Who is Song Da-eun? BTS’ Jimin dating rumors resurface amid past controversies

Song Da-eun, left, and BTS' Jimin / Xportsnews, captured from Song's social media

BTS member Jimin has once again been swept up in dating rumors with actress Song Da-eun, a former cast member of the reality show “Heart Signal 2,” as her recent social media activity reignited speculation over their relationship and renewed public interest in her past.

Song recently uploaded a video on her TikTok account showing Jimin arriving at what appears to be her residence. In the clip, she is seen waiting in front of her home elevator before surprising Jimin as he steps out. Jimin, appearing startled, is heard saying, “Did you know I was coming in? I purposely didn’t tell you I was on my way.” The video, which implies the two entered the residence together, quickly went viral online, fueling widespread curiosity about their relationship.

Song’s representatives told Xportsnews that it is difficult to confirm her relationship with Jimin, while BigHit Music, Jimin’s agency, has not issued any official response.

Stills from a video clip posted by Song Da-eun / Xportsnews, captured from Song's social media

Dating rumors between the two have circulated continuously since 2022, often sparked by Song’s own social media posts. Last year, she drew attention by sharing photos of herself wearing BTS merchandise and uploading an image of custom earphones engraved with “DA EUN” and “ji min,” both of which she later deleted.

Song made her acting debut in the 2011 drama “Can’t Lose” and gained popularity after appearing on Channel A’s dating reality show “Heart Signal 2” in 2018. She later appeared in dramas such as “Be Melodramatic,” “Once Again” and “More Than Friends.” Over the past five years, she has had no significant acting roles, but has gained some attention for social media controversies.

Song Da-eun / Xportsnews

Aside from her rumored connection to Jimin, Song has also faced speculation regarding alleged involvement in the 2019 “Burning Sun” scandal linked to former BIGBANG member Seungri. In April last year, she addressed the claims in a lengthy social media statement, explaining that she had “never visited nightclubs until after graduation” and that her brief employment at Seungri’s lounge bar, Monkey Museum, came through a university senior’s introduction.

She stated that her role at the bar involved “checking guest names on a reservation list and placing wristbands on verified customers,” emphasizing that she was unaware of any illegal activities and could provide employment records as proof. She also firmly denied past dating rumors involving Seungri, stating, “I was never his girlfriend. I have nothing to do with him.”

With BTS preparing for a highly anticipated full-group comeback, fans are closely monitoring whether the ongoing speculation surrounding Song could affect Jimin’s personal image and the group’s upcoming activities.

This article from Xportsnews is translated by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.