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RIIZE’s Anton Finally Meets Lookalike Actor Byeon Woo Seok

Actor Byeon Woo Seok expressed his admiration for the K-pop group RIIZE during the 2023 MAMA Awards, where he served as a special MC. Byeon, who is known for his role in “Record of Youth”, openly shared his desire to meet RIIZE on stage during the awards ceremony. His wish came true, as he not only reunited with his “Record of Youth” co-star Park Bo Gum but also had the opportunity to meet RIIZE backstage.

Byeon Woo Seok Finally Meets RIIZE

Taking to his official Instagram account, the actor shared selfies with Anton and the other members of RIIZE, captioning the photos with “got my wish!” The actor’s excitement and connection with the group resonated with fans, leading to positive reactions and suggestions that Byeon Woo Seok could seamlessly blend into the group. Fans even playfully suggested that he resembled Anton to the extent that he could be considered the “localized” version of the RIIZE member.

RIIZE, currently promoting with six members—Shotaro, Eunseok, Sungchan, Wonbin, Sohee, and Anton—gained attention for their music and performances. However, the group faced challenges when member Seunghan took an indefinite hiatus due to controversies surrounding past behaviors. This hiatus followed revelations about Seunghan’s actions, including alleged dominance over fellow idol trainees and negative behavior during Instagram Live sessions.

Byeon Woo Seok, in addition to his support for RIIZE, is actively involved in the drama “Strong Girl Nam Soon,” where he portrays Ryu Shi-oh, the CEO of the distribution and sales company Doogo. The actor’s ability to seamlessly navigate between the acting and K-pop worlds further solidifies his standing as a versatile and popular figure in the entertainment industry.

The interaction between Byeon Woo Seok and RIIZE not only delighted fans but also showcased the camaraderie and connections that can emerge within the entertainment industry. Such moments of mutual admiration and support contribute to the positive atmosphere surrounding both the acting and music realms, creating memorable experiences for both celebrities and their audiences.

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Park Hyung Sik And Park Bo Young Reunite For ‘Strong Girl Namsoon’ Cameo

Park Hyung Sik and Park Bo Young have officially reunited! The stars of the beloved drama “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon” have reunited on screen after a six-year hiatus for the spin-off series “Strong Girl Namsoon.” This comedic spin-off delves into the lives of three generations of extraordinarily strong women as they investigate drug-related crimes in the Gangnam area.

‘Strong Woman Do Bong Soon’ Stars Reunite After Six Years for ‘Strong Girl Nam Soon’

Newly released stills from the show have reignited excitement among fans as Park Hyung Sik, who played Ahn Min Hyuk in the original series, joins forces with Do Bong Soon, played by Park Bo Young. In the stills, Do Bong Soon is seen being investigated at a police station for unspecified reasons. In a surprising turn of events, Ahn Min Hyuk bursts into the police station in disbelief. Their encounter with Gil Joong Gan, the maternal grandmother of the new series’ lead character, Gang Nam Soon, piques the viewers’ curiosity. Gil Joong Gan’s entrance is marked by her commanding presence and regal aura.

In “Strong Girl Namsoon”, Lee Yoo Mi portrays Gang Nam Soon, Do Bong Soon’s quirky and energetic second cousin, who possesses remarkable strength and has traveled from Mongolia in search of her parents. Kim Jung Eun takes on the role of Gang Nam Soon’s mother Hwang Geum Joo, a wealthy figure in Gangnam with a strong commitment to justice. Finally, Kim Hae Sook embodies the character of Gil Joong Gan, Gang Nam Soon’s maternal grandmother and a revered figure in the Majang neighborhood.

Fans can look forward to the next episode of “Strong Girl Namsoon,” which is scheduled to air on October 14 at 10:30 p.m. KST. The reunion of these beloved characters from “Strong Woman Do Bong Soon” has generated significant anticipation for this new chapter in their lives.

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ITZY Confirms First Drama OST for tvN’s ‘Strong Girl Nam Soon’

ITZY is set to make a significant contribution to the upcoming South Korean drama “Strong Girl Nam Soon” with their first-ever drama OST as a group, titled “Superpowers.”

ITZY Joins “Strong Girl Nam Soon” OST Lineup

Scheduled for release on October 8 at 6 PM KST, “Superpowers” serves as part of the OST for tvN’s new Sat-Sun drama, “Strong Girl Nam Soon.” The track promises to be an upbeat and energetic dance number that perfectly encapsulates the impressive strength and spirited personality of the main character, Kang Nam Soon.

