After being confirmed in the upcoming movie “Jackal Is Coming”, rumors of Song Ji Hyo leaving the variety show ‘Running Man’ have been circulating online.

According to C-JeS Entertainment on April 20th, Song Ji Hyo along labelmate and JYJ member Kim Jaejoong completed their first script reading on the 18th and are preparing to begin filming for the movie. Being cast as a lead character, the possibility of the actress leaving ‘Running Man’ has been up in the air.

In response, a representative of ‘Running Man’ stated, “We have never heard about Song Ji Hyo leaving ‘Running Man’. Furthermore, we have never discussed the matter of Song Ji Hyo leaving with her agency”, denying the rumors.

Song Ji Hyo has been receiving much love in the show as being part of the “Monday couple” with Gary. In addition, she also earned the ‘Ace’ spot of the show for her clever tactics.

Source: Nate1, Nate2