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Pink Villa
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Park Ji Hoon reveals what made him cry while watching Weak Hero Class 2: ‘Yeon Si Eun made me…'
Park Ji Hoon's performance in Weak Hero Class 2 is nothing short of powerful — it's what makes the show hit so hard. As Yeon Si Eun, he doesn't just play a top student and fighter; he brings to life a boy carrying deep pain, hope, and vulnerability all at once. Weak Hero Class 2 pulls back the curtain to show us the emotional battles Yeon Si Eun (played by Park Ji Hoon) faces within himself. The stoic kid who always stood strong against violence is now confronting his fears, regrets, and the pressure of protecting those he cares about. During an interview with Daum, Park Ji Hoon was asked if he shared tears when the Weak Hero Class 2 cast watched the series. The Moon & Back singer turned actor shares some interesting information. "I haven't fully let go of Yeon Si Eun yet; he's still in my heart. I cried because I was relieved to see Yeon Si Eun smile. Unlike the rage-filled ending of Weak Hero Class 1, Weak Hero Class 2 gave me a sense of relief. I felt the cast and crew's shared goal, and as someone who played Yeon Si Eun, I felt both pity and hope for his growth." He adds, "Those complex emotions brought tears. Watching Weak Hero Class 1 again after Weak Hero Class 2's release still makes me emotional. Playing Yeon Si Eun has impacted me deeply." So when Yeon Si Eun finally breaks down in tears, it's not just a dramatic moment — it's a breakthrough that feels real and raw. Those moments where Yeon Si Eun cries brought a sense of relief, a stark contrast to the raw anger that closed Season 1. For Park Ji Hoon, those tears were more than acting, they were the embodiment of Yeon Si Eun's journey, a character who left a real mark on him. The story of Weak Hero Class 2 revolves around a student haunted by a past failure: standing up for a friend and losing. This trauma shapes the challenges Yeon Si Eun faces at Eunjang High, making his tears even more powerful. They're not just sadness — they're a symbol of a boy who refuses to lose again, balancing pain, friendship, and hope all at once.
Tatler Asia
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
The breakout stars of ‘Weak Hero Class': Meet the next generation of K-drama talent
Choi Hyun-wook as Ahn Su-ho Above You can catch Choi Hyun-wook in the K-drama 'My Dearest Nemesis'. (Photo: IMDb) Choi Hyun-wook is one of South Korea's fastest rising young stars, first making his mark as Na Woo-chan in the heartwarming sports K-drama Racket Boys , and later stealing hearts as the charming second lead in the hit coming-of-age series Twenty Five Twenty One . In Weak Hero Class 1 , he plays Ahn Su-ho, an underachieving but physically formidable student at Byeoksan High School who befriends Si-eun and Beom-seok and protects them from bullies. Choi Hyun-wook's natural charisma is what makes Su-ho such a beloved character and his fate in Season 1 all the more tragic. In his role as Shin A-hwi in D.P. Season 2, he proved his range by playing a psychologically troubled young soldier who loses his moral compass. As one of the young leads in Twinkling Watermelon , he once again exuded the lovable boyish charm he has become known for, and cemented his reputation as an actor to watch. His most recent role, before returning as Su-ho in Weak Hero Class 2 , saw him paired with Moon Ga-young in the romantic comedy My Dearest Nemesis . Hong Kyung as Oh Beom-seok Above Hong Kyung plays the complex Beom-seok. (Photo: IMDb) Hong Kyung's portrayal of Oh Beom-seok, who goes from bullied and withdrawn to conflicted and dangerous in Weak Hero Class 1, is layered and haunting. Once part of Si-eun and Su-ho's inner circle, his desperate need for acceptance and belonging slowly leads him down the dark path of betrayal and revenge. It's to Hong Kyung's credit that he plays Beom-seok's downward spiral with nuance, making the character both menacing and tragic, unforgivable and sympathetic. This is not surprising given he's won the Baeksang for Best New Actor for his portrayal of a young man with autism in the movie Innocence . Don't miss: Baeksang Arts Awards 2025: Winners, history and why it's Korea's most prestigious night Cha Woo-min as Kang Woo-young Above Cha Woo-min has appeared in three K-dramas in 2025 so far. (Photo: screencap from 'Weak Hero Class 1', Netflix) Another young actor who is steadily making a name for himself is Cha Woo-min. