Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein are generating buzz ahead of the June 5 Netflix release of "Office Romance," a raunchy romantic comedy about a CEO who falls for a new employee. the actors have traded glowing reviews of each other's kissing ability, with Goldstein calling Lopez a "12 out of 10" at the film's premiere. the pair's off-screen chemistry has fueled speculation of a real romance, according to a report from The Sun.

The 12-out-of-10 kiss that topped an Emmy win

At the premiere of "Office Romance," Goldstein rated Lopez's kissing skills a "12 out of 10" during an interview with ET, prompting the singer and actress to beam with delight. Goldstein reportedly said the compliment felt "better than winning an Emmy," a notable comparison from the actor who won Emmys for his role as Roy Kent on "Ted Lasso." Lopez had previously called Goldstein the best kisser she had ever worked with during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live in October 2025, according to the report.

While playful compliments on the press tour are common, the specificity and mutual admiration have turned the pair's chemistry into a headline in its own right — separate from the film itself.

What The Sun's set insiders claim about the 'open secret'

Anonymous sources told The Sun earlier this year that the chemistry between Lopez and Goldstein was "electric" during filming. "It was an open secret during filming about Brett and J-Lo — they got on like a house on fire from the start," a source said. "They were very touchy, feely, and always laughing, and everyone suspected they were hooking up." Another insider reported that at the wrap party,the two were "all over each other" during dinner and drinks. Neither Lopez nor Goldstein has publicly confirmed or denied the rumors, and the sources remain unnamed.

These claims, if true, would add a layer of real-world tension to the film's narrative, but without official confirmation, they remain hearsay.

The 'Office Romance' plot: A CEO, a new hire, and a Dominican Republic work trip

In a new clip from the film released ahead of its debut, Lopez's character Jackie Cruz, a CEO, invites Daniel Blanchflower (Goldstein), a new employee, on a work trip to the Dominican Republic. The scene plays on nervous enthusiasm as Goldstein's character tries to play it cool, eventually declaring, "I'd be delighted to go" after Lopez makes the executive decision to bring him instead of a colleague named Rachael. The official Netflix synopsis describes the film as "a saucy rom-com about a secret office romance and the chaos two workaholics get into following their hearts."

The plot echoes classic workplace romance tropes but with an adult, raunchy twist — a niche Netflix has increasingly targeted in its recent rom-com slate.

Three unanswered questions about the Lopez-Goldstein dynamic

Despite the buzz, several key questions remain. First, are Lopez and Goldstein actually datng? The anonymous set rumors and their public flirting could be genuine — or it could be a carefully orchestrated press tour. Second, if the relationship is real, why have both actors remained silent? Neither has addressed the speculation, leaving fans to parse Instagram reels and red-carpet moments for clues. Third, what does this mean for Lopez's post-divorce personal narrative? The singer-actress, 56, has been through four marriages, and any new relationship would carry significant public interest. As the film's release approaches, the line between performance and reality remains deliberately blurred.