Song Joong-ki Meets 'Pachinko' Author Min Jin Lee in the U.S.

Actor Song Joong-ki recently made headlines after being spotted with Min Jin Lee, the author of 'Pachinko,' in the United States.

On October 12, Min Jin Lee shared a photo on her personal social media account with the caption, "Friday night. Dinner with Vincenzo." The post featured a picture of her having dinner with Song Joong-ki.

In the photo, Song Joong-ki is seen with a bright smile, dressed casually. Min Jin Lee also appears with a shy smile, both looking at the camera. The meeting between the top actor Song Joong-ki and the renowned 'Pachinko' author has garnered significant attention. Speculation is rife that the two might be discussing potential collaboration on future projects.

At the time, Song Joong-ki was in the U.S. serving as a one-day caddie for PGA Tour golfer Im Sung-jae. He took the opportunity to meet with Min Jin Lee during his stay.

The reference to 'Vincenzo' by Min Jin Lee is a nod to Song Joong-ki's starring role in the popular 2021 tvN drama. Min Jin Lee's 'Pachinko' has been a global bestseller since its publication in 2017, and its adaptation into a drama series on Apple TV+ in 2022 received widespread acclaim.

Meanwhile, Song Joong-ki remarried British actress Katy Louise Saunders in 2023, and they have a son and a daughter. He is known to split his time between Italy and South Korea.

By Ejin Park, TenAsia Reporter ejin@tenasia.co.kr