Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah first shared a stage in the musical "Grease." They will marry in Seoul this month, about 10 months after confirming they were dating.
When and where are Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah getting married?
Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah will marry on the afternoon of Saturday, November 14, 2026. The ceremony is a Catholic nuptial Mass (honbae misa) at Oksu-dong Catholic Church in Seongdong-gu, Seoul . Only family members and close acquaintances will attend . There will be no public portion, no fan event and no broadcast.
Quick Answer: Musical actors Bae Na-ra (35) and Han Jae-ah (34) will marry on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at a private Catholic nuptial Mass at Oksu-dong Catholic Church in Seongdong-gu, Seoul. Bae's agency announced the date on November 3, 2026. The couple first met as co-stars in the 2019 musical "Grease."
According to Koreaboo, Bae Na-ra's agency made the announcement on November 3, 2026. StarNews also reports that date and names the agency as YY Entertainment . The Korea Times reports that Han Jae-ah is represented by Big Boss Entertainment .
"Bae Na Ra and Han Jae Ah will hold their wedding ceremony on the 14th at a church in Oksu-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul," — YY Entertainment, Bae Na-ra's agency, in its November 3 statement as reported by Koreaboo (corroborated by Mediafine Global)
Neither actor left the news to their agencies alone. Each posted a handwritten letter on social media to tell fans personally. The Korea Times and Wikitree report that both plan to keep acting after the wedding .
Key facts at a glance:
- Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026, afternoon
- Venue: Oksu-dong Catholic Church, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (private ceremony)
- Format: Catholic nuptial Mass for family and close acquaintances only
- Announced: November 3, 2026, by YY Entertainment
- Ages: Bae Na-ra is 35 and Han Jae-ah is 34, per The Korea Times . Mediafine gives their birth years as 1991 and 1992 .
- Names: English spellings vary (Bae Nara, Han Jae-a). The Korea Times reports that Han Jae-ah's real name is Cho Yeon-jeong .
The church is a working parish in a residential part of Seongdong-gu. On the wedding day it is reserved for invited guests only.
What did the couple say in their handwritten letters?
Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah each posted a handwritten letter on social media. Both letters described the marriage as a promise to support each other, and both said they will keep acting. Bae wrote that he had found "a precious person with whom I want to walk together for the rest of my life," according to StarNews and Mediafine Global . Han wrote about getting through good times and hard times together. The letters were short and personal, and they did not include plans for a public event or a honeymoon.
In Bae's letter, the line about a lifelong partner opens his message to fans. The Korea Times paraphrases the rest. In its account, Bae says he will work to become a diligent, sincere actor and the head of a household . That second half is reported as a summary, not a word-for-word quote, so English-language versions of it may vary from outlet to outlet.
"[We] promised to live supporting and cherishing each other through both joyful and difficult times," — Han Jae-ah, musical actress, in her handwritten letter (source: The Korea Times)
Han also told fans directly that she will keep working as an actress after the wedding, The Korea Times reports . Korean coverage, including Wikitree, says both actors plan to keep their careers going after November 14 .
For fans who follow them on stage and on screen, the letters make three points:
- Bae Na-ra: describes Han as a lifelong partner and promises to be a sincere actor and the head of a household (StarNews, Mediafine Global, The Korea Times).
- Han Jae-ah: describes a promise of mutual support "through both joyful and difficult times" and confirms she will keep acting (The Korea Times).
- Both: neither letter announces a break from work, and Korean reports say both plan to keep performing (Wikitree).
Neither letter mentions a public fan event, a broadcast of the ceremony or any later announcements. As of November 5, 2026, the handwritten posts and the agencies' statements are the couple's only public comments on the marriage.
How did a 'Grease' cast meeting in 2019 become a wedding?
Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah went from co-stars to spouses over about seven years. Koreaboo reports that they first met in 2019, when both were cast in the musical Grease. The Korea Times lists Bae's run in the show as 2019–2020 . They made the relationship public in January 2026 and will marry on November 14, 2026 . The whole path ran through musical theatre. A drama set played no part.
