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Pink Villa
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Lovely Runner's Byeon Woo Seok explains nickname 'Monday sickness cure,' reveals current favorite K-pop songs
The name Byeon Woo Seok is enough to make any K-drama fan smile. And when his name comes up, there's no doubt that Sun Jae instantly comes to mind. While the actor is currently focused on new projects and the next chapter in his career, the impact of Lovely Runner, which aired in 2024, hasn't faded. Sun Jae lives on, firmly etched in the hearts of audiences. Recently, Byeon Woo Seok was present at the Asia Star Entertainer Awards (ASEA) 2025, held in Japan on May 28–29. Even though he won 3 awards, his nickname interview stole the show. What Is Byeon Woo Seok's Nickname? During a fun on-stage moment with the MC at ASEA, Byeon Woo Seok was asked if he had any fan-given nicknames. With that signature smile, he admitted he's got quite a few—and yes, they're all adorable. But one nickname in particular stood out as his personal favorite: 'Monday Sickness Cure.' Well, he gave a valid logic behind it. Why 'Monday Sickness Cure' Just Makes Sense? Let's be real—Mondays are universally known for being a drag. The weekend's over, the to-do list is back, and the vibe is… meh. But for fans, Byeon Woo Seok flips that script. His presence feels like a mood boost, a mental reset button, and just the kind of energy needed to kick off the week right. In his words, Monday should feel happy—that's what matters most. And if his fans think he's the walking cure for those Monday blues? That's the kind of wholesome energy he hopes to keep giving. Byeon did share what he's been listening to lately, reveals he is listening to End Of The Day by RIIZE, glancing at the group sitting beside him. He also added that he's currently into (G)I-DLE's Good Things. His playlists are as balanced as his performances. Whether it's curing Monday blues or casually flexing his music taste, Byeon Woo Seok continues to charm without even trying. And of course, the night wasn't just about nicknames and playlists—Byeon Woo Seok swept the stage with three major wins at ASEA 2025: Best Artist (Actor) – for Lovely Runner Fan Choice Artist (Actor) – for Lovely Runner Best OST – for Eclipse, featured in Lovely Runner Byeon Woo Seok's star power shows no signs of slowing down. From earning thoughtful nicknames to collecting top awards, he's leaving a lasting mark—on screen, on stage, and in the hearts of fans everywhere.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Byeon Woo-Seok's agency warns fans of fraudulent international event scams
26 Mar - Byeon Woo-Seok's rep has recently released a statement warning fans to not fall victim to any deception concerning the actor's supposed overseas events. On 24 March, Varo Entertainment posted the warning, saying that there have been incidents where some parties have claimed that they hold agent rights for Byeon's international fan meetings and tried to profit from it. "We have not granted any exclusive rights or signed any agent contracts with third parties concerning Byeon Woo-seok's fan meetings or related events. We ask for special caution to avoid involvement in or damage from any illegal activities falsely conducted under the guise of an agreement with our company," the company said, according to Korea Times. Byeon rose to stardom last year through the hit tvN drama "Lovely Runner", sparking the "Sun Jae" fever around the globe. He had since held fan meetings in major Asian cities including Bangkok, Seoul, Hong Kong and Taipei, cementing his growing popularity across the world. At the same time, the actor also started to endorse multiple brands including LG, Giordano, Prada and Cartier. His new drama, "Wife of a 21st century Prince" co-starring IU will be aired in the second half of this year. (Photo Source: Byeon Woo-Seok IG)
