Kang Hoon, the talented South Korean actor, known for his role in the timeslip romance A Time Called You, is set to captivate audiences once again in the upcoming romantic K-drama Dear Hyeri. He stars alongside Shin Hye Sun and Lee Jin Wook in this much-anticipated drama. Recently, new stills released by ENA showcase Kang Hoon’s transformation into a charming news announcer, who becomes entangled with one of the personalities of Shin Hye Sun’s character.

Kang Hoon’s Character in Dear Hyeri

On August 26, 2024, ENA revealed fresh stills of Kang Hoon, who takes on the role of Kang Joo Yeon in Dear Hyeri. Kang Joo Yeon is depicted as a charismatic man who, despite being a graduate of the Korean Military Academy, chooses to pursue a career as a news announcer. This decision is deeply rooted in his desire to honor his late brother’s dream. The character is portrayed as having no dating experience, largely due to his background in all-boys institutions throughout his education.

Kang Hoon’s Look as Kang Joo Yeon

The first still captures Kang Joo Yeon in his professional element, exuding charm and sophistication as a news announcer. Dressed in a sharp, flawless suit, his appearance is pristine, reflecting his perfectionist nature. The image highlights his serious demeanor and his commitment to his new role, hinting at his aversion to imperfections.

In contrast, the second still portrays Kang Joo Yeon with a more intense, serious expression, wearing a sharp black suit and tie. His cold, composed image leaves viewers eager to see how his character will interact with Shin Hye Sun’s Joo Hyeri, particularly her fun-loving side.

Juxtaposition of Kang Hoon’s Two Sides

Adding a layer of mystery, other stills reveal Kang Hoon smiling brightly, dressed in a military uniform, seemingly on his graduation day. These images present a stark contrast to his news announcer persona, showing a younger, happier version of Kang Joo Yeon as a military academy student. One still even features him posing with his family, further emphasizing the difference between his past and present.

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About Dear Hyeri

Dear Hyeri is set to premiere on ENA on September 23, 2024, at 10 PM KST (6:30 PM IST). The drama follows the story of Joo Eun Ho (played by Shin Hye Sun), who suffers from dissociative identity disorder after her younger sibling goes missing and she breaks up with her long-time boyfriend, Jung Hyun Oh.

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