2PM’s Ok Taec-yeon Will Become a “Sold-Out Guy” Today (24th)… “A Wedding Vow After a Century with a Longtime Partner”

Singer and actor Ok Taec-yeon (38) will kick off the second chapter of his life by marrying his longtime partner at a wedding in some location in central Seoul on the 24th.

■ “The Fruit of Long Trust”… 2PM members all turn up to celebrate

According to figures from the music industry and broadcasting on the 24th, the ceremony will be held privately and solemnly, with only family members, relatives, and close acquaintances invited, taking into account that the prospective bride is not a person in entertainment.

In particular, the wide-ranging support from 2PM members, who have maintained their friendship with Ok Taec-yeon for 18 years, draws attention. The youngest member, Hwang Chan-sung, will handle the role of host and ensure a smooth flow, while all members will sing congratulatory songs themselves to bless the couple’s future. His agency, Fifty One K, said, “We ask for your understanding that specific information will not be released to protect the bride’s privacy.”

■ Sincerity Delivered in a Handwritten Letter… Kept the Promise, “I Love You, Ji-hye”

News of Ok Taec-yeon’s marriage was already a happy surprise that many had anticipated. Last November, he directly informed fans of his wedding plans through a handwritten letter, saying, “I promised to spend my life together with someone who has understood and trusted me for a long time.”

Most notably, at the KBS Drama Awards held last December—right after winning the Excellence Award for the drama ‘The First Night of the Male Lead’—at the end of his remarks, he mentioned what appeared to be the bride’s real name, “I love you, Ji-hye.” This sparked a huge conversation among fans around the world. In other words, it took about four months after his confident public confession, and he has finally gotten to the finish line.

■ From “Beast Idol” to a “Reliable Favorite”… Active Activities Also Planned After Marriage

Debuting in 2008 as a member of 2PM, Ok Taec-yeon left a string of hit songs such as ‘Heartbeat’ and ‘Hands Up,’ creating the ‘Beast Idol’ syndrome. Starting with ‘Cinderella Unnie’ in 2010, he also successfully settled into acting.

Ok Taec-yeon plans to keep balancing both work and love even after getting married. Next month, on the 9th and 10th, he is set to hold a 15th-anniversary debut concert for 2PM at the Japanese Tokyo Dome, and as the new groom, he will go on stage to meet fans.

Fans are sending heartfelt messages through social media, saying, “I hope you live happily together, Ms. Ji-hye,” “Your bold confession was so impressive,” and “Show us deeper acting even after marriage.”