Actor Ryu Un is vividly portraying the growth of the floating youth, Yoo Jin Woo.
In the Genie TV original drama ‘Namib’ (written by Um Sung Min, directed by Han Sang Jae and Kang Min Goo), Ryu Un is making a mark by expressing the various facets of the trainee Yoo Jin Woo, who chases his dream of becoming a singer, from the vibrant face of youth to the sorrowful inner wounds.
In the drama, Yoo Jin Woo (played by Ryu Un) was a long-term trainee at Pandora Entertainment but was suddenly released and burdened with his mother's debt of 200 million won. During this time, the star producer Kang Soo Hyun (played by Ko Hyun Jung), who was wrongfully dismissed, appeared before him, and the two joined hands for their respective goals and dreams.
As a star producer, Kang Soo Hyun quickly recognized Yoo Jin Woo's potential and talent, but there was one problem with Yoo Jin Woo. Due to his parents, who had only used his shining talent as a means to make money, Yoo Jin Woo had been filled with wounds and scars in both body and mind since childhood. However, with the support of Kang Soo Hyun, who wraps his wounds, and producer Shim Joon Seok (played by Yoon Sang Hyun), Yoo Jin Woo reignited his determination, and his sincere song showcased at the ‘Star Rise’ audition captured public attention.
The story of Yoo Jin Woo, a character with deep wounds as well as outstanding talent, is portrayed even more densely through Ryu Un's acting. While showing a playful side like any other high school student when with friends, he also expresses the underlying loneliness from not receiving complete love from his parents, representing a youth that cannot settle anywhere.
Additionally, in the last broadcast, he expressed the precariousness of not being able to hide his anxious feelings when his hidden wounds were revealed, stirring the hearts of viewers. He also showcased stage manners typical of an idol trainee, further attracting interest in the character of Yoo Jin Woo.
As Yoo Jin Woo begins to soar towards his dreams, showing prominence in the first stage of the ‘Star Rise’ audition, expectations are high for Ryu Un's portrayal of Yoo Jin Woo's challenges.
The Genie TV original drama ‘Namib’, where you can witness the activities of the youth Ryu Un that you want to watch and support at every moment, airs every Monday and Tuesday at 10 PM on ENA, and streaming is available for free immediately after the broadcast on KT Genie TV and Genie TV Mobile.
[Kim So Yeon, Star Today Reporter]
