Actors Lim Ji Yeon and Heo Nam Joon are attracting a lot of attention after behind-the-scenes footage of their romantic kiss scene was released. The clip quickly became a hot topic online, with many viewers jokingly mentioning Lim Ji Yeon’s real-life boyfriend, actor Lee Do Hyun.
On June 23, the production team of SBS drama My Royal Nemesis uploaded a making-of video via the drama’s official channel, which showed moments from the filming of the final episode. The footage featured detailed behind-the-scenes scenes of the two lead actors, including bedroom and beach sequences that highlighted their on-screen romance.
During filming, the director encouraged the couple to portray their characters as naturally as possible, as if viewers were observing the daily life of a real couple. Responding enthusiastically, Heo Nam Joon said, “I will do my best!” while Lim Ji Yeon jokingly replied, “I’m already tired,” creating a carefree atmosphere on the set.
Known for actively contributing ideas to improve her characters, Lim Ji Yeon once again offered a creative suggestion. He proposed, “What if one of us pretended to be hurt after being bitten or hit, and then the other asked, ‘Are you okay?’ before they kiss?” Heo Nam Joon immediately responded with confidence, saying, “This is my specialty,” and enthusiastically embraced the idea.
Once filming began, the two actors displayed impressive chemistry and effortlessly created a convincing romantic scene. Heo Nam Joon also added playful ad libs such as “Ouch, it hurts” and “Give me a kiss,” helping to make the scene more natural and engaging.
The beach sequence that concluded filming became another highlight. When Lim Ji Yeon’s character initiated a kiss, Heo Nam Joon responded with a warm embrace, creating a moment that many viewers felt was remarkably similar to that of a real-life couple.
After the video was released, audiences praised the actors for their natural performances and undeniable chemistry. At the same time, some netizens jokingly expressed concern about Lee Do Hyun, who has been publicly dating Lim Ji Yeon since 2023.
Comments like “Lee Do Hyun, we’re sorry they look great together” and “Suddenly I feel like I should be careful with Lee Do Hyun” quickly appeared beneath the video, adding to the playful online discussion.
Thanks in part to the strong chemistry between its lead actors, My Royal Nemesis ended its run successfully. The last episode, which aired on June 20, recorded a national rating of 11.8%.
Meanwhile, Lim Ji Yeon and Lee Do Hyun first met while filming Netflix’s hit series The Glory and have been publicly dating since 2023, continuing to receive support from fans.
Sources: Daum
