up to each other, sharing stories about their past encounters. Lee Jun-hyuk recalled their first meeting at an awards ceremony, saying, "Yoo Yeon-seok approached me confidently and said, 'Oh, Jun-hyuk, right?' I admired that and thought, 'I want to greet people like that someday.' That moment stayed with me."
Their genuine camaraderie brought laughter and warmth to the show, earning praise from viewers for their budding friendship.
Meanwhile, Yoo Yeon-seok recently wrapped up his role in MBC’s 'When the Phone Rings', where he starred alongside Chae Soo-bin, earning acclaim for their on-screen chemistry. On the other hand, Lee Jun-hyuk is currently starring opposite Han Ji-min in SBS’s 'Love Scout', a fresh drama exploring a new kind of romance.
Though they headline different dramas, fans are loving the real-life friendship between these two leading men and are cheering them on both on-screen and off.