Son Woo Hyeon is a South Korean actor who was born on November 30, 1989. He first made a name for himself when he appeared in the drama series “Miss Ripley” in 2011, following up with a role in “Myung Wol the Spy” (2012). After a brief hiatus, he returned in 2016 with the series “Blow Breeze” and his movie debut with “Fork Lane” (2017). More recently, he appeared in the dramas “Tale of the Nine-Tailed” and “To My Star” (both 2020).

Son Woo Hyeon

The world of social media can be a toxic one, especially when one is driven to appear perfect and happy at all times. For Song Jeong A (Jin Seo Yeon), Kim Na Young (Cha Ye Ryun), and Oh Yoo Jin (Park Hyo Joo), the need to appear perfect has driven them so far over the edge, that they’ve made it their mission to destroy each other’s happiness.

Despite being from completely different backgrounds, Jeong A, Na Young, and Yoo Jin are all affluent mothers who use their social media accounts to portray themselves and their families in a perfect light. Constantly trying to outdo each other, the three women will stop at nothing to ensure their picture-perfect happiness trumps that of the other two. But when one of the three warring mothers dies a sudden and mysterious death, the perfect lives of the surviving two come under severe scrutiny.

As the surviving mothers attempt to hide the truth behind their idealistic social posts, Jang Mi Ho (Lee El), a working-class mother who has always seen past the perfect exteriors of the warring mothers, is determined to reveal the truth. Going up against such powerful women, will Mi Ho be able to expose the lies the other mothers have tried so hard to hide?

Based on the novel of the same name by Joo Young Ha, “Battle for Happiness” is a thrilling 2023 South Korean mystery crime drama directed by Kim Yoon Cheol.&nbsp;

Battle for Happiness

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Kang Seo Joon (Son Woo Hyeon) was once one of South Korea’s top actors. But his career took a nosedive, and he fell into a funk of depression and despair. Some time ago, he met a handsome young chef by the name of Han Ji Woo (Kim Kang Min). Although their outlooks on life were very different, the two men formed a close bond – and love eventually blossomed between them.

For a time, Kang Seo Joon and Han Ji Woo were happy, believing they had finally found a lover who could support and cherish them. But this happiness threatens to crumble into dust one day when Han Ji Woo vanishes from Kang Seo Joon’s life – leaving nothing but a short note. Will they reunite? And will Kang Seo Joon ever be able to forgive Han Ji Woo if their paths ever cross again?

“To My Star 2” is a 2022 South Korean movie that was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

To My Star 2 (Movie)

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As the first son of a wealthy and important government official, Baek Yi Kang (Jo Jung Suk) ought to have grown up with the world at his feet. Unfortunately, that wasn't the case. Being the illegitimate son of his father’s wife’s handmaid, Yi Kang spent his entire life being looked down upon by those around him, simply because his mother was part of a much lower social class. Downtrodden and practically an outcast, Yi Kang’s life has never been easy; however, the same can’t be said for his younger brother.

The only legitimate son of their father, Baek Yi Hyun (Yoon Shi Yoon) has known nothing but luxury and privilege his entire life. Having received an elite education in Japan, Yi Hyun has returned to his father’s home to prepare for the national civil service exam. Despite having different mothers, Yi Hyun has always treated his older brother well, but when rumblings of a peasant uprising begin to spread, things between the brothers become rather strained. Caught between these two brothers and the growing tension between them, is Song Ja In (Yeri Han), the daughter of a well-known and respected peddlers group who dreams of becoming the best merchant in all of Joseon.

With her own part to play in the impending uprising, Ja In’s involvement only serves to cause more tension between the brothers as Yi Kang sides with the lower classes while Yi Hyun sympathizes with upper classes. Can the strength of these brother’s bonds withstand the trials ahead or will their different ideologies eventually tear them apart?

Inspired by the events of the Donghak Peasant Revolution, “The Nokdu Flower” is a 2019 South Korean historical drama directed by Shin Kyung Soo.

The Nokdu Flower

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Kang Seo Joon (Son Woo Hyeon), a once-famous celebrity, finds renewed hope when he meets the charming chef Han Ji Woo (Kim Kang Min). As their undeniable chemistry blossoms into a passionate romance, it seems like they've discovered their perfect happily ever after. However, their love story takes a heartbreaking twist when one of them suddenly disappears, leaving only a note behind. Desperate and lost, Seo Joon and Ji Woo must confront the possibility that their fairy tale may have come to an abrupt end. Will love be enough to bridge the gap between them, or has fate sealed their tragic fate? The sequel to 2021’s “To My Star,” this 2022 South Korean romantic comedy BL drama was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

To My Star 2

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A married couple with children prepares for divorce after 40 years of living together. The father does not agree to the divorce, and his three daughters, Gwang Nam, Gwang Sik, and Gwang Tae, don't understand why. The mother, who has lived through many challenges, is murdered while processing the divorce. All the family members, including the father and the Revolutionary Sisters, become suspects. On top of that, a romantic conflict sparks between the sisters. Will the father and the Revolutionary Sisters be safe? Who could be the murderer among them?

Revolutionary Sisters

Actor Kang Seo Joon (Son Woo Hyun) was once one of South Korea’s biggest and most popular stars, but his career is now in decline.

But despite his fall in popularity, he believes he has had a change of fortune when he meets and falls for a dashing young chef named Han Ji Woo (Kim Kang Min).

Despite having wildly different personalities, the two begin on a relationship. But their love comes under threat when the more conservative Han Ji Woo and the free-spirited Kang Seo Joon realize that their outlook on life, love, and everything else appears irrevocably different.

“To My Star” is a 2020 South Korean movie that was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

To My Star (Movie)

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Actor Kang Seo Joon (Son Woo Hyeon) was once one of South Korea’s brightest and most popular stars. But his career appears set to take a fatal nosedive following his latest scandal, and he now fears that he may have hit rock bottom. His talent agency wants to help him evade news reporters who are trying to track him down, so the agency’s CEO arranges for him to move in with the dashing and talented young chef Han Ji Woo (Kim Kang Min). Ji Woo and Seo Joon have wildly different personalities, but they both feel the pull of attraction and begin to work together on projects that pool their respective talents. Could a romantic relationship follow, or will their differences prove irreconcilable? This 2020 South Korean BL drama series was directed by Hwang Da Seul.

To My Star

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A popular make-up artist, known for his never-ending quest for perfection, Cha Jung Hyeok (Joo Sang Wook) was at the top of his game. But destiny, it seemed, wouldn’t let him stay there for long. Now unemployed and drowning in debt, Jung Hyeok is desperate to find a way out of this most miserable of slumps; but he’s not the only one.

An idol trainee for the past ten years, Han Soo Yeon (Kim Bo Ra) is desperate to finally get her big break. Deciding it’s now or never, she agrees to participate in an idol audition program, but fails to make the cut. Booted from the program, Soo Yeon finds herself wondering if this is really the path she’s meant to take in life.

Desperation and destiny come together in unexpected ways when Jung Hyeok and Soo Yeon cross paths. After finally landing a much-needed job as a make-up artist, Jung Hyeok agrees to take Soo Yeon under his wing. Noticing that his new assistant shows an incredible aptitude for the art, Jung Hyeok is happy to teach her everything he knows. As the two grow closer, they slowly learn to let go of the broken dreams of the past as they steadily walk towards a future full of bright new dreams, together.

A fun romantic romp, “Touch” is a 2020 Viki Original romantic comedy drama directed by Min Yeon Hong.

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