Single’s Inferno 5 Star Kim Go Eun Date G-Dragon? Here’s Why the Rumours Started

Netflix’s popular South Korean dating reality show Single’s Inferno 5 officially premiered on January 20, 2026, with its first four episodes now streaming worldwide. The show has quickly returned to trending charts, nearly a year after its previous season, as viewers once again tune in to watch attractive singles search for love while living on a remote island known as ‘Inferno’.

As the fifth season gained steady viewership and ratings, attention soon shifted to certain contestants. Among them, participant Kim Go Eun found herself at the center of online discussions after her alleged past connection with BIGBANG leader G-Dragon resurfaced.

Why did Kim Go Eun and G-Dragon dating rumours emerge?

Speculation about a possible relationship between G-Dragon and Kim Go Eun first began circulating in July 2023. The rumours gained traction after the two were seen attending a Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) football match at Yanmar Stadium Nagai in Osaka, Japan. Fans further fueled the speculation by pointing out multiple so-called “lovestagram” clues, including sunset photos shared around the same time and mirror selfies believed to be taken in the same location.

Online discussions intensified when netizens noticed interactions between Kim Go Eun and individuals from G-Dragon’s close circle on Instagram. Reports also claimed that both were present at a birthday gathering hosted by a third-generation chaebol heir. These coincidences sparked widespread debate across platforms such as Pannchoa and X (formerly Twitter), with fans interpreting the signs as subtle hints of a relationship.

G-Dragon’s agency responds to dating speculation

In March 2024, G-Dragon’s agency, Galaxy Corporation, officially addressed the rumours. The company denied any romantic involvement between the K-pop star and Kim Go Eun, explaining that their public appearances stemmed from mutual friendships. The agency described Kim Go Eun as a “close friend” or “dongsaeng” (younger sister) and confirmed that while the two know each other, they are not dating. Kim Go Eun’s representatives did not issue any statement and chose to remain silent on the matter.

Who is Kim Go Eun?

Kim Go Eun is a 26-year-old model who has worked with several beauty and fashion brands. She rose to national prominence after winning the 66th Miss Korea pageant in 2022. In her Single’s Inferno 5 introduction, she described herself by saying, “I may look cold on the outside, but once you get to know me, you’ll see that I’m cute and warm-hearted.”

She also shared that she is accustomed to being in relationships and joined the show to experience something different. Kim Go Eun is the daughter of Kim Hyun Soo, a former South Korean national football player, which has further added to public interest in her personal life. Since the show’s premiere, she has drawn attention for her on-screen chemistry with contestant Woo Sung Min, making her one of the most talked-about participants this season.

What is Single’s Inferno?

Single’s Inferno follows a group of single men and women who must form romantic connections while living under limited conditions on ‘Inferno’. Contestants who mutually choose each other earn the chance to visit ‘Paradise’, a luxury setting where they can enjoy lavish dates and reveal personal details such as age and profession. Those left unchosen remain on the island, continuing the search for love under competitive circumstances.