During the showcase for the final episode of Lovely Runner, Byeon Woo Seok became visibly emotional, shedding tears as he was overwhelmed by the audience’s enthusiastic response. His co-star, Song Geon Hee, noticed his distress and immediately went to comfort him, creating a touching and memorable moment that fans often reminisce about.
Lovely Runner has become one of the standout K-dramas of 2024, earning significant success and acclaim throughout its run. Byeon Woo Seok, who played the lead role of Ryu Sunjae, experienced a wave of love and admiration from the audience during the show’s finale, which deeply moved him.
In this touching scene, as Byeon Woo Seok grappled with his emotions, Song Geon Hee, despite their on-screen rivalry, stepped in with a supportive gesture. Their bond, highlighted by this moment of compassion, has been endearingly noted by fans, who find their off-screen friendship just as charming as their on-screen performances.
The drama, based on Kim Bbang’s web novel The Best of Tomorrow, follows the story of Ryu Seon Jae, a famous celebrity, and his devoted fan, Im Sol. After Ryu Seon Jae tragically takes his own life, Im Sol is given a chance to travel back in time and prevent his death by forming a close relationship with his younger self.
The cast also features Kim Hye Yoon, Lee Seung Hyun, Jung Young Joo, Seo Hye Won, and Song Ji Ho. Directed by Yoon Jong Ho and written by Lee Shi Eun, Lovely Runner airs new episodes every Monday and Tuesday at 20:50 KST and is set to run for 16 episodes in total.
