Ahn Hyo-seop Shines in 'Onward to Victory' with His Versatile Performance
Ahn Hyo-seop is capturing attention with his impressive performance. After expanding his global popularity with the role of Jin-woo in Netflix's 'K-Pop Demon Hunters' released last June, Ahn has returned to the small screen this year with 'Onward to Victory'. The drama recorded a 3.3% viewership rating for its first two episodes.

In the SBS Wednesday-Thursday drama 'Onward to Victory', which premiered on the 22nd, Ahn Hyo-seop showcases his presence as Matthew Lee, a character who hides warmth behind a sensitive and prickly exterior.

Ahn Hyo-seop (as Matthew Lee) leads the drama as a young farmer cultivating mushrooms in Deokpung Village. Despite his cold demeanor, he displays a charming contrast by taking care of various village tasks, from repairing the community center's antenna to chopping wood, removing beehives, and making kimchi.

In a scene where he blocks a village bus with a tractor to address the inconvenience caused to the elderly by its hasty operation, Matthew Lee's composed yet powerful speech highlights his 'tough exterior, soft interior' nature.

Ahn Hyo-seop Shines in 'Onward to Victory' with His Versatile Performance
His genuine passion for the white flower mushroom he cultivates is also noteworthy. He prohibits the foreman from playing music to ensure workers focus solely on the mushrooms and even rejects a proposal to increase orders to maintain quality. Ahn naturally portrays Matthew Lee's gentle side when dealing with mushrooms.

The comedic aspect of Ahn's performance shines when Matthew Lee starts getting involved with show host Dam Ye-jin (played by Chae Won-bin), who suddenly appears. Despite their bickering on a narrow path, he humorously measures the width with his arms to prevent his tractor from hitting her car.

The ongoing interactions with Dam Ye-jin surrounding the white flower mushroom raise expectations for their developing relationship and romance. Matthew Lee's adorable antics, pretending not to know the mushroom farm owner in front of Dam Ye-jin but bickering whenever their eyes meet, add to the fun.

Interest is growing in Ahn Hyo-seop's new charm, which oscillates between healing and comedy. As he unfolds a multi-dimensional character amidst various events, anticipation builds for the laughter and excitement he will bring.

'Onward to Victory' airs every Wednesday and Thursday at 9 PM.

Lee So-jung, TenAsia Reporter forusojung@tenasia.co.kr
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