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, he has starred in three back-to-back-to-back K-dramas— Study Group , Melo Movie and Buried Hearts . In Weak Hero Class 1 , he plays Kang Woo-young, a young MMA fighter harbouring a deep grudge against rival Su-ho. While not a central character, his role is significant and pivotal in driving the story forward and ultimately contributes to the season's gripping cliffhanger. Having also played antagonists in Study Group and Buried Hearts , fans are eager to see him branch out to playing lead roles in future K-dramas. Don't miss: 6 cliffhangers that make K-drama viewers impatient for the second season of 'Study Group' Ryeoun as Park Hu-min/Baku Above Ryeoun stars as the formidable Baku. (Photo: IMDb) Physically imposing and impossibly strong, yet jolly and good-natured, Ryeoun's Baku keeps everyone at Eunjang High in check in Weak Hero Class 2 . He is the school's walking anti-bullying campaign. Alongside his varsity pal Go Hyeon-tak, he becomes an unexpected ally and friend to Si-eun. The role is a far cry from the K-drama characters Ryeoun is best known for, such as the sensitive, angsty teen in 18 Again , or the artistic and introspective Ha Eun-gyeol in Twinkling Watermelon , further showcasing his range and potential as an actor. You can also catch him in Death's Game , Namib and A History of Losers . Choi Min-young as Seo Jun-tae Above Choi Min-young of 'XO, Kitty' stars in 'Weak Hero Class 2'. (Photo: IMDb) Choi Min-young has starred in Mr Sunshine and Itaewon Class , but his breakthrough role came in Twenty Five Twenty One , where he played Baek Ye-jin's (Nam Joo-hyuk) younger brother. International fans may also recognise him as Kim Dae-heon (Dae) in the Netflix series XO, Kitty . In addition to his screen work, Choi has a strong background in musical theatre, having performed in Empress Myeongseong and the South Korean production of Kinky Boots . In Weak Hero Class 2 , he plays Seo Jun-tae, a shy and timid Eunjang High student who becomes the fourth member of Yeon Si-eun, Baku and Go Hyeon-tak's friend group. Like Season 1's Beom-seok, Seo Jun-tae starts off meek and vulnerable. But unlike Beom-seok, Jun-tae remains loyal to his friends and eventually finds the courage to stand up, not just for them, but also for himself. Lee Min-jae as Go Hyeon-tak/Gotak Above Lee Min-jae makes the most of his role as Gotak. (Photo: IMDb) Although Lee Min-jae has appeared in numerous K-dramas, fans may remember him best as Seo Geon-hoo in Crash Course in Romance , where he played a former athlete adjusting to life as a regular student after a career-ending injury. His character also finds himself in the middle of a love triangle with Nam Hae-yi (Roh Yoon-seo) and Lee Seon-jae (Lee Chae-min). His role as the steadfast and no-nonsense Gotak in Weak Hero Class 2 marks his second major breakthrough role. Gotak is likeable, fiercely loyal and has a complicated history with Weak Hero Class 2 's main villain, Na Baek-jin. And much like his performance in Crash Course in Romance , Lee Min-jae makes the most of the character. Lee Jun-young as Geum Seong-jae Above You may recognise Lee Jun-young from the recently concluded K-drama 'When Life Gives You Tangerines'. (Photo: IMDb) This former member of the boy band U-KISS has also kept himself busy in 2025. Lee Jun-young's recent K-dramas include Melo Movie , When Life Gives You Tangerines , 24-Hour Health Club and Weak Hero Class 2 . You may also remember him from D.P. , The Impossible Heir and Love and Leashes . His participation in When Life Gives You Tangerines , arguably the biggest K-drama of the year so far, as the sweet and earnest Park Yeong-Beom left a lasting impact on audiences. It's a sharp departure from his role as the conniving and villainous Geum Seong-jae in Weak Hero Class 