Kim Min-hee & Hong Sang-soo: The Gaze at Deuknam
Kim Min-hee and hong Sang-soo Welcome Son Amid Ongoing Relationship
SEOUL, South Korea – Actress Kim Min-hee, 43, has given birth to a son, according to film industry sources. Teh child’s father is director Hong Sang-soo, with whom Kim has had a relationship since 2015. The birth has sparked considerable interest in South korea, given the couple’s history and Hong’s marital status.
Birth and postpartum Care
Sources close to the couple confirmed on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, that Kim gave birth at a gynecologist’s office in Gyeonggi province. She is currently recovering at a postpartum care center.
Pregnancy Declaration and public Appearances
News of Kim’s pregnancy first surfaced in January. In February, she was photographed with Hong, visibly pregnant. Despite being in her eighth month, Kim accompanied Hong to the Berlin International Film Festival, where his film, ‘What nature Says to You,’ was in competition.The film did not win any awards.
A Relationship Under Scrutiny
Kim and Hong’s relationship became public in 2017 during the premiere of their film, ‘On the Beach at Night alone,’ where they declared their love for each other. Their relationship has been controversial because Hong, 63, remains legally married, despite filing for divorce in 2019. The divorce proceedings are ongoing.
public Reaction and Future Speculation
The birth of their son has ignited public curiosity about the child’s future. Questions have arisen regarding the child’s surname – whether it will be Hong or Kim – and whether the child will be included in Hong’s family registry. Speculation also surrounds potential inheritance matters.
