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Byeon Woo Seok Set for ‘No Gain No Love’ Special Appearance

“Lovely Runner” star Byeon Woo Seok is set to delight fans with a special cameo appearance in the upcoming tvN drama “No Gain No Love”!

Byeon Wooseok Set for ‘No Gain No Love’ Special Cameo

On August 30, media reports confirmed that Byeon Woo Seok will make a guest appearance in the drama, adding excitement for viewers. The production team of “No Gain No Love” later confirmed the news, expressing their enthusiasm for his participation. They explained, “Byeon Woo Seok’s special appearance came about due to his connection with the drama’s director, Kim Jung Sik.”

This connection between Byeon Woo Seok and director Kim Jung Sik stems from their previous collaboration on the popular JTBC drama “Strong Girl Namsoon,” which concluded last November. Their reunion in the new drama is eagerly anticipated, as fans look forward to seeing Byeon Woo Seok’s contribution to the romantic comedy.

“No Gain No Love” follows the story of Son Hae Young, portrayed by Shin Min Ah, a determined woman who fakes a marriage to avoid missing out on a promotion at work. Her character’s life becomes even more complicated when she teams up with Kim Ji Wook, played by Kim Young Dae, who agrees to become her fake husband.

Who is Byeon Wooseok Playing in The New Drama?

While details about Byeon Woo Seok’s role in the drama remain under wraps, his cameo is expected to add a unique twist to the storyline. The episode featuring his appearance is set to air next week, and anticipation is building among fans of both the actor and the drama.

This cameo marks another exciting chapter in Byeon Woo Seok’s career, as he continues to charm audiences with his versatile performances. Viewers are eagerly waiting to see how his appearance will impact the plot of “No Gain No Love.”

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Byeon Woo Seok Personally Handed Out Roses at Manila Press Conference

Korean actor Byeon Woo Seok, star of the drama Lovely Runner, delighted the Philippine media by handing out yellow roses at a press conference on June 21. This sweet gesture took place at Shangri-La The Fort. During the event, the actor promoted his 2024 Byeon Woo Seok Asia Fan Meeting Tour: Summer Letter in Manila, which was scheduled for the following day at the New Frontier Theater in Cubao, Quezon City.

The press conference, hosted by Kring Kim and organized by PULP Live World, began at 4:00 PM. in the hotel’s Bonifacio Hall. Byeon Woo Seok emerged with a bunch of yellow roses and personally distributed them to each reporter. All were pleasantly surprised and thrilled. Each yellow rose was accompanied by a photo of the actor and a note that read, “Thank you for loving Sunjae. Maraming salamat po (Thank you very much). From Byeon Woo Seok.”

The color yellow featured prominently in Lovely Runner, where Byeon Woo Seok played Ryu Sun Jae alongside Kim Hye Yoon as Im Sol, whose iconic umbrella was yellow.

Byeon Woo Seok on his sudden popularity

During the press conference, Byeon Woo Seok expressed his excitement about being in the Philippines for the first time. “Well, it’s so nice to finally be here in the Philippines. And when I arrived at the airport yesterday, there were so many fans who welcomed me. I was very excited and thrilled. I’m actually looking forward to all of it. Yes, it’s my first time here, but I’m very happy with everything I’m seeing. Just the fact that I get to go to different places is already very exciting. But most of all, I get to experience the culture of these different countries. It’s something that truly awakens my mind,” he said via a translator.

Reflecting on his role in Lovely Runner, he said, “I’m very grateful that you all appreciate me, remember me, and show your love for me as Sun Jae. As an actor, I think it’s one of my greatest achievements that you liked the character I portrayed. So for my future projects, I’d appreciate and love it if you would also fall in love with the new character I will be acting as.”

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Big surprise

“I’m still not used to the sudden popularity I’m experiencing,” he added. “Everything about my day-to-day life is actually a big surprise. Like yesterday, when I was at the airport, I saw a huge crowd. That in itself was already amazing and amusing for me, and just being in front of you at a press conference is like a dream come true. Until now, I’m still not used to this attention. It truly feels like a dream.”

Byeon Woo Seok started out as a model. His popularity soared after starring in Lovely Runner. He arrived in Manila last June 20, where throngs of fans showed up at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport to catch a glimpse of him. The fan meeting itself was a smashing success, with fans filling up every seat in the New Frontier Theater. Those who couldn’t get tickets to the show gathered outside the venue, hoping to see him. Their patience was rewarded as he rolled down his car windows and waved to the crowd before leaving. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: Wouldn’t you love to receive one of these from Byeon Woo Seok? Source: X/@sweetboywoo.

