Byeon Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon Achieve Dual Success After 'Lovely Runner'

Following the conclusion of the drama 'Lovely Runner,' both Byeon Woo-seok and Kim Hye-yoon are garnering attention for their successful careers in their respective fields. While it is often perceived as challenging for two lead actors from the same project to achieve simultaneous success, they have both exceeded public expectations through distinct strategies. This is attributed to their acting prowess and project choices, building upon the popularity gained from 'Lovely Runner.'

Kim Hye-yoon transitioned from her romantic comedy image to become a 'horror queen' with the film 'Salmokji,' a horror thriller. 'Salmokji' surpassed 2 million viewers, significantly exceeding its break-even point, and held the top spot at the box office for 20 consecutive days, marking a commercial success. In contrast, Byeon Woo-seok maintained his romantic comedy genre, strengthening his 'rom-com king' status with the drama '21st Century Grand Princess,' where he portrayed a character with a royal setting, boosting viewership from 7% to 11%. This drama also achieved global number one status within five days of its release, confirming his international popularity.

Bloggers emphasize that both Kim Hye-yoon's genre expansion and Byeon Woo-seok's character enhancement strategies share a common foundation in their acting skills. To commemorate the second anniversary of 'Lovely Runner,' tvN released unreleased cuts and videos, sparking a renewed binge-watching trend among fans. The success of both actors is positively evaluated as they are not merely 'one-hit wonders' but are solidifying their positions by broadening their acting spectrums.