2 . This contrast shows impressive range and further cements his status as one of his generation's most versatile rising actors. See also: 5 life lessons from 'When Life Gives You Tangerines' Yoo Su-bin as Choi Hyo-man Above Yoo Su-bin has come a long way from his 'Crash Landing on You' days. (Photo: IMDb) Although he had already appeared in a handful of K-dramas, it's his role as the endearing and hilarious Kim Ju-Meok—one of Captain Ri Jeong-hyeok's (Hyun Bin) loyal sergeants and North Korea's biggest K-drama fan—in the global sensation Crash Landing on You that truly put him on the map. His follow-up role as the earnest and lovable Lee Chul-san in the equally popular Start-Up further cemented his status as a fan favourite. In Weak Hero Class 2 , he initially plays against type as Eunjang High's resident bully Choi Hyo-man. However, his character later undergoes a significant redemption arc, ultimately teaming up with Yeon Si-eun and his friends to take down Na Baek-jin. Bae Na-ra as Na Baek-jin Above Bae Na-ra turns in another compelling performance. (Photo: IMDb) Weak Hero Class 2 's big bad is Na Baek-jin, the leader of Union—an organisation of school bullies—played with sinister grace by newcomer Bae Na-ra. His performance is a masterclass in restraint, exuding a quiet intensity that makes Na Baek-jin one of the most compelling K-drama antagonists in recent memory. It may come as a surprise to many, then, that Bae Na-ra has only three acting credits to his name so far. His acting debut in the second season of D.P. , where he delivered a heartbreaking and deeply sensitive performance as Jang Sung-min, a military conscript bullied and mocked for defying traditional gender norms, won critical praise and signalled the arrival of a new talent capable of playing complex characters with emotional depth and range. NOW READ Star-studded K-dramas with next-level casting and unforgettable cameos 19 K-drama doctors who stole the show (and saved lives) Architects of Korean shows: 11 K-drama screenwriters whose works never miss
Muscat Daily
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
‘Weak Hero Class 2' tops Netflix global non-english TV chart
Netflix's original Korean series 'Weak Hero Class 2' has catapulted to the No. 1 spot on the platform's Global Top 10 chart for non-English language television series, merely three days following its release. According to Netflix's official fan site Tudum, the series amassed 6.1 million views during the week, a figure derived by dividing total watch hours by the show's runtime. This remarkable achievement places the second season at the forefront of the streamer's global rankings for non-English content in record time. Premiered on a Friday, the series swiftly gained momentum, maintaining the No. 1 position on Netflix Korea's Top 10 chart since its debut. Additionally, it has secured a spot in the Top 10 rankings across 63 countries, including Brazil, Mexico, Belgium, France, Morocco, Greece, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand and New Caledonia. The swift global ascent of Weak Hero Class 2 is attributed to its emotionally charged narrative and meticulously choreographed action sequences. The storyline follows the evolution of Yeon Si-eun, portrayed by Park Ji-hoon, who once again finds himself confronting a wave of violence in defence of his friends. Park's compelling performance has received widespread acclaim, particularly for its intensity and range. The ensemble cast—featuring Ryeo Un, Choi Min-yeong, Yoo Soo-bin, and Lee Jun-young—has also been praised for its on-screen chemistry and emotional depth. The series successfully balances powerful antagonists with gripping portrayals of brotherhood, further enhancing its international appeal. Meanwhile, the first season, Weak Hero Class 1, continues to perform well, securing the No. 8 spot in the same global chart. It has now spent five consecutive weeks in Netflix's international Top 10 since being added to the platform's global library. The rapid rise of Weak Hero Class 2 underscores the growing global appetite for Korean storytelling and further cements the series' status as a benchmark in youth action drama.
India Today
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Weak Hero Class 2 review: K-drama packs solid punch despite weak character arcs
When Weak Hero Class 1 landed, it didn't just break through the noise of high school dramas — it carved out a space of its own. Gritty, grounded, and heartbreakingly quiet at times, it understood violence not as action, but as aftermath. This season, though, doesn't quite rise to meet them. It simmers, it stings, but it never fully breaks the Weak Hero Class 1, the emotional deep dive into the characters' psyche made the audience resonate with them and internalise their pain. Through Yeon Si-eun's narration, we were granted access to his inner world — cold, calculating, but cracked with pain. Ahn Soo-ho and Oh Beom-seok were never mere sidekicks, they were layered, deeply human, shaped by bruises that weren't always physical. Beom-seok, in particular, was written with such nuance that even in betrayal, he never felt like a villain — just a boy too broken to choose the trailer of Weak Hero Class 2 here: However, this is (almost) completely missing in the second part. The fight sequences grow more intense, but there's always an emotional disconnect that does not let the audience immerse themselves completely into the Si-eun (Park Ji-hoon), now in a new school, carries more than trauma — he carries guilt, loss, and the kind of quiet fury that doesn't scream but simmers. Eunjang High might be a different battlefield, but the war — internal and external — has only escalated. Despite swearing off to not make any new connections, Si-eun finds an unlikely connection with Seo Jun-tae (Choi Min-yeong). Cornered and bullied, just like he once used to be, he tries to defend him, and a bond forms. He also forms a bond with Go Hyeon-tak, aka Gotak (Lee Min-jae), and Park Hu-min, aka Baku (Ryeoun), the latter being the person to keep violence off Eunjang High and preventing the students from joining the shady Union, run by Baku's old best friend turned adversary, Na Baek-jin (Bae Na-ra).Kang Hyun (Choi Min-young) brings a brief glimpse of what could be — camaraderie, maybe even peace — but we know that in Weak Hero, peace is always the calm before a storm. And when the storm strikes, it threatens, once again, to take away everything that Si-eun holds close. Park Ji-hoon plays Si-eun like a boy who's slowly calcifying into something colder. His silences speak volumes. His eyes — blank, then burning, then blank again — hold stories the dialogue can't touch. He recreates one of the most quietly devastating performances in a youth drama in recent years. There's no big breakdown, no cathartic moment of screaming rage; just a slow, crushing descent into numbness. And somehow, that hurts fight choreography remains a standout. It's quick, vicious, almost ugly at times — just how fights are supposed to be. It's intense, and fast, making you sit on the edge of your sofa during the sequences. The series, however, relies heavily on just the action. There are no slow, relishing-the-buildup kind of shots which made the first part stand out. Everything is hurried to reach the ultimate showdown, but, by then, you have significantly lost problem with Weak Heroes Season 2 lies with the character's alienation. What's Jun-tae's or Gotak's story, how did BFFs Baku and Baek-jin so detached that they became each other's arch nemesis, was Baek-jin also jealous of Su-eun's intellect - we never get to find out. It's worse for those who have read the Hero Class 2 wants to be a darker, more complex evolution of its predecessor. But in trying to escalate, it loses intimacy. It's still solid — well-acted, beautifully shot, and emotionally charged in flashes. But it doesn't cut as deep this time. And for a show that once knew how to wound with a whisper, that feels like a missed opportunity.3 out of 5 stars. advertisement
Time Magazine
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Magazine
Breaking Down the Intense Ending of Weak Hero Class 2
