South Korean acting royalty Son Ye-jin celebrated her 42nd birthday this month, offering fans a touching, intimate look into her life with husband Hyun Bin and their young son, punctuating a period of intense professional activity for the celebrity power couple. The star of the global hit Crash Landing on You took to her official social media account, sharing a series of cheerful images and a short video clip that captured the heartfelt family celebration, expressing deep gratitude for what she called a “very happy birthday” thanks to everyone’s well wishes.
The posted content, particularly the short video, instantly drew attention as it appeared to feature a candid moment with her husband and their child. The clip shows Son Ye-jin, donning festive party accessories and sitting before a birthday cake, while the voice of a young boy singing the birthday song is clearly audible off-camera—presumed to be their three-year-old son. The playful exchange that followed provided a rare public glimpse into their domestic warmth. After the song concluded, the child eagerly urged his mother to blow out the candles immediately. “Blow on it! You have to blow it out right after singing,” the child insisted. Son Ye-jin, laughing warmly, patiently corrected him: “No, you must make a wish first, and then you blow it out.”
Balancing Family Moments with Blockbuster Projects
The couple, affectionately known as the “BinJin” pairing by fans, married in March 2022 following their on-screen success and welcomed their son later that year. Their shared professional lives, however, show no sign of slowing down.
This year marks a significant return to the screen for Son Ye-jin. She is slated to star in two upcoming Netflix productions, demonstrating her continued influence in the global streaming market. These projects include Provocative Affairs (a literal translation of the working title 挑情寶鑑), an eagerly anticipated drama, and a second project titled Variety (a literal translation of the working title Variety). These roles signal her return to the demanding schedule of drama production, promising fans new performances following a brief period focused on family.
Meanwhile, her husband Hyun Bin is equally immersed in a major production. Hyun Bin is currently busy filming the second season of the Disney+ espionage series Made in Korea. The involvement of both actors in high-profile streaming projects underscore the massive international demand for top South Korean talent and production quality.
The Enduring Appeal of Hallyu Stars
The casual yet deeply meaningful nature of the shared birthday imagery resonates strongly with the public, offering a relatable connection to two of the most recognizable figures in the Hallyu wave. While maintaining privacy regarding their child, these occasional shared moments satisfy fan curiosity and humanize the intensely scrutinized lives of celebrity idols.
The simultaneous launch of their respective streaming projects later this year will undoubtedly reignite global interest in the BinJin dynamic, even as they pursue separate professional paths. Their continued dominance in both traditional broadcast and modern streaming platforms confirms their status not just as actors, but as significant cultural exports shaping the global entertainment landscape. Fans await both their new dramas and any further, cherished glimpses into their family life.
