Did HYBE Leak “Gay Shipping” Rumors to Distract From BTS Jimin’s Real Relationship?

Jimin’s Dating Rumors Resurface

BTS’s Jimin has been at the center of renewed dating speculation, following a viral clip allegedly showing actress Song Da Eun meeting him outside an elevator in Seoul. The footage sparked intense online debate, pushing old rumors back into the spotlight. The pair were first linked in 2022, when fans noticed similarities between Song’s social media posts and Jimin’s known whereabouts. Despite her repeated denials and legal action, the chatter never fully died down.

HYBE Breaks Silence

In a rare move, HYBE officially addressed the rumors. “The artist and the counterpart did form a relationship based on mutual feelings… but that was many years ago,” said the label. They confirmed Jimin and Song Da Eun are no longer in contact, clarifying that the relationship ended long before his military enlistment.

Conspiracy or Coincidence?

As the story gained traction, a popular leak account (often known for Hollywood scoops) claimed HYBE may have strategically promoted “gay shipping” content particularly around BTS members—to distract from Jimin’s real-life relationship. The theory alleges that fan-driven LGBTQ+ narratives were quietly amplified by insiders to shift focus away from the Song Da Eun rumors.

Fans Remain Divided

While some fans view the claim as a PR distraction, others believe the theory fuels unnecessary speculation. Meanwhile, resurfaced quotes from Jimin questioning his ability to love (in a Weverse Magazine interview) have added even more confusion.

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Curtain Down or Just a Distraction?

With HYBE confirming Jimin’s past relationship and dismissing any current ties, the agency seems to have closed the chapter officially. Yet, the timing of viral “shipping” narratives and resurfaced content continues to raise eyebrows. Whether this was strategic distraction or pure coincidence, fans and netizens aren’t convinced it’s over. In the world of K-pop, silence rarely means the story has ended it just goes quiet… for now.