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On July 22, 2025, fresh details of a second date between actor Im Won Hee (55) and former Baby V.O.X. member Lee Hee-jin (47) have surfaced ahead of the upcoming episode of SBS’s “My Little Old Boy.” The pair, who first connected over driving lessons, are now planning an impromptu trip to Gangneung, igniting speculation about a real-life romance.
The episode, scheduled to air on July 16, picks up where the first date left off. After Im personally taught Lee, a newly licensed driver, the two progressed from on-screen flirting to private drinking sessions. Now, they’re visiting a used car dealership together to help Lee pick her first car—a practical step that reveals Im’s knowledge of secondhand transactions.
What sets this date apart is the unexpected turn. After car shopping, Im suggests heading to Gangneung, a city where he serves as a promotional ambassador. “There was a place I really wanted to go with you,” he tells Lee, leaving the studio panel stunned. The cast members react with disbelief, questioning whether this is truly a first solo trip for the pair.
Im himself admits it’s his first time taking a woman to Gangneung, a confession that adds weight to the moment. The shift from a casual coffee date to a road trip signals a significant change in their relationship temperature. According to dating expert Dr. Kim Soo-jung, “When a couple moves from controlled environments to spontaneous travel, it often indicates a desire to test compatibility in real-world settings. This is especially meaningful for a celebrity couple navigating public scrutiny.”
The duo’s age gap—eight years—has been a topic of conversation since their first meeting. Im, who has openly discussed his regrets about dating and marriage on the show, appears more invested this time. Lee, a former K-pop star with Baby V.O.X., has kept a low profile in recent years, making her participation in the show interesting.
On social media, fans are divided. Some call the Gangneung trip “basically a date,” while others see it as a publicity stunt. “Im’s shy confession makes it feel genuine,” wrote one user on Naver. The show’s producers have confirmed that the second date was filmed without strict scripts, allowing natural interactions to unfold.
The bottom line: Whether this Gangneung outing becomes a mere variety segment or the start of a real relationship remains to be seen. But the fact that the connection has moved from television to private life—and now to a weekend trip—suggests the temperature is rising. Tune in on July 16 at 9 PM KST for the full episode on SBS.
