The cast and crew of the popular tvN drama ‘Lovely Runner’ are gearing up for a well-deserved vacation together.

An official from ‘Lovely Runner’ announced on June 4 that the actors and crew of the drama will be heading to Phuket, Thailand, for a reward vacation.

Although the specific schedule and the number of participants have not been confirmed yet, anticipation is high for this exciting getaway.

‘Lovely Runner,’ which first aired on April 8, follows the story of Im Sol (played by Kim Hye Yoon), a passionate fan who travels back in time 15 years to save top star Ryu Sun Jae (portrayed by Byun Woo Seok) after he suddenly passes away.

The drama captivated viewers with its fast-paced narrative and refreshing youth romance portrayed by the lead actors.

Despite achieving a peak viewership rating of just 5.8% (according to Nielsen Korea), the total digital views surpassed 850 million by May 26, demonstrating its immense popularity as viewers returned for multiple viewings. Additionally, it secured the second-highest number of paid subscribers among tvN dramas available on Tving, underscoring its significant success.

‘Lovely Runner’ didn’t only resonate with domestic audiences; it also won the hearts of global viewers.

The show ranked first in 133 countries during its first broadcast week and maintained its top spot in popularity throughout its run.

The entire cast, including Byun Woo Seok, Kim Hye Yoon, Song Gun Hee, Lee Seung Hyun, Song Ji Ho, and others, received much love and attention for their roles in this beloved drama.

Their exceptional acting skills and the chemistry between characters played a pivotal role in the show’s success.

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TV personality and writer Yoo Byung Jae, shocked fans with heartbreaking news about a massive debt scam he fell victim to.

In a recent video shared on his YouTube channel, Yoo revealed that he had lent a whopping 700 million KRW to acquaintances—only to find himself unable to recover the money.

On December 27th, Yoo opened up about the painful experience, stating, "Today, I will help you get the money you’ve lost," but quickly added, "To be honest, I’m not someone who deserves to make this content today." He continued, saying, "I will be sharing for the first time the money I lent and haven't received back."

His close friend and CEO of his agency, Yoo Gyu Seon, expressed concern over his decision to speak publicly, asking, "Is it okay to say this?"

Yoo Byung Jae explained that the total debt had grown to 700 million KRW after his older brother, Yoo Gyu Seon, became involved. Originally, it was a little over 600 million KRW, but with his brother’s involvement, it reached the full 700 million KRW.

Yoo Byung Jae added, "The heartbreaking part is that almost all the people who borrowed this 700 million KRW from me don’t even know how much they owe me". His candid words left viewers in shock and disbelief.

He clarified the gravity of the situation, saying, "I’m not laughing right now. This is not something to laugh about."

In other news, Yoo Byung Jae recently confirmed his relationship with 9-year-younger influencer Lee Yoo Jeong, who had previously gained attention for her appearance on the reality show Love Catcher 4. This new revelation adds an unexpected twist to his already eventful year.

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