The reunion of former reality show couple Hong Jong Hyun and Yura has captured the attention of fans more than a decade after the pair participated in the popular series We Got Married. The show, which aired on MBC from 2008 to 2017, featured celebrities engaging in simulated marriages. Yura invited Hong as a surprise guest on her YouTube channel, yurayurahae, on January 8, 2024, marking their first official meeting since their time on the show.
During the over 20-minute video, the couple reminisced about their experiences on We Got Married, including their initial impressions of one another. Yura admitted that her first thoughts of Hong were somewhat misleading. “I thought he might be kinda mean,” she reflected. “Jong Hyun looked cold back then.” She recalled his demeanor while walking through MBC Music Core, portraying a concept that made him seem unapproachable.
As their time together progressed, Yura discovered that Hong was not as aloof as he appeared. “He’s a model. Like, model-actor vibes. Total ‘cold city guy,’” she explained. “But the more I got to know you, I was like, ‘Wow, you’re actually super soft inside and you take such good care of people.’ I really felt that while we were filming.”
Hong also shared his first encounter with Yura, recalling how he entered the Girl’s Day waiting room. “I walked into the Girl’s Day waiting room, and I was like, ‘Who is it?’ But I knew right away,” he said, noting that he immediately noticed her hiding behind fellow member Sojin. “My first impression of you was really shy, kind of like a soft, ‘girly’ vibe,” he continued.
Their contrasting personalities became a focal point of their time on the show. “You were the opposite of me: bright, talkative, and I was glad we were different,” Hong remarked, appreciating the dynamic that emerged from their differences. Yura echoed this sentiment, suggesting that the producers may have intentionally paired them to create a compelling contrast. “The PD probably thought, ‘If it’s her, maybe she can break through his wall,’ and wanted that picture,” she noted.
The reunion not only highlights their personal growth over the years but also serves as a nostalgic reminder of the show’s impact on their lives. Fans of We Got Married can watch their full reunion on Yura’s YouTube channel, where the duo shares laughs and stories from their unique reality experience.
This interaction between Hong Jong Hyun and Yura invites viewers to reflect on how reality television can foster unexpected connections and lasting memories, even years later. Their candid conversation provides insight into the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the show and reaffirms the enduring bond formed during their time together.
