Byeon Woo Seok Thanks Kim Hye Yoon for Helping Him Become Sun Jae in “Lovely Runner”

Popular actor Byeon Woo Seok recently appeared on the variety show “You Quiz on the Block” and expressed his sincere gratitude to his co-star Kim Hye Yoon. The two actors are currently captivating audiences with their sizzling chemistry in the hit tvN drama “Lovely Runner.”

Hye Yoon’s Energy Brought Out the Best in Sun Jae

During the show, Byeon Woo Seok revealed that Kim Hye Yoon’s genuine emotions on set significantly impacted his performance. He stated that her acting helped him portray the character of Sun Jae with greater depth and effectiveness. “[Kim Hye Yoon’s] energy you gave me during the filming… I learnt a lot & I think that’s why I could do Sun Jae better,” Byeon Woo Seok said in a heartfelt message to his co-star.

Sweet Support on Set

The camaraderie between the two actors went beyond just on-screen chemistry. Byeon Woo Seok also shared a heartwarming anecdote about how Kim Hye Yoon looked after him during filming. He confessed that as filming progressed, his energy levels dipped, and he even got teased for being a “weakling.” However, Kim Hye Yoon came to the rescue, bringing him snacks and jellies every day to keep his energy up.

This thoughtful gesture was further emphasized by a sweet video message Byeon Woo Seok left for Kim Hye Yoon. “Hyeyoon-ah, no Hyeyoon-ssi! If you want to eat anything, just call me anytime, I will buy it for you. Thank you so much,” he said, expressing his gratitude for her support and friendship.

"hyeyoon-ah, no hyeyoon-ssi! the energy you gave me during the filming or the attitude you gave me, i learnt a lot & i think that's why i could do sunjae better. if you want to eat anything, just call me anytime, i will buy it for you. thank you so much" pic.twitter.com/dsi3kv9Jpc

— liy 🏃🏻‍♀️ (@chaedaely) May 22, 2024

Omooo both of kim jiwon and kim hyeyoon (my faves) are snack fairy 🥺🥺🥺🥺💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕 that's my girls pic.twitter.com/ptX9PZwWBF

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Shared Struggles, Deeper Connection

The interview also delved into the strong bond between the lead actors. Host Jo Se Ho asked Byeon Woo Seok if their shared hardships on set played a role in their on-screen connection. The actor confirmed this, revealing that enduring challenges together indeed strengthened their bond and helped them tap into the emotions of their characters.

wooseok: "I remember what hyeyoon said to me back then, she was like 'I might not go to the military but is this the feeling of comradeship?' so i think I feel a deeper emotion because of that"

seho: "since you both went through hardship together?"

wooseok: "that's true" pic.twitter.com/U9wOhFAzTI

— ☘️ (@rainsketches) May 22, 2024

Seoljae Couple Steals Hearts

This undeniable chemistry between Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon has translated beautifully onto the screen. The actors, fondly nicknamed the “Seoljae couple” after their characters Sol and Sun Jae, have captivated audiences with their performances.

Lovely Runner: More Than Just a Time-Slip Romance

“Lovely Runner” is a captivating time-slip romance drama that goes beyond the typical genre tropes. It tells the heartwarming story of Im Sol (Kim Hye Yoon), who travels back in time to save her favorite K-pop idol, Ryu Sun Jae (Byeon Woo Seok).

The drama offers not just a swoon-worthy romance but also explores themes of overcoming fears and defying destiny. It’s a touching love story with a dash of hope, keeping viewers glued to their screens every week.