“Strong Girl Nam Soon” is an eagerly anticipated television series featuring a star-studded cast, including Lee Yoo-mi in the title role. The drama is a spin-off of the popular 2017 series “Strong Girl Bong-soon.” This time, the story follows Gang Nam-soon, who is revealed to be the cousin of Do Bong-soon (Park Bo-young) from the original series.

Nam-soon, like her cousin, is gifted with extraordinary superhuman strength, which she inherited from her mother and grandmother. The series explores her journey as she navigates her life with this unique ability, promising an entertaining and action-packed storyline.

ITZY’s “Superpowers” is set to enhance the drama’s narrative by providing a captivating and fitting theme song for Kang Nam Soon, who possesses exceptional abilities similar to those of Do Bong-soon. The collaboration between ITZY and “Strong Girl Nam Soon” is eagerly awaited by fans, as it marks the group’s first venture into drama OSTs, adding to their ever-expanding musical portfolio. With their empowering music and catchy tunes, ITZY is sure to amplify the excitement and energy of the drama’s storyline and characters, making “Superpowers” a highly anticipated release.

In related news, ITZY was scheduled to perform the highly anticipated Superpop 2023. However, the event was cancelled after a portion of the stage collapsed just a few days before the concert. Nine out of the thirteen workers present were injured during the accident.

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Lee Yoo Mi, Ong Seong Wu to Star in ‘Strong Woman Do Bong Soon’ Spin-off

Ong Seong Wu and Lee Yoo Mi will team up for the 'Strong Girl Nam Soon' series. Credit: Instagram/JTBC Drama

Rejoice, Strong Woman Do Bong Soon fans! The popular 2017 drama is finally getting a spin-off, this time starring Lee Yoo Mi and Ong Seong Wu.

Titled Strong Girl Nam Soon, the comedy-drama will tell the story of Yoo Mi’s character Gang Nam Soon, a bubbly and free-spirited girl with superhuman strength. From Mongolia, Nam Soon flies all the way to Korea to look for her real family. But she ends up getting entangled in a drug investigation case which puts her skills to the test.

Then, Nam Soon encounters Gang Hee Shik. Played by Ong Seong Wu, Hee Shik is an upright young detective who carries out his duty to chase down drug dealers. The two become partners in solving crimes later on.

Interestingly, Nam Soon will be joined by her mother Geum Joo and grandmother Joong Gan. It was also revealed that Nam Soon is Bong Soon’s distant cousin. 

In the original series, it was unveiled that their inherited power is only passed down to the women in the family. For the upcoming spin-off, the three generations will now team up to bring down the enemies. 

In the teaser released by Netflix, the women are seen easily pummeling guys into the ground. “The women of this family are formidably strong. Their strength is indeterminable.”, the narration said.

More about Yoo Mi and Seong Wu

Following the success of the original series led by Park Bo Young and Park Hyung Sik, K-Drama fans are eager to see the spin-off with new and fresh lead characters.

First is actress Lee Yoo Mi who stars as the main female lead. She has previously gained recognition in the global hit drama Squid Game.There, she became the first Korean actress to win the Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series award in the Creative Arts Emmy Awards for her appearance as Ji Yeong.

Meanwhile, the drama’s male lead is singer-actor Ong Seong Wu, who is widely known as a former member of the boy group Wanna One. Strong Girl Nam Soon is Seong Wu’s first lead in a drama after two years. His most recent drama was Would You Like a Cup of Coffee? in 2021.

When asked about the duo’s experience working together for the first time, Lee Yoo Mi spoke highly of her co-star. “I’m shy so it takes me time to get close to people, but I became friendly and comfortable with Ong Seong Wu instantly,” she said.

The actress further stated:  “On a filming set that could be physically tiring, we joked around a lot. So we developed quite a strong bond.” She added: “We were able to act together with great teamwork up until the end.”

Moreover, the lead stars have shown a sneak peek of their chemistry in a couple of stills released by JTBC. 

Strong Girl Nam Soon will premiere on October 7, via JTBC and Netflix.

Featured image: Ong Seong Wu and Lee Yoo Mi will team up for the ‘Strong Girl Nam Soon’ series. Credit: Instagram/JTBC Drama

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