'Hold My Hand' star couple overcomes the pain of losing three children

Jin Tae Hyun and Park Si Eun - the main actors of "Hold My Hand" - train their endurance with marathons, write autobiographies, and encourage each other after losing three children.

The married life of Jin Tae Hyun - Park Si Eun after the incident has attracted the attention of many colleagues and audiences. According to Newsen , the couple said that for over a year, they have tried to overcome the pain, learned to balance their emotions, think openly and find joy through sports . The two go to the supermarket together, cook in the kitchen, watch movies, walk around the streets or go to cafes to sip their favorite drinks.

Jin Tae Hyun - Park Si Eun traveled to Jeju Island, Korea, late January. Photo: Instagram Taihyun_zin — Jin Tae Hyun - Park Si Eun traveled to Jeju Island, Korea, late January. Photo: *Instagram Taihyun_zin*

On their personal Instagrams on March 28, the two posted videos practicing running and climbing skills with their personal trainers. They focused on warming up, breathing properly, and maintaining proper posture throughout the run.

Every day, Park Si Eun runs 10 km around the stadium, her husband doubles the distance. Jin Tae Hyun said he is proud when his wife completes difficult exercises, does not complain about being tired, even gives water and encourages her husband. MK Sports said the image of the couple practicing hard makes a strong impression on the staff and athletes at the sports complex. When there is time, everyone will come out to the runway to cheer them on.

On March 17, the couple participated in the Seoul Marathon 2024 - the largest cross-country race in Seoul, Korea. Partly, they wanted to challenge their limits and improve their endurance, and partly, they wanted to contribute to a fund to support disabled children and sponsor medical expenses for a child patient for a year. They also hoped to call on the runner community to support the charity market, helping more unfortunate lives.

Park Si Eun runs 10km at Seoul Marathon 2024 — Park Si Eun competes in the 10km run at the 2024 Seoul Marathon. Video: *Instagram Taihyun_zin*

In her first marathon, Park Si Eun finished the 10 km race in 56 minutes and 50 seconds, beating the champion by just seven minutes. The 44-year-old actress said she was surprised to have exceeded her target and achieved a much better result than when she trained. "My wife only ran for a few weeks but exploded in her first race. She is much better than me. In the next race, I think Si Eun will be the 'queen' of the 10 km race," said Jin Tae Hyun.

On Womennews on March 27, Jin Tae Hyun revealed that he was drawn to running because of his deceased daughter. "In mid-2022, I promised to complete a full marathon to commemorate the day Tae Eun was born. It was heartbreaking, but she passed away two weeks before her due date. Even though I didn't have the chance to meet her, I still signed up for the 42 km race, keeping my promise to Tae Eun. Throughout the race, I thought I could bring a little hope to her in heaven." On May 4, he and his wife, along with 7,000 runners, will compete in the cross-country race at World Cup Park in Seoul.

43 years old, 44 years old — Korean celebrity couple shows off medals in marathon on March 17. Photo: *Instagram Taihyun_zin*

Cover of Jin Tae Hyun's autobiography Still one step again, released on April 1. Photo: Opendoorbooks7 — Cover of Jin Tae Hyun's autobiography "Still one step again", released on April 1. Photo: *Opendoorbooks7*

For the first time telling his life story, Tae Hyun couldn't help but feel nervous. "From now on, I will write a lot of lively, multi-genre content. I hope to have a smooth start, thereby helping me to fulfill my role as an actor and screenwriter," he told Xsportnews .

Jin Tae Hyun and Park Si Eun met in 2010 when they starred in Pure Pumpkin Flower, and reunited three years later in Please Hold My Hand. They got married in 2015 and honeymooned on Jeju Island. There, they visited an orphanage, met Se Yeon, and returned to visit her many times. In 2019, Se Yeon went to Seoul to study at university, and the couple adopted her and paid for her tuition. Thanks to their active participation in charity activities, in November 2023, the couple was honored by the Korean government.

The star couple received medals and certificates of merit from the Korean Government for their many practical activities, supporting disabled children and the poor. Photo: Instagram Taihyun_zin — The star couple received medals and certificates of merit from the Korean government for their many practical activities, supporting disabled children and the poor. Photo: *Instagram Taihyun_zin*

Jin Tae Hyun entered the entertainment industry in the mid-1990s, working under his real name Kim Tae Hyun from 1996-2010. He appeared in many famous works such as The Snow Queen, Hotel King , Monster, All for Love. Park Si Eun is one year older than her husband, and has participated in Nonstop, The Iron Empress, It was love.