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Pink Villa
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Lee Jun Young's Pump Up the Healthy Love ending explained: Did Hyeon Joong and Mi Ran finally date? Find out
Pump Up the Healthy Love is a South Korean romantic comedy drama starring Lee Jun Young and Jung Eunji as leads. Having premiered on April 30, the 12-episode weekly drama concluded on a happy note with the airing of its final episodes on June 4 and 5. Read to know what all went down in the last week of the series, including whether the leads were able to clear their misunderstandings and ended up dating. Did Hyeon Joong and Mi Ran finally confess their feelings for each other? Fitness trainer Do Hyeon Joong (Lee Jun Young) found himself torn between indulging in his craving for tteokbokki and sticking to his healthy eating habits. Due to that, his relationship with Lee Mi Ran (Jung Eunji) got strained. How? Because Mi Ran, known for being a big foodie, often invited Hyeon Joong to have tteokbokki with her and knowing that he would not be able to resist the temptation, he not just rejected her offer but also started avoiding her. As she found him having the delicacy alone in a diner, she thought that he deliberately avoided her as he lost interest in her. However, later, he confessed the truth regarding the matter to her and also accepted having fallen for her. The two then ended up dating. What happened to Hyeon Joong's gym? Hyeon Joong's gym faced a lot of problems including water leakage, which led to subsequent financial draining. In the meantime, Hyeon Joong also ended up hurting himself while lighting a gym equipment, leading to more unexpected expenditures. He initially sold some of his gym equipment, but apparently that wasn't enough and he had to sell the entire gym. Following that, his daily routine consisted of working in an office from 9 to 5 and handling domestic duties. Did the supporting cast receive happy endings? Lee Ji Ran (Lee Da Eun), who tried dating others, realised that she wouldn't be able to be happy without anyone other than Kang Dan (Lee Sang Jin). She decided to patch up with him and the two of them had a dramatic reunion. Gym building owners Rosa (Lee Mi Do) and Roy (Kim Kwon) also confessed their feelings for each other, leading to the formation of another couple.
Pink Villa
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Weak Hero Class 2 star Lee Jun Young cast in new rom-com series Who Are You opposite Cha Joo Young, REPORT
Riding the wave of his recent hits, Lee Jun Young is all set to lead the upcoming romantic comedy Who Are You, with Cha Joo Young strongly in the running as his co-star. On June 2, Hankook Ilbo confirmed that Lee Jun Young has locked in this project as his next move, aiming to keep the momentum going after standout roles in Dreaming of a Freaking Fairy Tale (2024) and the intense Weak Hero Class 2 (2025). Lee Jun Young was also seen in Pump Up the Healthy Love (2025). Now, after the success of these dramas, there is no stopping Lee Jun Young. About Who Are You: The drama centers on Lee Tae Joo, a mysterious black agent battling memory loss, and Yoo Ah Rin, a beloved national fairy nursing a broken heart. Together, they embark on a journey to reclaim their lost memories and hopefully find love in the process. Lee Jun Young steps into the role of Lee Tae Joo, while Cha Joo Young is poised to bring Yoo Ah Rin to life, raising big expectations for their on-screen chemistry. At the helm is director Myung Hyun Woo, known for Channel A's Check In Hanyang, promising a fresh, vibrant touch to this romantic tale. While the exact release date for Who Are You remains under wraps, the drama is set to hit screens next year. About Lee Jun Young: Lee Jun Young's journey began as a member of the boy group U KISS in 2014 before making his acting debut with tvN's Avengers Social Club in 2017. Since then, he has built a versatile portfolio across genres, starring in dramas like Goodbye to Goodbye, Good Casting, DP, and Mask Girl, alongside films such as Moral Sense and The Wild West. Lee Jun Young's 2025 Successful Series List: This year alone, he has been turning heads worldwide with projects like Netflix's Melo Movie, When Life Gives You Tangerines, where his heartfelt chemistry with IU won praise, and Weak Hero Class 2. Currently, viewers can catch his latest work on KBS2's 24 Hour Health Club. An idol-turned-actor, Lee Jun Young has made his mark in series — now it's his time to shine.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Weak Hero Class 2 villain, real-life hero: Lee Jun Young caught drunk driver, stopped hit-and-run but rejected Model Citizen Award
