Actor Bae In-hyuk, who shares the same agency with Park Ji-hoon at YY Entertainment, concluded the series 'I'll Give You the Universe' by overcoming trials and embracing the true meaning of family.
In the final episode of tvN's Wednesday-Thursday drama 'I'll Give You the Universe,' aired on the 12th, Bae In-hyuk, playing the role of Sun Tae-hyung, delivered a profound performance, showcasing love and responsibility that grew stronger amidst crises, leaving viewers deeply moved. The series maintained a 1% viewership rating throughout its 12 episodes.
Bae In-hyuk portrayed the growth of Sun Tae-hyung with depth, from being a steadfast support in the face of despair to a charming romanticist for his beloved. His performance, which traversed a wide range of emotions, heightened viewer engagement.
In the episode, Sun Tae-hyung comforted Woo Hyun-jin (played by Noh Jung-ui), who was disheartened by an unfit guardian ruling. He reassured Woo Hyun-jin, who was separated from Woo-joo (played by Park Yoo-ho) due to negligence, saying, "You don't have to strive to do everything alone. Sometimes I can fill in the gaps, and other times, others can help. We can do it together."
Sun Tae-hyung prepared for a home visit from a family investigator by reorganizing the house and worked on a petition with villa residents to prove his sincerity towards Woo-joo, evoking a sense of poignancy.
Later, Sun Tae-hyung felt relieved when Woo Hyun-jin was appointed as a guardian in court. He expressed gratitude to the villa residents for their support and once again confessed his love to Woo Hyun-jin. His transformation into a true adult, overcoming past wounds, was touching.
At the end of the broadcast, during Woo-joo's second birthday celebration, Bae In-hyuk exuded his gentle charm once more. The final scene, where Sun Tae-hyung healed wounds and built a real family with Woo Hyun-jin and Woo-joo, left a lasting impression, showcasing Bae In-hyuk's solid acting skills.
Bae In-hyuk has captivated audiences with his compelling performances in various works, starting with the web movie 'Love Buzz,' and continuing with 'Why Her?', 'The Tale of Nokdu,' and 'Check-in Hanyang.' Recently, he has also been recognized as a diligent talent through his appearances on the variety show 'Street Food Fighter.' In 'I'll Give You the Universe,' he demonstrated his broad acting spectrum.
Lee So-jung, Ten Asia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr