• 'Lovely Runner' director suspected co-stars Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok were dating in real life

    The behind-the-scenes story of the filming of 'Lovely Runner,' featuring popular actors Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon, has been revealed.

    On June 29, the YouTube channel 'According to Insiders' released a video where two cinematographers, Yoon Dae Young and Shin Ki Chang, shared behind-the-scenes stories from the popular tvN drama 'Lovely Runner.'

    In the video, Director Yoon Dae Young was asked, "What kind of actor is Byeon Woo Seok on set?" He praised Byeon, saying, "He is a determined actor. There have been times when he prepared hard for a role only for the project to be canceled suddenly. He's faced difficulties for nine years, which is well-known. He has steadily progressed to this point and, as the lead in 'Lovely Runner,' he has been in constant communication with the writer, preparing diligently."

    On the other hand, Director Shin Ki Chang spoke highly of Kim Hye Yoon, saying, "In terms of acting experience, Kim Hye Yoon has much more than Byeon Woo Seok. It was admirable to see how she constantly tried to accommodate him."

    Director Yoon added, "Usually, actors are filmed individually. It's rare to film both actors together in one shot, but when they did, Kim Hye Yoon always gave a full 100% reaction to support her co-actor, enhancing the performance."

    When asked about the atmosphere on set, Director Shin said, "The chemistry between Kim Hye Yoon and Byeon Woo Seok was very real. The affectionate chemistry you see on screen wasn't just made up; they genuinely got along very well. It was to the point where one might wonder if something was going on between them. They were both very focused."

    Director Yoon shared, "When Byeon Woo Seok and Kim Hye Yoon acted, you could see in their eyes that they genuinely cared for and loved each other. It was so touching that it brought me to tears. You could feel the innocence of first love."

    When asked which kiss scene he was most satisfied with, he replied, "The kiss scene at the front door is my favorite. It felt like it took forever to film (laughs). It was a romantic comedy, but the kiss was quite long, almost melodramatic. I remember the two actors kissing for a long time."

    Regarding the most challenging scene to shoot, he said, "We filmed the seasons in reverse. We shot summer scenes in winter. It was tough dealing with the cold and visible breath. There were many scenes where the actors had to fall into water in freezing weather."

    Director Yoon added, "It was so cold that after the actors got out of the water, steam would rise from their bodies."

    On the secret to the popularity of 'Lovely Runner,' they said, "The pre-production period was long. However, the director, writer, and actors didn't waste that time. They kept reading and revising. That extensive preparation is why we were able to produce good results during filming."

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  • BTS's Jungkook Breaks Records as the First Asian Solo Artist with 70 Weeks on Two Billboard Global Charts

    BTS member Jungkook continues to prove his worldwide star power, setting another incredible record on the Billboard charts!

    As of the latest Billboard update (November 23), Jungkook’s hit solo single "Seven", which came out last July, ranked at No. 110 on the Global 200 chart. It also held strong at No. 64 on the Global (Excl. U.S.) chart, showing its lasting impact on international music fans.

    With this, Jungkook becomes the first-ever Asian solo artist to achieve 70 consecutive weeks on both the Global 200 and Global (Excl. U.S.) charts.

    That’s not all! His track "Standing Next to You", released last November, stayed on the Global (Excl. U.S.) chart at No. 140 for the 54th week, further solidifying his dominance.

    "Seven" has been making history since its release. Last year, it topped Billboard’s 2023 Global Summer Songs chart. This year, it claimed the No. 1 spot on the 2024 International Power Players chart, proving it’s a fan-favorite in over 200 countries.

    On Spotify, "Seven" became the first Asian artist’s song to surpass 2 billion streams, joining the exclusive "2 Billion Club." It also broke records by staying in Spotify’s Daily Top Songs Global Chart Top 50 for more than 350 days.

    Jungkook’s achievements didn’t stop there. His debut solo album GOLDEN made him the first and longest-charting Asian solo artist to stay on the Billboard 200 for 24 straight weeks. He also holds the record for 71 consecutive weeks on Spotify’s Weekly Top Albums Global Chart.

    At the prestigious 2024 MAMA Awards, Jungkook earned a triple crown, winning Best Male Artist, Best Dance Performance Male Solo, and Fans' Choice Male Top 10.

    Jungkook’s achievements keep piling up, proving that his talent and influence know no bounds! Fans are already excited to see what he’ll achieve next.

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