Dating Rumor
On October 3, numerous pieces of evidence suggesting Lee Min-ho is dating Joanna Chun — the daughter of the chairman of Paradise Group — started spreading on social media. The chaebol heiress and Lee Min-ho share many mutual friends and connections across various fields like photography, fashion design, and art exhibitions.
In 2024, Lee Min-ho frequently traveled to Japan, staying at Edisonhotels despite having no work schedule there. Joanna Chun has also been traveling to Japan regularly and staying at the same hotel, sometimes visiting every month. Netizens discovered that Lee Min-ho and the heiress had checked in at the same locations, sparking rumors of a romantic relationship.
Of course, all of this remains speculation by netizens.
On the other hand, as an A-list actor in the Korean entertainment industry with huge popularity overseas, Lee Min-ho has publicly dated two actresses, Park Min-young and Suzy, in the past.
In 2024, Lee Min Ho and Momoland Yeonwoo were rumored to be in a relationship after dating for over five months, having initially connected through their shared love for gaming and watching movies. The report included separate photos of the two, suggesting they had gone to the cinema together. However, both of their agencies quickly denied the dating rumors.
Lee Min-ho’s dating history includes his rumored romance with Kim Go-eun, his co-star from The King: Eternal Monarch. Although they starred together in the drama in 2020, fans have continued to support the idea of them as a couple. Speculation about their relationship began in 2024, and in October 2024, reports emerged about their engagement when both were seen wearing rings. However, Kim Go-eun clarified that her ring was a birthday gift from her mother. Neither Lee Min-ho nor Kim Go-eun’s agencies have provided any official statements regarding their relationship.
Who is Joanna Chun?
Joanna Chun is the daughter of the Paradise Group. She is known to be the daughter of Chairman Philip Chun and Mrs. Choi Yoon Jung.
Paradise Group is one of South Korea’s leading casino operators exclusively for foreigners. Additionally, it is a multi-industry chaebol empire that invests in hotels, resorts, entertainment, and more.
According to Forbes, Chairman Philip Chun (62) is currently the 45th richest person in South Korea, with an estimated net worth of $765 million.
The wealthy heiress embroiled in dating rumors with Lee Min Ho is known to be Joanna Chun, the second-generation heir of the Paradise Group. The founder of this group is her grandfather, Chun Rak-Won.
Interestingly, Chairman Chun also has an artistic side; he dropped out of the Business Administration program at Chung-Ang University and graduated from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, USA. However, after all, he returned to inherit the family empire.
Philip Chun left the billionaire list in 2015. In November 2014, Paradise began construction on the $1.7 billion Paradise City project in Incheon, a joint venture with Japan’s Sega Sammy Holdings. He has three children with his wife, Choi Yoon Jung.
Joanna Chun is known for her close friendship with Jennie and Jisoo (BLACKPINK). Additionally, she was previously rumored to be dating V (BTS).