On the 22nd of May on the show “You Quiz on the Block” aired on tvN, Byun Woo-seok praised his co-star Kim Hye-yoon for the chemistry and teamwork they shared in the hit drama “Lovely Runner.” Byun played a significant role as Ryu Seon-jae in the series, capturing the hearts of audiences.
Byun Woo-seok spoke about the shifts in his fame and recognition since his performance in “Lovely Runner.” He reflected on his conversations with his CEO, sharing, “Even my CEO is now calling me Seon-jae, like ‘Seon-jae ah, where are you?’, ‘Seon-jae ah, have you eaten?’, ‘Seon-jae ah, I love you’, etc.”
Highlighting his main role in “Lovely Runner,” Byun Woo-seok commented on the drama’s success, saying, “I did my best hoping that the drama would do well. It’s actually more successful than I imagined. Thank you so much.”
He had high praise for actress Kim Hye-yoon, who portrayed Im Sol in the drama. Byun said, “Her acting is so good. Without Hye-yoon, I wouldn’t have been able to express Seon-jae’s feelings this much. The emotions I showed on the filming set came to me naturally. I fell in love with Seon-jae myself and tried to do better,” further adding, “I could see her energy while filming but the more she acted, her energy also decreased. Whenever I saw Hye-yoon ran out of energy, I would give her snacks or jelly to recharge some sugar.”
Byun also recalled the challenging filming conditions, stating, “The background of the drama is summer, but we filmed in winter. It was very cold to touch water and we breathed out smoke when going outside. We had to drink cold water to get rid of the smoke. Whenever Hye-yoon and I looked at each other, we gained energy to work harder,” and recalling Kim Hye-yoon’s words about understanding the meaning of comradeship similar to the military.
In a touching bonus video, Byun Woo-seok expressed his deep gratitude towards his colleague, saying, “Hye-yoon ah, I learned a lot from the energy you gave me during the filming and your acting attitude on the set. Thanks to you, I was able to complete the role Seon-jae well. Call me anytime if you want to eat something delicious. I’ll buy it for you. Thank true,” he said.
Source: daum
FAQ about Byun Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon in “Lovely Runner”
- What role did Byun Woo-seok play in “Lovely Runner”?
He played the character Ryu Seon-jae. - How has Byun Woo-seok’s popularity changed since the drama?
His popularity has increased significantly, with even his CEO affectionately calling him by his character’s name, Seon-jae. - What did Byun Woo-seok say about Kim Hye-yoon’s acting?
He praised her acting skills and credited her for helping him better express his character’s feelings. - How did Byun Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon cope with the challenging filming conditions?
Despite filming in winter and dealing with cold, they supported each other to keep their energy up for the scenes. - Where can I find the original source of the interview?
The source of the interview is available on Daum, a South Korean web portal.
Conclusion
The bond and camaraderie shared by Byun Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon during the filming of “Lovely Runner” have been integral both on-screen and behind the scenes. Byun’s heartfelt acknowledgment of Kim Hye-yoon’s contribution to his portrayal of Ryu Seon-jae highlights the significance of supportive co-stars in bringing a drama to life. Their collective efforts and dedication to their roles have contributed to the drama’s success, leaving a lasting impression on their fans and followers.