BJ Gwa-jeub Seyeon and BJ Kei have officially confirmed they’re dating, setting the internet ablaze and reigniting past buzz surrounding both creators — including the viral Beverly Hills moment with HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk and Kei’s past controversies that continue to split public opinion.
On the 13th, Kei personally revealed the relationship during his “Soop” (AfreecaTV) live stream. “We’re dating,” he said, explaining they’ve been seeing each other since August last year. According to Kei, the two first connected at a friend’s wedding after-party in July, grew closer over about a month, and started officially dating in August. On the broadcast, they appeared holding hands and showed casual PDA, openly displaying their affection. Gwa-jeub Seyeon also posted separately, stating, “I’m currently seeing someone great and doing well,” thereby making the relationship official.
Gwa-jeub Seyeon notably shot to mainstream recognition in 2024 after she was spotted walking with HYBE chairman Bang Si-hyuk in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles. Footage of the two together spread rapidly online, sparking a wave of speculation about her identity and their relationship. The incident thrust her into the center of public attention, and her appearance on the Netflix reality show ‘The Influencer’ only amplified her presence.
On top of that, rumors of her dating rapper Kim Haon and mentions of receiving direct messages (DMs) from a well-known rapper kept her in the spotlight. Now, by confirming her relationship with BJ Kei — who is 11 years older — she’s once again become a major talking point.
However, the public announcement also revived Kei’s past scandals, dividing fan reactions. In 2019, after watching the film Real, he drew backlash for sexually harassing remarks about the late Sulli, who appeared in the movie. Subsequent allegations — including two-timing and sexually harassing fellow BJs — further fueled criticism. While some are cheering on the couple’s choice, others remain wary, citing Kei’s history of controversies.
From the Bang Si-hyuk Beverly Hills controversy to multiple dating rumors, Gwa-jeub Seyeon has consistently been at the center of attention — and now, by going public with her relationship, she’s drawing intense scrutiny once more. All eyes are on what this decision will mean for her next chapter.