Dispatch has finally unveiled its new couple of 2022 and it is none other than T-ARA's Hyomin and soccer player Hwang Ui-jo. The two have officially confirmed their romance and are now in the early stages of their relationship.
As expected, many were surprised to learn of Hyomin and Hwang's romance. Some even revealed their comments on social media, saying it was unexpected.
Koreabook noted that Dispatch revealed the two had been dating for three months and in a long-distance setup. Hwang is currently based in France as the soccer season is now in full swing.
Alternatively, the 32-year-old South Korean singer is in South Korea. Despite the distance, the couple managed to celebrate the New Year together after Dispatch spotted them with one another in Switzerland.
Hwang and Hyomin were in front of a luxury hotel in downtown Basel, probably enjoying each other's company. They spent some time together as they took advantage of the French League 1's two-week break.
They leaned on each other, which might be due to Hwang's hamstring injury that he suffered in October 2021. His recovery time was the same as Hyomin's preparation for her solo album.
They said to have comforted each other during these difficult times and officially started dating in November of the stated year. In fact, their respective agencies have confirmed their romance and said they are still in the getting to know each other stage.
So, what do fans have to say about it? Some asked who Hwang is, knowing Hyomin is more famous than him, per KNetizen.
And though many have been waiting for Dispatch's big revelation on Jan. 1, they celebrated the fact that it still unveiled the new secret couple of 2022 however late. Another fan noticed the actress had been caught up in a lot of dating rumors, though this one was confirmed.
Others said it was an "unexpected combination," knowing Hyomin had a boyfriend. But with this big reveal, they might have broken up.
Meanwhile, Hyomin has successfully made a big name in the entertainment industry as part of T-ARA in 2009. The group is behind some of the biggest hit songs, like "Lies," "Like the First Time" and more. On the other hand, Hwang debuted as a professional footballer in Seongnam in the K League in 2013.
