Late night chatter erupted on April 21, igniting a storm of speculation across Korean forums following claims that EXO heartthrob Sehun was seen cozying up with his alleged girlfriend at a swanky Japanese eatery in Gangnam.

Rumors Take Flight on Pann Nate

The topic, aptly titled "Is EXO's Sehun Really Dating," set tongues wagging on Pann Nate, clocking in over 160,000 views by the wee hours of April 22.

The anonymous author of the post alleged that Sehun, currently fulfilling his military service duties, was spotted enjoying a night out with his significant other, who was purportedly sporting a chic Dior bag.

Sehun's ongoing military service adds an intriguing layer to the rumors, stirring questions about the idol's personal life amidst his public duties as a service worker.

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Netizens Weigh In

The revelation has triggered a wave of responses from netizens, with opinions swinging across the spectrum

HERE ARE SOME OF THE NETIZENS' REACTIONS:

If it's true we support him, but please respect his privacy, he'll tell the fans when he wants to. Don't invade his private time

when do you expect the man to date? in his 50s?? lol only close-minded fans would get mad at this.

Ok good for him if it's true, but y'all always spread and/or believe rumors about him getting spotted here and there, with this and that and in all times without concrete evidence. Just leave Sehun alone, will you?

this coming right after a bunch of american construction companies say they will sue sm for failing to pay them? Don't forget how easy it was for sm to spread rumors about exo-cbx when they sued sm. Sehun is enlisting, he can't even defend himself. Don't fall for this

I knew it. It was a matter of time before SM starts dragging one of the members to cover up her mass

Awaiting Sehun's Response

Sehun, who has been a fixture in the K-pop scene since EXO's debut, has yet to address the rumors directly, leaving fans and observers eagerly awaiting any official statement or clarification.

As the rumor mill continues to churn, the spotlight remains firmly fixed on Sehun, with fans and critics alike hanging onto every whisper of truth in this tale of celebrity romance.

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Written by Cassidy Jones