He also talked about how he first learned that he was well-known overseas.

With his role as Jang Uk in the Korean fantasy show Alchemy of Souls, Lee Jae Wook has won the hearts of people all over the world.

The second season of the drama just ended to great reviews, and audiences loved the cast, especially the main actors.

But Lee Jae Wook says that at first he wasn't sure if he wanted to take part in the project.

The show had 30 episodes, which were split into two parts.

The first season came out in June and was over by August. The second season began in December and ended in January.

In a recent interview, Lee said that he wasn't sure at first if he should take on the project because of how long it would take.

"I wasn't sure if I would be able to do a long project well… But as an actor, I'm happy with how the series turned out, so I'm thankful to have been in it." The Korea Times, Lee Jae Wook

Lee also thought the setting of the series was hard to understand, even more so than the time span.

The show is a mix of fantasy, romance, and action, which was pretty new for him as an actor. Jang Uk's character was also hard to get right because it had many different parts.

"Alchemy of Souls" is a rare fantasy, romance, and action series in Korea. I wasn't sure if I could finish this series because it was so hard… And because Uk has many different sides, I was scared." The Korea Times, Lee Jae Wook

But he signed up for the challenge in the end because he was ambitious and creative as an artist.

"But then I thought, 'When will I ever see a piece like this again?' and decided to take the challenge."The Korea Times, Lee Jae Wook

He also said that the way he prepared for the same character in each season was very different.

He had to carefully change Jang Uk's mannerisms so that the character change would be clear but seem natural.

"I thought the characters were very different between parts 1 and 2. During the table read, the writers told me they want me to build the character (in season 2) as if he were a different person. So, to make a completely different character, I tried to find a new tone and read the lines in a faster, more strained way." The Korea Times, Lee Jae Wook
In the past few months, Lee Jae Wook has become a well-known star around the world thanks to how popular both seasons of the show were.

The actor said that when he went to Malaysia recently and got a huge welcome at the airport, he realized how popular K-content is around the world.

Alchemy of Souls fans are probably more than happy that he didn't back down from the challenge.

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Broadcaster Park Seul Gi recently shared a heartwarming update about her reunion with actor Byeon Woo Seok, proving that his kind and gentle personality hasn’t changed at all.

On April 2nd, Park Seul Gi posted several photos on her social media, along with the caption, "It’s been a while since I saw Woo Seok, and he is still so kind and gentle".

The photos featured Park Seul Gi hosting a fan meeting event for Byeon Woo Seok, organized by a coffee brand.

In the pictures, Park Seul Gi and Byeon Woo Seok looked close and friendly, highlighting their strong bond. Byeon Woo Seok, standing at 190 cm, even bent down to match Park Seul Gi’s height, showcasing his thoughtful nature.

Park Seul Gi shared more about the event, saying, "I made a meeting that felt like a fairy tale, with actor Byeon Woo Seok and the adorable ‘Tong Tong’ (the nickname for Byeon Woo Seok’s fan club) all gathered together! There were many moments where my heart raced, but it was an hour where I stayed focused and did my best."

She also expressed her gratitude, saying, "I’m really thankful for and happy about the Tong Tong fans who always greet me warmly, not just actor Woo Seok. Is there any April Fools’ Day more unbelievable than this!? Let’s run through April with energy!"

Park Seul Gi, who married a non-celebrity in 2016 and has two daughters, continues to stay busy hosting various events.

Byeon, who gained love through the tvN show Lovely Runner, has already chosen his next project, the upcoming MBC drama 21st Century Prince's Wife.

He’s also been making a positive impact, recently donating 100 million won to the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association to help wildfire victims.

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