The situation
CIX's Hyunsuk has been cast in the TVING drama "Study Group 2" as Ji Younghyun, a character with strong charisma who drives the plot's tension. The drama is based on a popular webtoon and follows a group of students as they form a study group in a high school known for its poor academic performance. Hyunsuk's casting comes after he signed an exclusive contract with Management Run and is set to appear in another drama, "Choi Ae's Temple", on August 3.
What the internet did with it
- Netizens on Theqoo seem generally unbothered by the news, with some commenting on Hyunsuk's *눈치 (intuition) for choosing projects — "he really knows how to pick roles that will get him noticed."
- The drama's second season is expected to explore the characters' growth and past stories, as well as reveal more about the large-scale evil plot, which may explain why Hyunsuk's character is being introduced now.
- Hyunsuk's acting experience, including his roles in web dramas like "When I Fell in Love with the Boss" and "The Probability of Meeting Romance While Traveling Season 3.5", suggests he may bring a unique energy to the role of Ji Younghyun.
The open question
The exact release date for "Study Group 2" has not been confirmed, leaving fans wondering when they can expect to see Hyunsuk in his new role — a specific premiere date has not been announced beyond the fact that filming is currently underway.
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