Im Si Wan 임시완

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*** MMA fighter Choo Sung Hoon has talked about his friendships with ISW during April 15th broadcast of MBC’s “The Manager,” where he appeared as a guest. The episode featured him training with his students at the gym, including a sparring match between him and Im Siwan. During their match, Choo Sung Hoon adorably commented, “I can’t hit your face,” while Im Siwan responded with a laugh, “It’s okay.” After their sparring match, they wrapped up with a hug. In the evening, Choo Sung Hoon and Im Siwan went to dinner with their other friends, where the two revealed how they became close. He even attended Im Siwan’s fan meeting, of which Siwan commented, “After my fan meeting ended, the buzz was all about how I was close with Choo Sung Hoon. It was all ‘what on earth are you going around doing?'” They revealed that they met 12 years ago at an event and have been close for the past decade.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://entertain.naver.com/now/read?oid=009&aid=0005116972

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*** Im SiWan and Choo SungHoon's sparring match is indeed a highlight for me. They might seem like an unlikely pair, but they show to be close friends. At first, SungHoon doesn't feel right hitting SiWan's good-looking face, but he tells him not to hold back. The two exchange a flurry of blows that gets my heart pumping whenever SiWan took hits from a trained athlete.  

 

 

https://youtu.be/Sj50O_pmx6c

video source : Kpopmap

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Kim Do-hyun, Kim Min-ho, Kim Sung-cheol, Kim Jong-kook, Lee Sung-min, Im Si-wan, Jun Hyun-moo, Jung Kyung-ho

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : Hancinema

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 Choo Sung Hoon with Siwan in "The Manager" (MBC, april 2023)

 

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*** I'm not an introvert but, I had fun watching this drama. It's one of my favorites. Amongst the list, I've only seen this drama.  

 

 

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8 Heartwarming K-Dramas For Introverts To Enjoy

 

 

An introvert is often described as someone who likes to spend time on their own. They are happy to focus on their inner thoughts and ideas, preferring the company of a few. Reflective and self aware, introverts prefer hibernating in their own self-made islands. K-dramas have given us several poignant narratives, delving into the minds of introverts, from slice of life scenarios to heartwarming stories. Here are eight K-dramas which make for perfect viewing for introverts as well as for those who are not.

 

 

“Summer Strike”

 

 

Yeo Reum (Seolhyun) has never got her due at work and is dumped by her boyfriend. Losing her mother in an accident is the final straw for her to quit her life in Seoul. Burnt out and tired, she feels liberated as she moves to a small seaside town. Here she meets a reticent and kindhearted librarian named Ahn Dae Beom (Im Siwan). Dae Beom had been a math genius with a promising future, but his circumstances had other things in store for him.

The slow-burn romance between these two introverted souls is amusing to watch as well as heartwarming. And the drama espouses how not everyone needs to adhere to societal norms and its diktats. A well-written narrative with wholesome characters, “Summer Strike” is worth a watch.

 

Start watching “Summer Strike”:

 

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credit : soompi news

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5 Life Dramas To Check Out This Week: ‘Call It Love,’ ‘Our Blues,’ More

 

With a generous number of options, you might find it difficult to look for the perfect K-Drama that suits your taste.

 

If you're looking for a well-written series that offers a string of heartfelt emotions and nostalgia, then here are some K-Drama recommendations that you should check out this week.

 

 

'Summer Strike'

Seolhyun and Im Siwan's "Summer Strike" is a must watch drama that follows the simple lives of people living in a quiet village.

 

 

It gives off a sense of nostalgia as the two lead stars take the viewers on a journey around their neighborhood.

 

From young children to fly kites and the adults who busy themselves with gossip, "Summer Strike" certainly offers a piece of home.

 

 

It also perfectly captures the hardships of young adults who are slowly losing themselves to their profession, and are in need of a pause from their demanding lives.

 

"Summer Strike" is also a tearjerker as some episodes focus on failed dreams, betrayal, grief and forgiveness.