Koreaboo reports that the two grew closer in later stage projects, naming Zip Concert (집들이 콘서트) and Rappaccini (라파치니의 정원). It describes their move from colleagues to a couple through those shows. Neither actor has given a public date for when the relationship began, and the agencies' statements give no such date either.
| Date | Milestone | Reported by |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Both cast in the musical Grease, where they first met | Koreaboo; The Korea Times lists Bae's run as 2019–2020 |
| After Grease | Grew closer during Zip Concert and Rappaccini | Koreaboo |
| January 2026 | Relationship made public | Korean press reports |
| July 2026 | Reports that they were preparing to marry | Korean press reports |
| November 3, 2026 | Wedding announced by the agencies, followed by handwritten letters | Koreaboo; StarNews |
| November 14, 2026 | Private ceremony at a church in Oksu-dong, Seongdong-gu, Seoul | Mediafine Global |
The period from going public to the wedding is about 10 months. Koreaboo uses that figure, and a Wikitree headline also describes the wedding as coming "10 months after going public" . One StarNews report gives the gap as six months . That figure doesn't match the January date that the other reports agree on. January to mid-November is about 10 months, so the six-month figure is probably an error.
The Grease link is also why the couple is followed mostly by musical theatre audiences. In many well-known Korean actor marriages, the couple met while filming a TV drama. One example is Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin, who met on Crash Landing on You and married in 2022 (video: Celedrama China) . Bae and Han met through casting, rehearsals and performances for live musicals. Their shared work is stage work, not screen work.
The timeline above is all that has been confirmed so far. Their agencies, YY Entertainment for Bae and Big Boss Entertainment for Han, have not released any further dates . As of November 5, 2026, no new joint stage project has been announced either.
Who is Bae Na-ra? Stage and screen career at a glance
Bae Na-ra is a South Korean actor who started in musical theatre and later moved into television dramas. Koreaboo reports that he debuted in 2013 in the musical "Promise." The Korea Times describes "Promise" as a military musical . The Korea Times gives his age as 35, and Mediafine Global gives his birth year as 1991 . English-language outlets spell his name both "Bae Na-ra" and "Bae Nara," and some write it "Bae Na Ra." All three refer to the same actor.
His stage work comes first on his résumé. Besides his debut, Korean reports name these stage credits:
- "Promise": his 2013 debut, a military musical
- "Grease" (2019–2020): the production where he met Han Jae-ah
- "Thrill Me" (2021)
- "Vanishing": listed by Mediafine Global
On screen, Koreaboo lists five dramas. Many international fans know him from these roles rather than from the stage:
- "D.P. Season 2"
- "Weak Hero Class 2"
- "Tastefully Yours"
- "Would You Marry Me?"
- "The WONDERfools"
Koreaboo uses this list to describe his range across genres. For a fuller filmography with broadcasters and years, see his Wikipedia page .
Many viewers have also seen him outside scripted work. Koreaboo and the Korea Times both mention his appearances on MBC's variety show "I Live Alone," which follows celebrities through their everyday routines . Neither outlet says which episodes he was on, so check MBC's own listings for those details.
Across his career, he has moved from a military musical debut to long-running stage productions, then to streaming and broadcast dramas. In his handwritten letter, he said he wants to keep working as an actor. As of November 5, 2026, his agency YY Entertainment has not announced his next stage or screen project .
Who is Han Jae-ah? Musical career and her current role
Han Jae-ah is a Korean musical actress. She made her stage debut in 2017 in the musical "Hamlet: Alive" and is currently performing in "Kinky Boots." The Korea Times reports that her real name is Cho Yeon-jeong (조연정) and gives her age as 34 . Mediafine Global lists her birth year as 1992 . English-language outlets spell her stage name two ways, Han Jae-ah and Han Jae-a, so search for both when you look up her casting.
Her work started well before her professional debut. Koreaboo reports that she won top prizes in children's song contests as a child. The Korea Times dates one of those wins, at an MBC children's song contest, to 2003 .
Koreaboo lists "Hamlet: Alive," "Maybe Happy Ending," "West Side Story" and "Kinky Boots" among her stage credits. Mediafine Global names three more . In rough order, the credits reported across these outlets are:
- "Hamlet: Alive": her debut production in 2017
- "Maybe Happy Ending": listed by Koreaboo
- "West Side Story": 2022, according to The Korea Times
- "Kinky Boots": the 2025–2026 run, according to The Korea Times
- "Winter Wanderer," "Brontë" and "Burn the Witch": added by Mediafine Global
Bae Na-ra has moved into streaming and broadcast dramas, but none of these outlets list a TV drama for Han Jae-ah. Her reported credits are all on stage. StarNews reported on November 3, 2026 that she is currently appearing in "Kinky Boots," so she is performing while preparing for the November 14 wedding .
