T.O.P and Nana Confirm Dating After Months of Romance

Former BIGBAND rapper T.O.P and former After School singer Nana have confirmed they are dating, with both agencies announcing the news on Friday, October 2. T.O.P, whose legal name is Choi Seung-hyun, is 38; Nana, real name Im Jin-ah, is 35. The pair first met in January while shooting the music video for T.O.P's solo track “Studio54.” Their agency Topspot Pictures said they grew close during the shoot and their relationship became romantic around June, according to a source cited by Dispatch. Dispatch also reported the two share a “deep understanding,” noting they have walked similar paths through debuts, career pressures and past rumors. Following the report, T.O.P's agency confirmed the romance, repeating that the bond formed after the video project and turned romantic in June. Nana addressed the announcement on the fan‑messaging app Bubble, admitting she was surprised and a little embarrassed, but added the couple will continue to see each other “happily and healthily.” T.O.P rose to fame as a member of BIGBANG before launching a solo music and acting career, while Nana debuted with After School and has since acted in dramas alongside her music work. ## Context K‑pop idols often keep relationships private due to fan expectations, making agency confirmations a notable break from typical silence.