According to Chinatimes, Hyun Bin gained significant attention at the premiere of "Harbin" at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival the international event on Monday.
When asked about the impact his wife has had on his career during a red carpet interview, Hyun Bin said, "We are both actors, so she understands and empathizes with me. Understanding and empathy are incredibly important. I am grateful for her presence in my life. She encourages me in everything I do."
Hyun Bin mentioned that Son could not attend the event due to her filming commitments, St Headline reported.
South Korean actor Hyun Bin and his wife, actress Son Ye Jin. Photo from Instagram |
His remarks about Son quickly went viral on social media, trending on Weibo, where fans praised their relationship as genuine and loving. Comments included: "Hearing those words feels so warm," "Hyun Bin's love for his wife is evident on his face," and "They are a perfect match in terms of looks, acting talent, and fame."
The couple, who have been married for two years, share a son. During a July event, Son revealed her deep affection for Hyun Bin, describing him as straightforward, rational, gentle, refined, and reliable.
Son also shared that she once struggled to separate her work from her personal life. However, in the past two years, she has focused more on herself, celebrating significant milestones like marriage, giving birth, and raising her son, which has brought her happiness in the simplicity of everyday life.
Hyun Bin, born Kim Tae Pyung, is a 42-year-old actor known for his breakthrough role in the 2005 TV series "My Name is Kim Sam-soon." His career includes various prominent TV roles, establishing him as a leading figure in the South Korean entertainment industry.
Son, also 42, gained fame from her 2003 film "The Classic" and TV series "Summer Scent." Known as the "nation’s first love" in South Korea, she has earned several accolades and starred in numerous major films.