Lee Jun Young is on a roll this year. First, he stole the spotlight in When Life Gives You Tangerines, where his role as Park Yeong Beom was appreciated for adding charm and emotional range to the IU and Park Bo Gum starrer Netflix hit. Then he completely flipped the script with his intense role as Geum Seong Je in Weak Hero Class 2, playing the sharp and cold right-hand man to the main villain Baek Jin (played by Bae Na Ra). Now, he's lightening things up as the lead in the romantic comedy Pump Up the Healthy Love, showing fans yet another side of himself. And just when people thought he couldn't be more versatile, a story about something he did in real life started going viral, and it's the kind of story that makes you look at someone differently. It turns out Lee Jun Young once chased down a drunk driver and handed him over to the police. His quick thinking and courage had people calling him a "model citizen," and the police even offered him an official Model Citizen Award. But on a recent episode of KBS's Problem Child in House, he explained why he turned the award down. Why did Lee Jun Young turn down the Model Citizen award? When host Kim Sook praised him for his bravery, Lee Jun Young didn't try to play the hero. He said he didn't see it as some grand act of duty. He said, "It wasn't out of a sense of duty. I saw a car swerving in front of me while I was driving and reported it. The police asked, 'Would you be able to follow the car?' so I did. 'It just didn't feel right to accept it,' he admitted. 'I don't think of myself as a model citizen. I just wanted to do the right thing and be cool about it, that's all.' More stories of Lee Jung Young being a good Samaritan And apparently, that wasn't even the only time he stepped in to do something good. The episode also revealed that he once stopped a hit-and-run from happening. Lee shared the story casually, explaining that he was out having drinks with a friend at an outdoor table when a car clipped his friend. 'It wasn't a hard hit,' he said. 'Their clothes got caught on the side mirror, and they fell, but the driver just kept going.' Without hesitation, Lee chased after the car and made the driver stop. The driver claimed they hadn't noticed, but Lee made sure they were held accountable. When fellow host Hong Jin Kyung asked if he finds it hard to ignore injustice, Lee reflected, 'I think I was fearless when I was younger. I didn't think about what might happen next. If something felt wrong, I'd act on instinct.' Lee Jun Young wins praise for his role in Weak Hero Class 2 Lee Jun Young is earning praise for his performance in Weak Hero Class 2, with many fans speculating that his character, Seong Je, could take on a bigger role if the series returns. In the post-credits scene, he's shown meeting gangster boss CEO Choi, who appears ready to offer him the position of right-hand man following Baek Jin's death. For all the latest K-drama, K-pop, and Hallyuwood updates, keep following our coverage here.
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actor Park Bo Gum Playfully Recalls an Incident with Co-star Lee Jun Young: Find Out Why He Felt ‘A Little Hurt'
The K-drama ' When Life Gives You Tangerines ' has captured both national and international audiences since its premiere, quickly becoming a major success. Among its highlights is Park Bo Gum's charming performance as the young 'Yang Gwan Sik', which has won widespread praise. Recently, during an episode of his late-night music show 'The Seasons', Park Bo Gum shared a lighthearted yet memorable story involving his co-star Lee Jun Young — and why it left him feeling 'a little hurt.' Park Bo Gum Welcomes Lee Jun Young on 'The Seasons' To promote their new project ' Pump Up the Healthy Love ', Park Bo Gum invited co-star Lee Jun Young and actress Jung Eun Ji to appear on 'The Seasons – Park Bo Gum's Cantabile'. The trio quickly warmed up the atmosphere, reflecting on their early days as K-pop idols and sharing candid memories, as reported by TenAsia. A Playful Confession About a Missed Message During the lively conversation, Park Bo Gum opened up about a small but unforgettable incident with Lee Jun Young. While recalling their time filming the show ' My Name Is Gabriel ', Bo Gum noted that although they worked on the same project, they didn't share any overlapping scenes — something he found disappointing. He recounted, 'We met twice, once at the wrap party and once at the script reading. I remember exchanging numbers. I sent a message saying, 'It was nice meeting you,' but I never got a reply.' Though Bo Gum shared the story playfully, he admitted feeling slightly hurt by the lack of response. However, he was quick to add his gratitude for Jun Young's appearance on his show, softening the moment with humor. Bo Gum continued, laughing, 'I thought maybe I had the wrong number, but after our meeting yesterday, I realised the number was correct. I was a little hurt, but you must have been busy. I should've knocked more, maybe even called and said, 'It's me.'' Lee Jun Young Left Flustered Lee Jun Young was visibly flustered by the revelation and struggled to defend himself. The situation became even more humorous when Jung Eun Ji chimed in, sharing her own experience: she too had sent Jun Young a message that went unanswered. Trying to explain himself, Jun Young laughed and confessed that he rarely checks his messages. He further revealed that he currently has over 999 unread texts from various people on his phone — a habit that left both his co-stars and the audience in stitches.
