Song Joong Ki’s Remarriage Receives Mixed Reactions — Avid Fans Weigh In

Song Joong Ki closes the month of January with a bang! The internationally-acclaimed star announced his marriage with British partner, former actress Katy Louise Sanders. Apart from that, the couple is also expecting!

But while the Hallyu scene is thrilled with the news, many avid fans of the actor remained indifferent and here's why.

Song Joong Ki Criticized Over Remarriage Announcement

Wedding bells just rang for Song Joong Ki and Katy Louise Sanders!

On January 30, the "Reborn Rich" actor announced that he has finally tied the knot with his British partner, former actress Katy Louise Saunders, much to fans' surprise.

The couple confirmed their romantic relationship in December 2022, which became a hot topic not only in the Hallyu scene but also in the overseas channels.

Song Joong Ki's remarriage brought delight to fans all over the world. His avid supporters congratulated him on his newfound love.

However, some of the fans refuse to put on a happy face for the actor.

These fans have been with Song Joong Ki since his rookie days, and celebrated with him during his romantic tryst with ex-wife Song Hye Kyo.

"My Joong Ki phase has come to an end," one fan wrote, pertaining to how Song Joong Ki allegedly left Song Hye Kyo to be targeted by the media during their divorce in 2019.

Another fan stated their disappointment, saying, "Not to be that person but I cannot watch his dramas anymore after he divorced Song Hye Kyo while she was abroad."

My Joongki phase has come to an end. I will never forget how he stayed silent when hye kyo was being slut shamed in Korea plus he divorced her while she was filming her drama abroad.

its true, not to be that person but I literally cannot watch his dramas anymore after that.

You talk like you know the whole story... You will never what happened behind the screen unless they publicized it

However, some of the fans still defended Song Joong Ki. Some fans also mediated the online commotion as fans would never see the other side of the coin, especially when things as sensitive as marriage and divorce are never fully publicized.

Despite the surprise, fans congratulate Song Joong Ki, and wish happiness to the newly wedded couple.

On the other hand, Song Joong Ki and Katy Louise Saunders registered their marriage to the British Embassy in South Korea on January 31.

Song Joong Ki's 'Bogota,' 'Hwaran,' More

The year 2023 is certainly Song Joong Ki's best year yet!

Apart from his newfound happiness with British wife, he's also set to return with a slew of projects!

Song Joong Ki's upcoming noir film "Hwaran" is reportedly currently in its post-production process. It focuses on the stories of people who will do anything to escape reality.

However, details such as its premiere haven't been disclosed yet.

In addition to that, "Bogota: City of the Lost," which is another gravity-defying film, is also in its final process of polishing.

"Bogota: City of the Lost" depicts the stories of immigrants in Bogota, the land for the hopeless. The film also stars veterans Lee Hee Joon and Kwon Hae Hyo.

It is expected to air in the first half of 2023 so don't miss it!

ICYMI, watch Song Joong Ki in his outstanding role as a conglomerate heir in "Reborn Rich" here:

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Written by Elijah Mully.