Actor Hong Jong-hyun's special appearance filled with excitement drew attention.
Hong Jong-hyun captivated viewers with his optimal romantic comedy visuals and a deeper atmosphere, truly gifting a special thrill. He made a surprise appearance as Yoon Ji-hoo, the blind date of Baek Soo-jung (played by Moon Ga-young), in the 6th episode of the tvN Monday-Tuesday drama "The Guy is a Black Dragon," which aired on 4th.
"The Guy is a Black Dragon" portrays the romance of Baek Soo-jung, the tired "Deputy Minister Killer" head of Team suffering from a dark past, and Ban Joo-yeon, a "third-generation chaebol" Deputy Minister who holds a black dragon in his heart. The subtle emotions between Baek Soo-jung and Ban Joo-yeon (played by Choi Hyun-wook) add vitality to the drama, and the role of the blind date man becomes a turning point in their relationship. Hong Jong-hyun created a perfect character that anyone could love, providing an intense immersion.
From his first appearance, Yoon Ji-hoo (played by Hong Jong-hyun) welcomed Baek Soo-jung with his overwhelming physique and charming smile. His thoughtful words and actions toward Baek Soo-jung immediately created a romantic atmosphere. Especially, his deep voice conveyed kindness, and his attentive demeanor made viewers feel a thrill, raising anticipation for the next developments.
As a result, viewers not only cheered for the perfect chemistry and intriguing tension created by Hong Jong-hyun and Moon Ga-young, but they also showed great interest, hoping for a reunion in other works. Thanks to Hong Jong-hyun's active participation, the 6th episode of "The Guy is a Black Dragon" recorded an average viewership rating of 4.9% and a peak of 5.6% in the metropolitan area, and an average of 5.1% and a peak of 5.9% nationwide, continuously breaking its own highest ratings.
Hong Jong-hyun previously showcased his special presence with special appearances in tvN's "Player 2: War of the Tricksters" and KBS2's "Drama Special 2024: Find the Handsome" last year. Additionally, in Coupang Play's "Things That Come After Love," he received much acclaim for presenting the essence of traditional melodrama with deeply emotional acting.
In this way, Hong Jong-hyun consistently emits new charm in every work he appears in, solidifying his own position with a wide acting spectrum. His future activities are keenly anticipated.
[Photo] Capture of the broadcast screen from tvN "The Guy is a Black Dragon."
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