Top 6 Interesting Facts About the Couple "The Weightlifting Fairy" Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk

Nam Joo Hyuk, born in 1994, is 4 years younger than Lee Sung Kyung, but the two are known as one of the closest pairs of friends in the Korean entertainment industry. Both started as models, worked for the same agency, and participated in various fashion shows and magazine photo shoots. This deep friendship laid the foundation for their on-screen chemistry in "The Weightlifting Fairy". Before becoming the stunning couple in the show, Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk had already shared a close bond. Moreover, they also starred together in the popular youth drama "Cheese in the Trap".

Before entering the acting world, Lee Sung Kyung was a well-known young model in the South Korean entertainment industry. Between 2008 and 2009, she won several prestigious titles, such as the 17th Korea Supermodel Contest in 2008 and the 2009 Asia Pacific Supermodel Contest... These achievements caught the attention of YG Entertainment, where she became an integral part of the YG family.

Sharing the same management company, YG Entertainment, Nam Joo Hyuk, who was Lee Sung Kyung's junior, also began his career as a model before gaining fame as an actor. He debuted on the SONGZIO runway in 2013. Standing at 1.88m, with a well-built physique and a handsome face, he quickly attracted the attention of many famous fashion brands, becoming a well-known name among the youth in South Korea.

Although neither Lee Sung Kyung nor Nam Joo Hyuk started in acting, both have become some of the most impressive rookie names among directors and TV audiences.

Lee Sung Kyung first caught attention with her debut role in "It's Okay, That's Love" – one of the most popular South Korean dramas in 2014. Her portrayal of the playful, mischievous, and somewhat rebellious character Oh So Nyeo made her a household name. Just a year later, she landed her first lead role in the TV drama "Queen's Flower." Lee Sung Kyung continued to captivate audiences in her roles in "Cheese in the Trap," the supporting role in "Doctors," and more recently in the series “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo,” where she portrayed a straightforward, strong, and principled character.

Nam Joo Hyuk is no less impressive than his senior, Lee Sung Kyung, quickly rising to fame with several hit dramas despite being a newcomer to acting. From "Who Are You: School 2015," "Glamorous Temptation," and "Cheese in the Trap" to the South Korean version of "Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo," Nam Joo Hyuk has demonstrated his natural acting talent and won over audiences.

Currently one of the most beloved couples, Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk are affectionately called the "golden couple" by Korean audiences. With their perfect faces, figures, and heights, they effortlessly capture the attention of everyone around them. Both having backgrounds as models, Lee Sung Kyung and Nam Joo Hyuk's stunning physiques often evoke envy. Furthermore, their beautiful faces continuously earn praise from fans. Lee Sung Kyung's striking brown eyes are particularly famous in Korea, and she frequently ranks among the top Korean celebrities with the most beautiful eyes, alongside Seo Kang Joon, Go Ara, and Lee Young Ae.