Actor Ong Seongwoo is spreading holiday cheer by joining UNICEF’s 'Gift That Saves Lives' campaign, helping children around the world this winter.

On December 16, the UNICEF Korean Committee (Chairman Jeong Gap-yeong) officially announced that Ong Seongwoo will take part in this meaningful campaign. The 'Gift That Saves Lives' initiative allows donors to choose from essential relief items like nutrition, clean water, and educational supplies, which UNICEF delivers to children in need.

For this year's campaign, Ong Seongwoo has introduced the 'Ong Seongwoo Package,' a special gift set including malnutrition treatment food, blankets, notebooks, and more—designed to bring warmth and support to children during the winter months.

This isn’t Ong Seongwoo's first time participating in the campaign. Back in 2021, he donated his time and talent to support the cause, and now, after completing his military service, he is back to continue his charitable efforts.

Ong Seongwoo shared, "I wanted to give back the love and gratitude I’ve received from my fans in a meaningful way. I hope this helps children around the world have a happier winter, even if it’s just a little."

Jo Mi-jin, Secretary-General of the UNICEF Korean Committee, expressed heartfelt thanks, saying, "We are truly grateful to Ong Seongwoo for offering his precious time and talent. His support will bring strength and courage to children facing a cold winter due to war and disasters. We hope everyone will get involved and help make this winter a happy one for children worldwide."

Ong Seongwoo’s gesture of kindness is a beautiful reminder of the power of giving and sharing love during the holiday season.

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The When Life Gives You Tangerines cast melted fans’ hearts once again — this time off-screen!

On April 15, the VIP premiere of the film Yadang took place at Megabox COEX in Samseong-dong, Seoul, and it quickly turned into a Poksak reunion.

The event was already buzzing with big names like Uhm Tae Woong (who made his first appearance in 8 years), Lee Min Ho, Ha Ji Won, Lee Joo Young, Hyeri, Lee Yu Bi, Kim Sung Kyun, and even Single’s Inferno 4's Lee Si An.

But the surprise appearance of severalWhen Life Gives You Tangerines cast members made fans super emotional.

IU, who played Gwansik’s daughter Geum Myeong in the Netflix series, was spotted quietly entering the theater wearing a mask. A fan who noticed her shared a photo, writing, “Poksak daughter Geum Myeong is here!”

Kim Seon Ho also showed up and quickly got attention. Fans recognized him despite the mask and commented, “Chung Seop is here too!” and “Park Hae Joon’s son-in-law came!” Kim Seon Ho made a special appearance in the series as Geum Myeong’s husband.

Kang Yoo Seok, who played Eun Myeong Yi (Gwansik’s son), also came to support his on-screen dad. Fans left sweet comments like “The son is so thoughtful!”

And of course, Choi Dae Hoon — better known as “Hak Ssi Ahjussi” — made fans smile with his bright energy. People couldn’t stop talking about him, saying things like “He came to see his in-laws’ movie,” and “The whole When Life Gives You Tangerines family is here!”

Before the event, Park Hae Joon shared in an interview with Xports News that he wasn’t sure who would show up, saying, “Everyone’s really busy, so it depends on the situation. But I’d be really happy if we could meet again after a long time.”

Well, they did meet again — and fans couldn’t be happier.

In Poksak, Park Hae Joon played the loving father Gwansik, but in Yadang, he takes on a much tougher role as a drug squad detective who never gives up on catching criminals. His transformation is already gaining attention from fans eager to see him in a new light.

Meanwhile, Yadang officially hit theaters on April 16.

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