Indian Express
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Park Bo Gum reveals he got ghosted by IU's on-screen lover after Tangerines wrap-up: ‘I texted… but no reply'
From Park Bo Gum joking about being ghosted by his co-star, to Chae Seo An quietly grinding through seven part-time jobs even after delivering the mega hit, and Park Hae Joon getting all introspective about playing the 'perfect husband,' When Life Gives You Tangerines might've wrapped, but the stories spilling out after the cameras stopped rolling are as exciting as the plot. Park Bo Gum on getting ghosted by Lee Jun Young On April 25, Park Bo Gum turned host for KBS2TV's The Seasons: Park Bo Gum's Cantabile. He was joined by guests that night, Jeong Eun Ji and Lee Jun Young (both idol-turned-actors). For the night's theme, 'Youth Record,' Eun Ji delivered an electrifying performance, flaunting her knack for hitting high notes, while the other two bonded over banter, confessions, and a bit of industry gossip. But what really gave the audience a good laugh was Bo Gum's unexpected confession. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Also read: IU and Park Bo Gum react to their 'awkward' kiss in Netflix's When Life Gives You Tangerines, reveal 13-year friendship During the event, the Reply 1988 star brought up how he had exchanged numbers with Lee Jun Young (the actor who played the role of Young Beom) during the script reading and wrap-up party for their Netflix drama When Life Gives You Tangerines. With the most innocent expression, Bo-gum said: 'We exchanged numbers, and I sent him a message… but he never replied.' Lee was caught off guard. He scrambled to explain himself, but the audience was already playfully booing him. The video has since gone viral on Naver and X. In the show, Lee's character Young Beom, plays the love interest of IU's character, Yang Geum Myung, when she enrols in Seoul National University. After years of being in an on-again, off-again relationship, the couple doesn't get their happy ending. Young Beom marries a girl chosen by Geum-myung's mother, and a time jump follows, revealing Geum-myung finding happiness with Kim Seon Ho's character. Despite his supporting role, fans loved Lee Jun Young's performance and even rooted for their love story. Chae Seo An's struggle post-filming: 'I was working 7 jobs' While the drama might've been a hit, not everything was sunshine for every cast member involved. One of them is Chae Seo An, who played the role of Yeong Ran (aka Hak's wife). In a recent interview with Harper's BAZAAR Korea, An revealed, she 'worked at a rice cake factory, a cookie factory, an electronics factory, a research facility under a major company, in card terminal manufacturing, door lock production, and assembling PVC/electronic outlets,' until recently she was 'part of a CCTV quality control team.' According to her, post Tangerines, her agency situation was in flux, and there was no clear direction. So what did she do? Chae debuted in 2021 and had earlier appeared in projects like The Witch: Part 2, Moonshine, and Pale Moon. Park Hae Joon reveals how his 'green flag' role changed him Park Hae Joon, who played the older version of Park Bo Gum's character Gwan Sik in the show, revealed in an interview with The Korea Times how playing a character like Gwan Sik, who was a 'walking green forest,' changed him in real life. It made him take a hard look at his own personality. Comparing this role to his previous one, where he played an adulterer in The World of the Married, he shared, 'Gwan Sik made me reflect on my own life. I even questioned whether I deserved to play such a good man.' Park mentioned that after filming, he'd go home, look at his wife, and feel a renewed desire to be better.
