Famous choreographers Lia Kim and Choi Young-jun directly addressed the marriage rumors that arose from their surprise wedding photoshoot. The two revealed the unexpected truth within a day, bringing delightful laughter to their fans.
On the 3rd, Lia Kim and Choi Young-jun posted several photos on their respective social media accounts along with a specific date. In the released photos, Lia Kim donned a pure white dress and veil, while Choi Young-jun was dressed in a tuxedo, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of an actual engaged couple, which surprised everyone. Particularly, the post, which only had the date written without any explanation, led to a flood of congratulatory and bewildered reactions from fellow celebrities and fans, quickly heating up online with marriage rumors.
However, it was revealed that their marriage announcement was a highly strategic surprise event. On the following day, the 4th, they revealed the true purpose of the photoshoot through a video on social media, stating, "We married dance." Lia Kim jokingly mentioned that after a long unrequited love, she ended up marrying dance, while Choi Young-jun also expressed a cheerful response asking for congratulations, maintaining a lighthearted atmosphere.
The reason the two chose a wedding concept was to promote the 2nd 2025 Choreo Awards, which will be held on January 24. They explained that they prepared a surprise greeting in the form of a photoshoot to announce this meaningful event that recognizes the contributions of choreographers and encourages the development of the dance industry.
Lia Kim and Choi Young-jun also clearly drew the line regarding their actual relationship. They defined themselves as close friends and asked not to misunderstand. However, they both laughed, acknowledging that the photos could indeed give a misleading impression, showcasing their warm camaraderie.
Meanwhile, the 2025 Choreo Awards, in which Lia Kim and Choi Young-jun will participate as co-hosts, is an awards ceremony aimed at improving the rights of choreographers and expanding the base of dance culture. This event is scheduled to be grandly held at the YES24 Live Hall in Seoul on January 24, 2026.
