After recently drawing buzz for her warm interaction with The Glory co-star Jung Sung Il, Song Hye Kyo has once again captured public attention — this time with a heartfelt message for a man she affectionately called the “new groom.”
Korean outlet Newsis shared photos of the actress leaning gently on someone’s shoulder with the headline: “Song Hye Kyo rests her head on the new groom with a congratulatory message.” Naturally, the images sparked curiosity — who was this man receiving such sweet affection from one of Korea’s top stars?
The answer turned out to be far from scandalous and instead beautifully wholesome: it was longtime friend and photographer Mok Jung Wook, a trusted collaborator who has worked with Song Hye Kyo for years on magazine shoots and brand campaigns.
On December 2nd, the actress posted on social media: “A celebration dinner for the new groom (which unexpectedly landed on my birthday),” along with a series of candid photos from a cozy meal with friends. The gathering was believed to be a warm get-together to congratulate Mok Jung Wook on his recent wedding.
In the photos, Song Hye Kyo appeared almost unrecognizable at first glance — short hair tucked under a baseball cap, a simple checkered shirt, and a relaxed, makeup-free vibe. But even in her most understated look, the delicate features of the The Glory star still shone effortlessly.
One snapshot stood out: Song Hye Kyo sitting right beside Mok Jung Wook, both smiling brightly, shoulders gently touching — a quiet display of their years-long friendship.
This wasn’t the first time she celebrated his big moments. Back in October, she also shared photos from his outdoor wedding ceremony with the caption: “Congratulations.”
Meanwhile, Song Hye Kyo is currently filming the upcoming Netflix series Slow but Fierce (working title). Set in the turbulent Korean entertainment industry of the 1960s–1980s, the drama follows the ambitious rise of individuals starting from nothing. The cast includes Gong Yoo, Kim Seol Hyun, Cha Seung Won, Lee Ha Nee, and more — making it one of the most anticipated projects of the year.
Her recent appearance at the Blue Dragon Awards also stirred conversation as she was spotted sitting beside and sharing warm interactions with The Glory co-star Jung Sung Il.
From film sets to quiet dinner tables, Song Hye Kyo continues to enchant — not only with her beauty, but with her grounded, genuine relationships that speak louder than any headline.
