Actor Jang Dong-yoon is generating a hot topic by competing in a boxing tournament and being selected as the Most Valuable Player along with a valuable victory. In response, netizens are noting similarities between Jang Dong-yoon's actions and those of Lee Si-young.
On the 3rd, his agency BH Entertainment officially stated to OSEN, "Actor Jang Dong-yoon participated in the national life sports boxing tournament held on the 2nd and achieved a victory, and he was selected as the tournament's Most Valuable Player."
The tournament that Jang Dong-yoon participated in was the '4th Namhansanseong Cup National Life Sports Boxing Tournament' organized by the Seongnam City Boxing Association. He shared a photo on his social media holding a sign that read 'Tournament Champion' and 'Most Valuable Player' with a bright smile after achieving a victory in the match. The post quickly spread across online communities and social media, garnering explosive reactions.
The BH Entertainment side noted, "Actor Jang Dong-yoon has always shown a steady interest in boxing and has personally enjoyed it as a hobby. His participation in this tournament was not part of preparation for a specific project but came from a personal interest."
They explained, "This tournament was not an official league or amateur competition but rather one of a life sports nature. I understand that the organizers provided a 'Champion' sign to all participants who achieved a victory. Actor Jang Dong-yoon also received that sign after achieving a victory, and he was uniquely selected as the Most Valuable Player among them."
As this news spread, the name of actress Lee Si-young has also been mentioned online. Lee Si-young officially joined the Incheon City Hall boxing team as a player in 2013 and became a national representative after winning the national selection competition in the same year. In particular, his career of balancing his actual player activities with a drama focused on boxing has drawn comparisons to Jang Dong-yoon.
Netizens commented, "A new actor boxing enthusiast has emerged following Lee Si-young," "Starting as a hobby and becoming the Most Valuable Player? Incredible," "He has both looks and skills," paying attention to Jang Dong-yoon's unique charm.
Meanwhile, Jang Dong-yoon is preparing for his next project and is expanding his spectrum as an actor through various activities.
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