W arning: This article contains major spoilers for the ending of Weak Hero Class 2. Weak Hero Class 1 ends at the beginning—of the webtoon, that is. The final scene of the coming-of-age action drama's first season is the first scene of its source material. In it, introverted teen Si-eun (played in the drama by Park Ji-hoon) arrives as a new student at Eunjang High School, and is almost immediately targeted by class bully Choi Hyo-man (Crash Landing on You 's Yoo Su-bin). Unbeknownst to Hyo-man, Si-eun is not someone to be trifled with. At his old school, Si-eun beat up the boys responsible for putting his friend, Su-ho (Choi Hyun-wook), into a coma. He may be a bird-boned bookworm, but, when necessary, he uses the same brain that makes him a top student to inflict precise harm against bullies much larger than him. It was only Si-eun's former friend, the misguided Oh Beom-seok (Hong Kyung), who was spared retribution for his part in Su-ho's severe injuries. Wracked with guilt over Su-ho's injuries, Si-eun enters Weak Hero Class 2 determined not to let another friend suffer a similar, gruesome fate. In the webtoon, Si-eun's traumatic backstory is told through a series of flashbacks. For the live-action K-drama adaptation, director-writer You Su-min and executive producer Han Jun-hee decided to make that backstory an entire, eight-episode season in Weak Hero Class 1. 'The original webtoon is a straightforward and intuitive school action story, where Yeon Si-eun seems to almost clear one stage at a time, like a game,' You tells TIME of the decision. 'If we followed that storyline from the beginning, I didn't think we could create a complete story, and I thought we had to first address how Si-eun and his friends got close and then drifted apart in order to complete the narrative.' This frees up Weak Hero Class 2, which releases on Netflix today in its entirety a month after the first season arrived on the streamer, to focus on the main plot of the webtoon, without losing any of the complexity or weight of Si-eun's past. Let's break down the major plot points of the new season, the climactic ending, and what could be in store for a possible Season 3. '[Si-eun is] riddled with trauma [at the beginning of Weak Hero Class 2 ], but he still wants to make new friends,' Park tells TIME of his character. 'I was curious if that would actually be possible for him, emotionally.' While Si-eun is initially resistant, fellow students Park Hu-min (Namib 's Ryeo-un), Seo Jun-tae (XO Kitty 's Choi Min-yeong), and Ko Hyeon-tuk (Uprising 's Lee Min-jae) eventually break through Si-eun's defenses to become his new friends. Park Hu-min, or Baku, is considered the strongest fighter at Eunjang. 'I don't find him very skilled in fighting, but he's just a natural-born very strong person,' Ryeo-un says of his character. 'He's got very hard, strong punches, and instead of going for the more precise skills, he just deals a very big punch to someone or just makes him fly out of his way.' Baku's protection has kept Eunjang from falling under the violent control of the Union, an alliance of gangs based in the local high schools. When the season begins, Baku is out of school due to suspension, allowing the Union a chance to get their claws into the Eunjang student body. Ko Hyeon-tuk, also known as Gotak, is Baku's best friend and fellow member of the basketball team. His background in the martial arts makes him good in a fight. 'He's a former taekwondo athlete, so he knows how to use his legs, so he's got really good kicks,' says Lee. 'That's something that sets him apart from the other guys.' At the start of the season, Jun-tae has been coerced into acting as the Eunjang bullies' errand boy. He initially steals the students' phones, per Hyo-man's orders, but is inspired by Si-eun to stand up for himself and others. '[Jun-tae is] not a good fighter, but he's got skills,' says Choi. 'He knows how to take a punch and not make it feel too hurtful … While he might not be a good physical fighter, I think he has his own means in helping out in a fight, in a bigger sense.' How does union leader Na Baek-jin know Baku? While much of Weak Hero Class 2 is concerned with the formation of Si-eun's new friend group, it takes place within the violent pressures of the Union. The Union is run by teen Na Baek-jin (D.P. 's Bae Na-ra). Brilliant and ruthless, Baek-jin is almost impossible to beat in a fight. Baek-jin shares a complicated relationship with Baku. The two became friends as boys when Baku saved Baek-jin from bullies, teaching him how to fight back. Because of this, Baku feels responsible for the hurt Baek-jin has caused with those skills. Meanwhile, Baek-jin still wants to be Baku's friend, using threats against Baku's newly formed friend group to temporarily force Baku to join the Union, mid-season. 'I wanted to emphasize strong dramatic elements within the story,' You told TIME of his decision to tweak Baek-jin's backstory. 