Kim Woo Bin has found a role that fits him perfectly in The Unofficial Martial Arts Officer. His character, Lee Jung Do, is both funny and sincere, and it's set to become another iconic role for him.

The Netflix film was released on the 13th and tells the story of Lee Jung Do, a martial artist who holds black belts in Taekwondo, Judo, and Kendo. He starts working with probation officer Kim Sun Min to monitor people wearing electronic ankle bracelets. Together, they aim to prevent crimes by watching these individuals 24/7.

The movie brings attention to the little-known job of a "Martial Arts Officer," a person who works with a probation officer to keep people with electronic bracelets in check. If someone breaks the rules, the Martial Arts Officer can step in physically to stop them.

The film dives into the real dangers and challenges of this job, showing a new type of hero in society.

In the movie, Lee Jung Do starts off as a carefree young man who enjoys life. He accidentally saves a Martial Arts Officer in trouble and takes over the role while the officer recovers. As time goes on, he begins to take the job seriously and understands its importance.

Kim Woo Bin gained 8kg for the role and easily makes the character his own. In the first part of the movie, he charms viewers with his quirky humor, but later, he shows intense action skills that leave a lasting impression. His chemistry with Kim Sung Kyun, who plays the probation officer, adds warmth and humor to the film.

As the movie progresses, Lee Jung Do’s appearance changes along with his attitude. He goes from having blonde hair to a clean-cut look, showing his growth as a person. Kim Woo Bin does a great job of balancing the funny and action-packed sides of his character, making Lee Jung Do a memorable hero.

The Unofficial Martial Arts Officer hit 8.3 million views just three days after its release and topped Netflix's Global Top 10 Films (Non-English) list. It also made the Top 10 in 58 countries, including South Korea, Brazil, Japan, and Germany.

With Kim Woo Bin’s stellar performance, it looks like a new action hero has been born!

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ChoA, former member of the girl group Crayon Pop, has bravely shared her ongoing battle with cervical cancer and her emotional journey.

On January 28, ChoA posted a heartfelt update on her social media, explaining her struggles. "I usually laugh, talk, and live my life as usual, but there are moments when I suddenly face a reality that isn’t like before, and it gets tough," she shared.

She went on to say, "Recently, something difficult happened, and in the past, I would have had a drink with my husband to shake it off. I really miss being able to do that."

ChoA admitted that she still can’t fully believe her diagnosis. "When I face the reality I’ve been avoiding, my heart that I’ve built up breaks down," she said. "But the life I’m living now, which I’m still enjoying, is something that someone else might be wishing for. I try to gather my thoughts again with gratitude."

She also expressed hope for the future, saying, "Lately, I dream of a day five years from now when I’ll be declared cancer-free and be able to have a drink with my husband after putting the kids to bed, after all the struggles. It’s been almost two years, so I believe the day I get that clean bill of health will come soon."

ChoA married a businessman in 2021, six years older than her. In October 2023, she revealed her cervical cancer diagnosis, sharing that she had been diagnosed during a routine check-up in her first year of marriage.

Despite everything, ChoA remains hopeful, noting that the cancer was smaller than expected during surgery, and she was able to preserve her fertility—a step closer to her dream of becoming a mother.

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