The finale of TvN's "Lovely Runner" aired this week, wrapping up the romantic-comedy time-slip series created by True Beauty screenwriter Lee Si Eun. Starring actors Byeon Woo Seok as Ryu Sun Jae and Kim Hye Yoon as Im Sol, the show captivated viewers with its unique storyline.

Ryu Sun Jae, a famous star, finds his life weighed down by the pressures of fame. Meanwhile, Im Sol, his devoted fan, travels back in time to prevent his tragic fate after hearing false news of his suicide. In the past, she encounters Ryu Sun Jae as a high school student and works to alter his future.

While viewers rooted for Im Sol and Ryu Sun Jae's love story, the drama introduced a second male lead, Kim Tae Sung, portrayed by Song Geon Hee.

Despite not being endgame for Im Sol, Tae Sung proved to be a standout character, becoming a detective and a pivotal figure in the storyline.

Surprisingly, Tae Sung was not part of the original webcomic "Tomorrow’s Best," from which "Lovely Runner" was adapted.

Adaptations often bring changes, and Tae Sung's addition was met with initial skepticism from netizens.

However, Tae Sung's character added depth and intrigue to the drama, earning praise from viewers as one of the best second leads ever.

As the series concluded, many acknowledged that the changes made from the webcomic to the drama, including Tae Sung's inclusion, enhanced the overall story.

In addition to Tae Sung, another supporting role is gaining attention. Stay tuned for more updates.

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Hyun Bin is finally addressing the long-standing "ddongcha" (poop car) theory surrounding his character from My Name is Kim Sam-soon—and he's not holding back!

In an interview on the 19th with Star News, the beloved actor confessed, "I was wrong," responding to the reevaluation of his iconic role as Hyun Jin-heon from the 2005 hit drama. The "ddongcha" theory has been a subject of online debate for years, with many viewers critiquing Hyun Jin-heon’s character as overly arrogant and entitled.

Hyun Bin, who first rose to fame in My Name is Kim Sam-soon, took the time to reflect on the character that made him a household name. He shared, “I was just following the script; there were no personal opinions added to the character of Hyun Jin-heon. At that time, I knew Hyun Jin-heon was portrayed as a ‘bad boy,’ and the way it was expressed was different from today’s standards.”

With My Name is Kim Sam-soon now being re-released as part of Wavve's "New Classic" project, fans are revisiting the 2005 drama, and the character of Hyun Jin-heon is under fresh scrutiny. Director Kim Yun-cheol even admitted that the "prince on a white horse" and "bad boy" tropes that once worked in 2005 don’t quite match today's sensibilities, leading to edits in the 2024 version.

Hyun Bin humbly acknowledged his gratitude for his successful career and hit works, saying, "It’s wonderful and I am grateful to have so many hit works. I’ve been fortunate to work with amazing writers, directors, and actors. Thanks to them, I’ve received a lot of attention and love." He also shared a sense of humility, noting, “But I never know when that luck will come again."

Despite the dramatic shift in perspective on his character, Hyun Bin’s charm and dedication remain strong. Fans are eager to see him in his upcoming film Harbin (directed by Woo Min-ho), set to be released on the 24th.

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