Choo Young-woo Shines in Dual Roles in 'Gyeonwoo and Seonnyeo'

Actor Choo Young-woo is captivating audiences with his dual roles.

Choo Young-woo is currently starring in the tvN drama 'Gyeonwoo and Seonnyeo' (directed by Kim Yong-wan, written by Yang Ji-hoon, produced by CJ ENM, Studio Dragon, Dexter Pictures, and IO Contents Group), where he seamlessly transitions between the contrasting characters of 'Bae Gyeon-woo' and 'Bong-soo', showcasing his impeccable acting balance.

In the drama, Choo Young-woo plays Bae Gyeon-woo, a character destined for an ill fate, bringing the character to life with his nuanced portrayal of emotional highs and lows. Bae Gyeon-woo, who is always on guard fearing his misfortune might affect others, begins to open his heart after meeting his first love, Park Seong-ah (played by Jo Yi-hyun). His sincere confession of feelings has filled the audience with excitement, and his charming portrayal of a straightforward romance has amplified the character's appeal.

Bong-soo, on the other hand, is a character created as an evil spirit by Yeomhwa (played by Choo Ja-hyun) to serve as her guardian deity. Despite sharing the same face as Bae Gyeon-woo, Bong-soo has a completely opposite personality. Behind his innocent smile lies a mysterious intent, and his blunt demeanor adds a refreshing dynamic to the drama. Bong-soo's trauma from gunshots, which causes him to cry like a child, has piqued curiosity about his past.

Choo Young-woo skillfully distinguishes the two characters through subtle changes in his gaze, expressions, and voice. He portrays Bae Gyeon-woo's struggle against misfortune with heartfelt emotion, while also bringing out Bong-soo's carefree yet secretive nature, adding depth to the storyline. The drama hints at Bae Gyeon-woo's evolving abilities, as he gains new insights.

Meanwhile, 'Gyeonwoo and Seonnyeo' airs every Monday and Tuesday at 8:50 PM on tvN.

Reporter: Kim Se-ah, TenAsia haesmik@tenasia.co.kr