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Byeon Woo Seok Bursts Into Tears at Manila Fanmeet

Actor Byeon Woo Seok, known for his role in the tvN drama “Lovely Runner,” broke down in tears during his fan meeting in Manila on June 22. The event, part of his 2024 Asia Fanmeeting Tour SUMMER LETTER, took place at the New Frontier Theater and drew a large, enthusiastic crowd.

Byeon Woo Seok’s emotional fan meeting moment

Despite the excitement of meeting his fans, the actor revealed he was not in the best physical condition. He expressed his concerns, saying, “I was worried I wouldn’t be able to fully enjoy this moment with you all because of my health.” His vulnerability resonated deeply with the audience, especially when he credited their energy for helping him enjoy the event. “Your energy helped me enjoy the fan meeting, even though I felt emotional and overwhelmed,” he shared.

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The actor’s sincerity and warmth endeared him even more to his supporters. Although fans were thrilled to see him, they also understood the pressure he faces due to his rapid rise in popularity. His demanding schedule and constant public scrutiny have undoubtedly taken a toll on him.

The overwhelming demand for tickets to his fan meetings highlights his soaring popularity. For instance, the upcoming fan meeting in Seoul saw over 700,000 fans trying to secure a spot, causing ticketing platforms to crash. This high demand has unfortunately led to issues like illegal ticket resales and scams.

In addition to these challenges, the actor has had to deal with invasive behavior from some overly zealous fans who have followed him to his lodgings and even overseas. His agency, Varo Entertainment, has responded by promising legal action against any privacy violations.

Despite these obstacles, Byeon Woo Seok’s emotional connection with his fans remains strong. His tears at the fan meeting were a testament to the deep appreciation and love he feels for their unwavering support.

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tvN’s ‘Lovely Runner’ Hits Season-High Viewership After Shocking Episodes

The tvN drama Lovely Runner, starring Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok, has captivated audiences with its recent episodes, leading to a record-breaking viewership spike. According to Nielsen Korea, episode three of Lovely Runner earned an average nationwide viewership rating of 3.4 percent, a marked increase from the previous episode’s 2.7 percent. It also set a new personal best for the drama.

Episode 3 Preview [ENG] | Lovely Runner (2024)

The drama’s ratings bump

The drama’s third episode picked up with Ryu Sun Jae (played by Byeon Woo Seok) determined to compete in a swim meet despite attempts by Im Sol (played by Kim Hye Yoon) to keep him from doing so. In the end, he won a gold medal, and he also tried to confess his feelings to Im Sol, leading to heartwarming and hilarious moments between the characters.

However, the narrative took a dramatic turn when Sun Jae was injured during practice. The emotional highs continued as he gathered the courage to confess to Sol again. This time, he was successful, and the two even shared a kiss. Unfortunately, Sol was drunk when it happened and forgot about the kiss the next day. To top it all off, another character, Kim Tae Sung (played by Song Geon Hee), confessed his feelings to her as well.

Episode four saw Sol waking up in 2023, confused and desperate to return to 2008. Meanwhile, in the present, Baek In Hyuk (played by Lee Seung Hyub) attempts to contact Sol about Sun Jae, but their call gets cut off. Surprisingly, most of the things Sol did in 2008 remained unchanged in 2023, indicating that she may actually have altered Sun Jae’s future.

As Sol travels back to 2008, she discovers she’s in a relationship with Tae Sung, and Sun Jae is upset with her. Eventually, Sun Jae and Sol reconcile as he saves her from a drunken man, and Sol realizes that Sun Jae was the one who saved her from her car accident all along. These twists kept viewers hooked, leading to the drama’s ratings bump.

Episode 4 Preview [ENG] | Lovely Runner (2024)

‘Lovely Runner’ has gone viral

Lovely Runner has gone viral in Korea and abroad. In the week ending April 20, the drama recorded a 149% increase in digital mentions compared to the previous week. Also, the number of paid TVing subscribers has exceeded 10,000. The significant buzz is evident through the overwhelming number of YouTube comments, SNS mentions, and Naver Talk discussions. All these showed a 160% increase from the previous week, as measured just 12 hours after each episode’s broadcast.

Furthermore, Lovely Runner ranked first in 133 countries during its premiere week on the global OTT platform, Rakuten Viki. This list includes Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and the United States. The drama maintains a high viewer rating on Viki, receiving favorable reviews that praise everything from the acting and story to the chemistry between the characters.

Based on a popular web novel and penned by True Beauty writer Lee Si Eun, Lovely Runner is a new time-slip romance drama that poses the question: “What would you do if you had the opportunity to save your ultimate bias?”

It’s a question many can relate to, which is partly why the drama is such a hit. – K-Pop News Writer

Featured Image: The third and fourth episodes of the show are its highest-rated to date. Source: X/@ljscentric.

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