In her handwritten letter, she said she will keep working as an actress after the wedding . As of November 5, 2026, her agency, Big Boss Entertainment, has not announced a role after "Kinky Boots." If you want to see her on stage, check the production's official casting schedule, which shows the dates for each cast member.
What can fans do around the wedding, and what should they avoid?
Fans can best mark the wedding online, because the ceremony itself is closed to the public. The Catholic nuptial Mass at Oksu-dong Catholic Church on the afternoon of Saturday, November 14, 2026 is for family members and close acquaintances only . Don't go to the church expecting to get in. Instead, send good wishes through the couple's official channels and see their work on stage, where you're welcome.
A Catholic nuptial Mass (혼배미사) is a wedding held inside a full Mass, so it is a religious service as well as a private event. Waiting outside the church would intrude on the couple, on the parish and on its regular churchgoers. Oksu-dong is also mostly a residential neighbourhood in Seongdong-gu, Seoul. Crowds, cameras or banners on its narrow streets would disturb residents who have nothing to do with the event.
Practical do's
- Follow official sources. Bae Na-ra is represented by YY Entertainment and Han Jae-ah by Big Boss Entertainment . Any new statement, such as a photo release, will come from these agencies or from the couple's own social media accounts.
- Send good wishes online. Both actors announced the wedding in handwritten letters on social media . Comments on those posts are the most direct way to congratulate them.
- Support their work. Buying tickets to their productions or watching Bae's dramas on the official platforms is a kind of support that doesn't intrude on their private lives.
Practical don'ts
- Don't share unverified details. Guest lists, the exact start time, or claims about who will officiate or perform have not been officially announced. Don't repeat them.
- Don't expect footage. As of November 5, 2026, neither agency has announced official photos, a livestream or a broadcast of the ceremony. Don't film or post images of guests arriving.
- Don't gather at the church. If you are already in Seongdong-gu, walk past quietly and keep moving. Don't wait near the entrance or block the streets around it.
Where to see the couple's musical work
The only production with a confirmed run right now is "Kinky Boots," where Han Jae-ah's 2025–2026 run is ongoing . StarNews reports that she is currently appearing in it . Musicals in Korea usually rotate several actors through each lead role. Check the official listing before you book so you get a date with Han in the role. Tickets are sold through the production's authorized booking partners. Avoid resale offers on social media.
As of November 5, 2026, no new stage or screen project has been announced for Bae Na-ra after the wedding. His agency's channels are the place to watch for one. You can catch up on his earlier screen work on the official streaming platforms in your region.
In short, the November 14 ceremony belongs to the couple and their families. Fans can congratulate them online, follow YY Entertainment and Big Boss Entertainment for official news, and see Han Jae-ah in "Kinky Boots." Keep any visit to Oksu-dong quiet and respectful.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah wedding?
Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah will marry on the afternoon of Saturday, November 14, 2026. The ceremony will be a Catholic nuptial Mass at Oksu-dong Catholic Church in Seongdong-gu, Seoul . Bae's agency, YY Entertainment, announced the date and venue on November 3, 2026, as first reported by Koreaboo . According to Wikitree, the service will be held in the afternoon .
Is the wedding open to the public or fans?
No. Every report describes the wedding as a private ceremony for family members and close acquaintances only . The two agencies have not announced a public event, livestream or fan gathering. The best way for fans to congratulate the couple is to leave messages on the actors' official social media accounts.
How did Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah meet?
Bae Na-ra and Han Jae-ah met as co-stars in the musical "Grease" in 2019, Koreaboo reports. The Korea Times lists Bae's run in that production as 2019–2020 . Koreaboo also reports that they grew closer while working together on later shows, including "Zip Concert" and "Rappaccini," and went from colleagues to a couple.
When did they go public as a couple?
The couple confirmed their relationship publicly in January 2026, and news of wedding preparations followed in July . Koreaboo says the wedding comes about 10 months after they went public, and Wikitree uses the same figure. One StarNews report says six months instead . Counting from January to November gives 10 months, so the six-month figure looks like an error.
Will they keep acting after marriage?
Yes. In her handwritten letter, Han Jae-ah said she will keep working as an actress. Bae Na-ra wrote that he wants to be a diligent, sincere actor . Korean reports say both plan to keep acting after the wedding . Han is currently appearing in the musical "Kinky Boots," which runs into 2026, according to The Korea Times .
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