Lee Yoo Jin and Cha Gyeong Eun Announce November Wedding After Meeting on Her Directorial Debut

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Lee Yoo Jin and Cha Gyeong Eun on their big day (Photo via YouTube)

Actors Lee Yoo Jin and Cha Gyeong Eun are preparing to become husband and wife.

On October 6, Lee Yoo Jin’s agency officially announced that the two actors will marry on November 14 at a private venue in Seoul.

The couple reportedly first crossed paths through Lee Yoo Jin’s directorial debut, Cast Me If You Can!.

Their relationship developed after filming wrapped, and the two began dating in June with marriage already in mind.

Their decision to take the next step came after building confidence in their relationship and receiving the blessings of their families.

The wedding will be a private affair attended by family members and close friends from both sides.

Lee Yoo Jin’s agency explained that details about the exact location would not be revealed out of consideration for the families and guests.

The agency also asked fans to send their warm blessings to the couple as they begin a new chapter together.

Lee Yoo Jin Describes Cha Gyeong Eun as Someone Who Changed Her Life

Following the agency’s announcement, Lee Yoo Jin personally shared the marriage news with fans through social media.

Reflecting on her career and personal life, she explained that she became an actress in her 20s and achieved her long-held dream of becoming a director in her 30s.

She then revealed that her “final dream” was to meet someone with whom she would want to spend the rest of her life.

Lee Yoo Jin spoke warmly about Cha Gyeong Eun, describing her as the person she most wants to talk to at the end of a busy day.

She also shared that when she struggled to believe in herself, Cha Gyeong Eun repeatedly helped turn what seemed impossible into something possible.

Calling her a “grateful person,” Lee Yoo Jin said that her partner taught her how a single warm word can unexpectedly create what feels like a miracle.

Lee Yoo Jin and Cha Gyeong Eun (Photo via YouTube)

She explained that actively thinking about “forever” with someone was a special experience, which ultimately led her to decide to become family with Cha Gyeong Eun.

The actress acknowledged that the announcement might come as a surprise to fans but said she wanted to share the news personally with those who have supported her throughout her career.

She also promised to continue working diligently as both an actress and director while asking fans to warmly celebrate their new beginning.

From Creative Partners to a Married Couple

Lee Yoo Jin and Cha Gyeong Eun’s relationship began through their shared creative connection.

Lee Yoo Jin directed Cast Me If You Can!, marking a new stage in her career beyond acting.

The two reportedly developed feelings during the production process before beginning their relationship after filming concluded.

Lee Yoo Jin debuted as an actress in 2013 through MBC’s The Goddess of Fire, Jeong-i.

She later appeared in dramas including Age of Youth 2, Familiar Wife, Be Melodramatic, Do You Like Brahms?, and Three Bold Siblings.

She has also expanded her career into directing, making 2026 an especially significant year professionally and personally.

Cha Gyeong Eun made her debut in 2021 through the short film Peach. She has since appeared in web projects including PICKGO and Future’s Future, as well as the sketch-comedy series Shortbox.

She also became known to a wider audience through her regular appearances on SNL Korea Reboot Season 7.

With their November 14 wedding now confirmed, Lee Yoo Jin and Cha Gyeong Eun are set to begin married life after a relationship that grew from a professional collaboration into a lasting partnership.

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Choi Ji-hoon is a Senior Content Writer at OtakuKart covering the Korean music industry with a focus on group debuts, comeback cycles, and agency strategies. His reporting tracks K-pop's biggest moments — from BTS world tour announcements to solo idol reinvention projects — with particular attention to how Korean music intersects with global cultural movements.

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