'To do so, the buildup of the characters' relationships had to be done well, and the basic setting had to be well-established. Baek-jin and Baku's story seemed appropriate to emphasize the theme of our series and add strong dramatic elements to the storyline.' Thematically, the fractured friendship works well in a story that is so much about the joys of friendship and the pain of a camaraderie betrayed. In the final episode, it is revealed that Baek-jin has been donating the money he makes from his criminal consortium to an orphanage. It is implied that Baek-jin grew up there, as the woman who runs the place and accepts Baek-jin's donations, seems to know him personally. She is worried about where Baek-jin is getting the money. Weak Hero Class 2 builds to a massive showdown between the members of the Union and the Eunjang student body. The two groups meet on a muddy basketball court, and fight. If the Union wins, then Eunjang will join the Union. If the Union wins, then Baek-jin will disband the gang, leaving Eunjang in peace. Before the fight, Si-eun uses his smarts and study skills to come up with a plan. First, he recruits Geum Seong-ju (When Life Gives You Tangerines ' Lee Jun-young), Baek-jin's right-hand man in the Union. Seong-ju likes being part of the Union, but he likes the 'fun' of violence more. He jumps at the chance to cause greater havoc, agreeing to leak financial records. Si-eun asks Choi Hyo-man to spread the information to the Union's lower-level members, and the Eunjang bully agrees. He just wants to be a trusted part of someone's plan. News of Baek-jin taking tens of thousands of dollars out of the burner account spreads discord among Baek-jin's ranks, who are only in it for the money. On the day of the fight, the Union force's numbers and determination are diminished. Unfortunately, Seong-je knows no loyalty, and agrees to beat up Si-eun for Baek-jin on the morning of the fight. He lures Si-eun to Baek-jin's bowling headquarters, claiming there is more evidence there that could help take down the Union for good. Si-eun manages to escape, with Jun-tae's help, but he is late to the fight. In the meantime, Baku has given it his all to face off against Baek-jin. 'This is not why I taught you,' he tells his old friend, before going for his arms and shoulders again and again. The two are well-matched, but Baek-jin eventually comes out on top. Everyone thinks this is the end, and that the Union has won, until Si-eun shows up. He puts on his brass knuckles, and goes for Baek-jin's legs. Si-eun knows he cannot win against Baek-jin, but he can last until Baku has the strength to get up again. 'How wide is the margin of error, asshole?' Baek-jin asks Si-eun, once he understands that Baku's focus on his arms and Si-eun's focus on his legs was all part of Si-eun's plan. 'We're in it,' Si-eun, teeth bloodied and almost tapped out, tells him. 'We're in my margin of error.' Baku gets back up, and takes out an exhausted Baek-jin once and for all. Eunjang has won, and the Union has lost. There was a great deal of behind-the-scenes planning that went into the climactic fight, which took roughly a month to film. 'First of all, the safety of the actors was the top priority,' says Han. 'Since it was an action scene with dozens of people fighting while it was raining, emergency medical staff were always on standby, and we closely checked the actors' condition between takes.' Good condition meant not just physically, but emotionally, as the final fight includes some of the most emotionally intense scenes of the entire season. 'The actors who had to maintain such overflowing emotions for a whole month must have been very tired both physically and mentally, so we paid close attention,' adds Han. Ryeo-un says that, while filming was intense, it is the kind of action scene that boys grow up dreaming about being a part of. 'All of the actors there were actual actors, not just extras,' he tells TIME. 'So they were all very passionate about this scene. And while it was a little bit physically demanding, to be honest, Min-yeong, who didn't have to take part in that scene, would actually come over to the set to encourage us and to root for us.' Su-ho and Beom-seok's Weak Hero Class 2 appearances Weak Hero Class 1 ends with Su-ho in a coma. The uncertain fate of his best friend impacts Si-eun throughout the season. He often visits Su-ho in the hospital, and confides in his unconscious friend about what he is going through. 