Latest sightings of Kim Min Hee and Hong Sang Soo with their baby gain additional attention

19 Mar 2026, 19:01 by K-Soul · allkpop

Film director Hong Sang Soo and actress Kim Min Hee are once again drawing public attention after recent updates about their daily lives surfaced.

Interest has grown as the couple has been repeatedly spotted spending time with their child, offering glimpses into their everyday routine while also sparking curiosity about their relationship and ongoing activities. Following rumors that they were spotted at the Incheon International Airport, additional sightings of the couple have gained traction online.

According to a March 19 report by Sports Seoul, Hong Sang Soo and Kim Min Hee were recently seen enjoying a walk with their son at Misa Forest Park in Hanam, Gyeonggi Province. The two were described as dressed casually, appearing relaxed and largely unconcerned with their surroundings as they spent time together. In particular, eyewitness accounts noting that “Hong Sang Soo himself was pushing the stroller” drew significant attention.

A source who witnessed the scene shared that the couple showed deep affection toward their child. The child was also described as having grown significantly more than previously known. The trio had earlier been spotted together at Incheon International Airport, and the increasing frequency of such sightings in public has also caught the public’s eye.

The two first became acquainted through the 2015 film 'Right Now, Wrong Then,' and later developed a romantic relationship. Since then, they have continued to collaborate on most of Hong’s projects, with Kim Min Hee appearing primarily in his works following her role in 'The Handmaiden' (2016), directed by Park Chan Wook.

In 2017, the pair publicly acknowledged their relationship during a press conference for 'On the Beach at Night Alone.' Their professional collaboration has continued ever since, with Kim participating in Hong’s films as both an actress and a member of the production team.

Public interest also remains focused on Hong Sang Soo’s legal marital status. In 2019, he filed for divorce from his wife, but the court rejected the request, ruling that responsibility for the breakdown of the marriage lay with him. As a result, the legal marriage remains intact.

The couple is reported to have welcomed a son in April last year. News of the child, born out of wedlock, drew significant public attention and has continued to fuel interest in their lifestyle and activities.

Their latest sighting is being interpreted as a glimpse into their ongoing daily life amid this continued attention. While maintaining a relatively low public profile, occasional sightings of the couple continue to surface.

Professionally, Hong Sang Soo remains active. His latest film, 'The Day She Returns,' has reportedly been invited to the Panorama section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival. Kim Min Hee participated in the project as a production manager, further expanding her role beyond acting.

The two continue to balance their personal relationship with their professional collaborations. While working together consistently on film projects, they are also seen living a family-oriented daily life.

Public opinion remains divided, shaped by the unique nature of their relationship, legal circumstances, and ongoing work. However, the latest sighting, shared without any formal event or staged setting, demonstrates that interest in the couple remains strong.

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