'Pump Up the Healthy Love' is enhancing the drama with a lineup of special appearances at the national representative level.
KBS2's Wednesday-Thursday drama 'Pump Up the Healthy Love' (written by Kim Ji-soo, directed by Park Joon-soo and Choi Yeon-soo, produced by CJ ENM STUDIOS, Bon Factory, Monster Union, KeyEast) airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 9:50 p.m. The actors' bright and natural portrayal of their characters, including Lee Joon-young as Do Hyun-jung, the health fanatic director known for his 'muscle obsession,' and Jung Eun-ji as Lee Mi-ran, a beginner member with a 'muscle complex,' along with realistic episodes set in a gym, provide fresh entertainment and empathy. The gym is depicted not just as a place for exercise, but as a stage for restoring self-esteem and reorienting one's life.
Special appearances by various personalities, including Choi Moo-sung, Jo Jung-chi, Yoon Sung-bin, Yang Chi-seung, Jung Dae-jin, and Kim Jun-hyun, further enhance 'Pump Up the Healthy Love.'
Choi Moo-sung, despite being relatively older, is a man among men boasting a deadlift of 600 kilograms and plays the role of Dong Han-cheol, the first director of the health club, establishing the drama's weight. Han-cheol is a character who changes the life of Do Hyun-jung (played by Lee Joon-young), who was belittled in an orphanage due to his small and weak body. He becomes a crucial figure in the background of Hyun-jung's journey to becoming a world-class athlete, raising curiosity.
Meanwhile, Jo Jung-chi caught attention as the protagonist of the third episode. He appeared as the iron man of the skinny men's group 'Smaenpa' and made an impactful impression. Jo Jung-chi perfectly embodies Cheol-nam, who becomes healthy both physically and mentally through exercise, delivering a touching performance.
In particular, Jo Jung-chi also served as the musical director for 'Pump Up the Healthy Love,' drawing attention. After the broadcast, viewers praised him, saying, 'I thought the music sense was amazing, but to think it was Jo Jung-chi's ear for music is understandable' and 'The songs were really well-used in a variety of ways, resonating perfectly with the drama.' In a scene where Cheol-nam reflects on his life like a quick flash while exercising, the song by his wife, singer Jeong In, was inserted, leaving a deeper impression. Jo Jung-chi noted, 'If a critical situation like Cheol-nam's arises in reality, I think my wife's voice will come to mind,' revealing his sweet side as a loving husband.
Additionally, former national skeleton representative Yoon Sung-bin, director Yang Chi-seung, world-class bodybuilder Jung Dae-jin, and the well-known comedian Kim Jun-hyun made surprise appearances as members who briefly visited the health club in previous broadcasts, eliciting delight. The 'real gym episodes' presented by individuals with outstanding physiques intensified the viewing pleasure, and more special appearances are expected, raising anticipation for who will contribute to the drama.
'Pump Up the Healthy Love' production team expressed gratitude, saying, 'We sincerely thank those who graciously made special appearances despite their busy schedules' and added, 'Other special guests will appear in the remaining episodes. Be sure to catch the main airing to see who and in what form they will make a strong impression in the fleeting moments.'
KBS2's Wednesday-Thursday drama 'Pump Up the Healthy Love' is set to air its fifth episode on the night of the 14th at 9:50 p.m.
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