'To Si-eun, these two are the very first friends he's ever had, and he really desperately needed them when they came to him,' Park tells TIME of the importance of Beok-seok and Su-ho's Season 2 appearances. He can't just move on, not thinking about them.' In Episode 7, Si-eun imagines a conversation with Beom-seok. Si-eun apologizes to his friend, still wracked with guilt that he couldn't do more to save him from himself. 'When Si-eun is lying unconscious, he looks for Su-ho, and when he's dreaming, he dreams of Beom-seok who kind of scolds him, saying like, 'Are you making new friends again?'' explains Park. 'So I think these are moments that show how much they mean to Si-eun because these friends still live in his heart.' In Episode 8, Si-eun gets a call while he is out with Baku, Gotak, and Jun-tae: Su-ho has finally woken up. Wrought with emotion, he goes to see his best friend, bringing along his new friends. 'How's it going,' Su-ho asks Si-eun, like no time has passed. He notices his new friends. Su-ho, who has only ever wanted Su-ho to not be alone, is happy for him. 'That's good to see.' The season ends with Si-eun's smile. Who kills Baek-jin? Mid-credits funeral explained Following the fight, Baek-jin disappears. 'Will Baek-jin now get the right answer to the question he had gotten wrong?' wonders Si-eun in voiceover narration. He obviously feels sympathy for the antagonist, despite the hurt he has caused. If Beom-seok is the tragic character of Weak Hero Class 1, then Baek-jin is the tragic character of Weak Hero Class 2. In a mid-credits sequence, we see Han Jeong-mi (Hospital Playlist 's Jo Jung-suk) approach Seong-je with an offer to replace Baek-jin. Jeong-mi is the leader of Cheongang, the ruling adult gang of the district. When asked, Jeong-mi claims not to know where Baek-jin is but, when we cut to Baek-jin's funeral, a wreath sent by Cheongang implies that Jeong-mi was responsible for the teen's untimely death. Presumably, Baek-jin was killed for his failure in leading the Union, and therefore his failure within Cheongang. Si-eun, Baku, Go-tak, and Jun-tae all attend Baek-jin's funeral. Baku is particularly distraught at the death of his old friend. 'While we kind of grew apart, I think there was a little bit of that friendship left inside of Baku,' Ryeo-un tells TIME. 'When we were in that very last fight, when you see me in the action scene, I'm kind of smiling when I'm throwing punches and fighting with him. I think my character felt like he was poking fun with his old friend, like a play date, because they grew up playing together.' Of filming the funeral scene, Ryeo-un says: 'When Baek-jin actually died, my heart was broken, and I was actually quite emotional when I was on set filming that scene, because I am very good friends with him in person as well.' The heartbreaking scene not only teases that there may be more story left to tell, but also reinforces the preciousness of the friendship Baek-jin and Baku once shared. Even lost, first through Baek-jin's actions and then his untimely death, the value of what it once meant to Baku remains. 'While working with director You on Class 1 and 2, we talked a lot about how this is a story about friends,' Han tells TIME of the series' ultimate theme. 'The concept of friends is familiar to everyone, and we sometimes forget their importance, but in the series, Si-eun also has a line saying, 'I realized it's good to have friends.'' And, like that line, I think it will be a series that you can relate to more when you think about your friends and the meaning of the friends around you.' Weak Hero Class 3: Will the K-drama have a third season? While there has been no official announcement about Weak Hero Class 3, another season seems likely, given the series' success so far. The first season reached Netflix's Global Top Ten following its release on Netflix, three years following its initial premiere. However, a third season is no doubt dependent on how Weak Hero Class 2 does. 'After the final mixing of Class 2, director You and I had a drink and talked about what it would be like if we were to do the next story, but that's about it,' says Han. 'I think there are definitely stories left that we can do in a fun way, but of course, it depends on how much viewers love Class 2. Of a potential third season, he adds: 'If there's a Class 3, we are ready to cover the period from Si-eun's third year of high school to graduation.'
