Kristel Fulgar makes relationship with Korean suitor official

Kristel Fulgar (right) and her Korean boyfriend. Image: Instagram/@kristelfulgar

Kristel Fulgar revealed that she and her Korean suitor Ha Su Hyuk are officially in a relationship, after the latter became a member of Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) like the actress.

Fulgar documented Ha’s baptism through a vlog entitled “Finally, my first boyfriend” on her YouTube channel on Friday, Nov. 29.

The actress’ mom even flew to Korea to be with the pair for the event. The three of them also celebrated over a meal.

After the celebration, the couple had a conversation inside the car where Ha asked Fulgar if she’s ready to be in an official relationship. Fulgar first gave her baptism gift to Ha then agreed to making their romance official.

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Fulgar first introduced Ha as her suitor through a vlog shared in February this year.

Fulgar then disclosed in a later interview that she met Ha after a mutual friend introduced them to each other. The pair went on a date and instantly clicked, which led them to going on more dates.

Fulgar, a former “Goin’ Bulilit” cast member, moved to South Korea to study and pursue an acting career.

Fulgar, who speaks fluent Korean, also won awards in the said country, namely the 2023 Global Influencers Award and the Global Creator of the Year accolade at the 2023 APAN Star Awards.