SHINee's Taemin (Lee Taemin, 31) and dancer Noze (Noh Ji-hye, 29) are once again at the center of dating rumors.
On the 16th, photos believed to be of Taemin and Noze spread across social media platforms. The images show the two engaging in close physical contact, such as back hugs and linking arms. Taemin's agency, Big Planet Made Entertainment, stated they are "currently verifying" the situation.
This is not the first time dating rumors have surrounded the pair. In February of last year, similar speculations arose when some fans claimed that Taemin's voice was heard in a video Noze shared on a fan communication platform.
Meanwhile, Taemin is set to hold a solo concert, 'TAEMIN WORLD TOUR,' on October 26-27 at the KSPO DOME in Songpa-gu, Seoul. He will also perform at the SHINee concert at the same venue from November 23-25.
Noze, who gained fame through Mnet's 'Street Woman Fighter' in 2021, faced criticism in 2022 for not adhering to contract terms and durations in her SNS advertising. She was also accused of discriminating between luxury brands and smaller companies in her endorsements. After issuing an apology and taking a hiatus, Noze will return to broadcasting with Mnet's 'World of SWF,' premiering on November 27.
By Ji-won Kim, TenAsia Reporter one@tenasia.co.kr