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Park Bo Gum Suffers On-Set Injury While Filming ‘Good Boy’

Park Bo Gum has sustained a minor on-set injury while filming an intense action scene for JTBC’s highly anticipated drama “Good Boy.” Luckily, it looks like the “Wonderland” star will be back to work soon.

Park Bo Gum Suffers On-Set Injury in Action Sequence Filming

On August 28, it was reported that the actor injured his leg during an action shoot in Busan. Following the incident, Park Bo Gum was promptly transferred to a hospital in Seoul for medical treatment, which led to the cancellation of the day’s scheduled filming activities.

In response to the news, Park Bo Gum’s agency, THEBLACKLABEL, provided an official statement: “While filming an action scene for ‘Good Boy,’ Park Bo Gum suffered a minor injury. He is currently receiving treatment. Although filming has been temporarily halted, it is expected to resume as soon as he recovers.”

The agency also reassured fans that the injury is not serious and that the production team is taking all necessary precautions to ensure the actor’s full recovery before he returns to the set.

“Good Boy” is a dynamic comic drama that delves into the lives of a group of Olympic medalists who, after facing financial difficulties, short career spans, injuries, and other challenges, transition into new roles as special police officers. The show promises a mix of action, drama, and humor, as it follows these former athletes navigating their way through their new careers in law enforcement.

In “Good Boy,” Park Bo Gum takes on the role of Yoon Dong Joo, a former gold medalist boxer who embarks on a new chapter in his life as a rookie officer in a special crime unit. The character’s journey from a celebrated athlete to a law enforcer is expected to be filled with action-packed sequences and emotional depth, highlighting Park Bo Gum’s versatility as an actor.

For now, “Good Boy” has not yet been given an official release date. Stay tuned for more updates on this story.

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Park Bo Gum Transforms into an Olympic Boxer in “Good Boy”

Park Bo Gum takes on a new challenge as he portrays a South Korean national team boxer in the upcoming drama

Park Bo Gum will captivate audiences once again in his new role for the upcoming drama “Good Boy.” Recently released stills show the beloved actor transforming into an Olympic medalist boxer, Yoon Dong Joo. This JTBC series features Park Bo Gum as a member of South Korea’s national boxing team who steps into the ring to represent his country.

Park Bo Gum in JTBC drama “Good Boy.” He takes the lead role as an Olympic athlete. Photo from @JTBCDrama on Instagram.

“Good Boy” promises to deliver a comedic action investigation drama with a unique storyline where former medalists become police officers through special recruitment. These characters, including Park Bo Gum’s Yoon Dong Joo, wear police IDs instead of medals and fight against a world rife with dishonesty and corruption.

Lately, Park Bo Gum has been busy with multiple projects. He recently starred in the Netflix film “Wonderland,” a sci-fi romance exploring the interactions between humans and their digital counterparts in a simulated world. His performance in “Wonderland” earned praise for its emotional depth and versatility, solidifying his status as one of Korea’s top actors.

Directed by Shim Na Yeon, known for her work on “Bad Mom,” and written by Lee Dae Il, the mind behind “Life on Mars,” the drama boasts an impressive pedigree. Alongside Park Bo Gum, the series features a stellar cast, including Kim So Hyun, Oh Jung Se, Lee Sang Yi, Heo Sung Tae, and Tae Won Suk.

“Good Boy” is highly anticipated and will premiere later this year, promising a mix of action, humor, and an engaging plot. Fans of Park Bo Gum and K-drama enthusiasts alike eagerly await this new series, expecting it to be a highlight of the television season.

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Look: Park Bo Gum, Kim So Hyun to Star in ‘Good Boy’

You’re in for a treat, K-drama fans! On January 11, it was confirmed that actor Park Bo Gum and actress Kim So Hyun are pairing up in the new action-comedy drama Good Boy.

According to the drama’s production team, Good Boy will tell the story of a group of gold medalists who turn into police officers after facing financial struggles, injuries, and other career challenges. Together, they form the “Olympic Avengers” and use their athletic skills to fight violence.

Said drama will be helmed by director Shin Na Yeon, known for spearheading Beyond Evil and The Good Bad Mother. Moreover, director Shin will be accompanied by writer Lee Dae Il, who previously wrote Bring it On, Ghost, Chief of Staff and Life on Mars.

Alongside the confirmation of the lead stars in the drama, Bo Gum and So Hyun’s roles were also briefly discussed.

In Good Boy, Bo Gum will play the role of Yoon Dong Joo, a former Olympic gold medalist boxer who became a police officer for the Special Violent Crime Unit. After experiencing a downfall as an athlete, Dong Joo discovers his instinct to battle injustice.

On the other hand, Kim So Hyun’s character, Ji Han Na, became a police officer after quitting as an Olympic shooting gold medalist due to some traumatic incident.

Fans’ excitement for the duo’s team-up in ‘Good Boy’

Upon hearing the news of the lead roles, fans brought their excitement to social media.

Several fans said that they are excited for the release of Good Boy, especially as this will be So Hyun’s first action drama in a while. “I’m sure this will be great,” one fan said. Meanwhile another mentioned that her long awaited dream pairing has finally happened.

Moreover, one fan is already anticipating Bo Gum and So Hyun’s arguments in the drama. “Can’t wait to watch Kim So Hyun and Park Bo Gum’s bickering. It will be so fun,” she wrote. 

Although there are no specific details about it yet, Good Boy is expected to premiere in the second half of 2024. Stay tuned for more updates!

Featured image: Park Bo Gum and Kim So Hyun will headline the drama ‘Good Boy.’ Credit: Twitter/Korean Updates

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