Kwak Dong-yeon Charms Viewers with Heartwarming Magic on 'Bogum Magical'

Actor Kwak Dong-yeon (28) is casting a 'harmless magic' that is warming the hearts of both village residents and home viewers alike. Previously, he was praised for his diligent demeanor on tvN's 'Finnish Boarding House,' which concluded in February last year, where he appeared alongside Lee Je-hoon, Lee Dong-hwi, and Cha Eun-woo.

In the tvN variety show 'Bogum Magical,' Kwak Dong-yeon is showcasing not only his adept cooking skills but also his friendly nature, significantly boosting the show's healing factor.

Kwak's 'healing chemistry' with the village residents is drawing attention. He warmly offers fish cake soup to the elders and kindly hands out snacks to children, attentively caring for the residents and spreading warmth. Notably, in episode 6, Kwak was moved by a drawing letter gifted by a child who enjoyed his fish-shaped bread, and he placed it in a prominent spot in the kitchen, bringing smiles to viewers. He also showed thoughtfulness by making an easily digestible cake for a grandmother's birthday and was genuinely touched by the gift he received in return, leaving a warm impression on the audience.

Kwak Dong-yeon, who reportedly learned the secret recipe from a fish-shaped bread master for 'Bogum Magical,' quickly sparked a 'fish-shaped bread hotspot' craze in the village with his skilled hands. With the arrival of part-time workers Park Hae-jun and Choi Dae-hoon, he had more time to showcase his unique sense by conducting an impromptu village broadcast for residents who frequently sought his fish-shaped bread. Thanks to his efforts, the shop soon became a warm gathering place for residents to share camaraderie.

Additionally, his fantastic chemistry with Park Bo-gum and Lee Sang-yi stands out. While they display a playful 'real friend' dynamic, Kwak doesn't miss a beat when not baking, tidying up around him, and even washing a customer's hair when Park Bo-gum is busy, demonstrating perfect teamwork and sense. As the cooking lead, he confidently prepares each meal, ensuring the members and part-timers are well-fed and energized.

Having previously showcased his 'practical all-rounder' skills in 'Finnish Boarding House' and 'Battle! Pengbong Pengbong,' Kwak Dong-yeon is proving to be an irreplaceable source of energy in 'Bogum Magical.' Thanks to his contributions, the show is consistently seeing a rise in viewership ratings each week, earning praise as a 'harmless dopamine variety show.'

'Bogum Magical' airs every Friday at 8:35 PM.

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