 

 

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source : https://www.kdramastars.com/articles/129328/20230423/5-life-dramas-check-out-this-week-call-it-love-our-blues.htm

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*** On April 25, JTBC reported that ISW may be starring in a new drama soon, titled ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’. I hope he's going to take the offer. This is set in mid-to-late 1980s. The drama is a suspense genre that tells the story of students at an agricultural high school in Chungcheong Province. He was reportedly offered the role of Jang Byung Tae, a small and weak boy living in Onyang in South Chungcheong Province. Jang Byung Tae, who is at the bottom of the school’s social ladder, transfers to the neighboring Buyeo Agricultural High School. There, he faces an unexpected incident that becomes a turning point in his life. Wait & see for MORE updates................ 

 

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://entertain.naver.com/read?oid=437&aid=0000340605

 

 

 

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Im Siwan In Talks To Star In New Suspense Drama Set In 1980s

 

 

Im Siwan may be starring in a new drama soon!

 

On April 25, JTBC reported that Im Siwan will star in director Lee Myung Woo’s upcoming drama “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” (literal translation).

 

In response to the report, Im Siwan’s agency Plum A&C shared, “Im Siwan received an offer to star in the new drama ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ and is currently reviewing it.”

 

Set in the backdrop of mid-to-late 1980s, “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” is a suspense drama that tells the story of students at an agricultural high school in Chungcheong Province. Director Lee Myung Woo who helmed the dramas “The Fiery Priest” and “Backstreet Rookie” is in charge of production.

 

Im Siwan was reportedly offered the role of Jang Byung Tae, a small and weak boy living in Onyang in South Chungcheong Province. Jang Byung Tae, who is at the bottom of the school’s social ladder, transfers to the neighboring Buyeo Agricultural High School. There, he faces an unexpected incident that becomes a turning point in his life.

 

Stay tuned for more updates!

 

In the meantime, watch Im Siwan in “Summer Strike”:

 

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credit : soompi news

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*** Kwanghee just started a brand new series called "Domestic Gift Factory". For the very first episode, he invited long time friend and ZE:A groupmate, Im SiWan as the first guest. Although it had been a while since the two last met, they  provided loads of laughter and never-ending joy. Although the episode was only 15 minutes long, the two had numerous entertaining reactions that's hard to forget. Whenever they appear on variety shows, they display a Tom and Jerry relationship. The two are quick to bicker with one another, and that fact doesn't change on this show. It's entertaining to watch them interact and playfully squabble with one another over the tiniest things, like mispronouncing a word. Since they've been together for a long time, it's naturally that the two know a lot about each other. On the show, the two share nostalgic, yet funny episodes, and old pictures.  

 

 

 

 

 

https://youtu.be/BBde46w7o44

 

 

 

 

source : https://www.kpopmap.com/3-highlights-between-kwanghee-and-yim-siwan-on-domestic-gift-factory/

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*** Im Si-wan  is considering a new drama, which curiously has the same title as the film Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon in Korean. Taking place in 1980s, the suspense story will be set around a high school in the South Chungcheong province. Still in the planning stages, PD Lee Myung-woo (One Ordinary Day, The Fiery Priest) is attached to direct. [JTBC]  

 

 

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Im Si Wan on the Red Carpet for the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards 2023

 

 

 

 

 

source : Hancinema

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*** Siwan all black on the red carpet in the afternoon of the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards, which were held at Paradise City, Unseo-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon on April 28, 2023.  

 

 

 

photo source : https://k-star-holic.blogspot.com/2023/04/siwan-black-charisma.html

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*** On April 30th, Im Si Wan and Park Bo Gum together again were posted on various online communities. They participated in the 2023 Seoul Half Marathon that began at Gwanghwamun Square at 8 a.m. earlier on the same day. It was reported that they were together with Seoul Mayor Oh Se Hoon, Sean, and former football player Jo Won Hee and many more....... Despite of their packed schedules, they can still spent time running together.  

 

 

 

 

 

source : https://www.wikitree.co.kr/articles/849439

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*** Twitter user asked netizens to list the most healthy K-Drama couples and one of the best according to fans is the "Run On" couple, starring Im Si Wan and Shin Se Kyung. This romance drama has all the necessary elements to be anyone’s comfort show. Si Wan plays the role of track star Kim Seon Gyeom, and Se Kyung plays Oh Mi Joo, a film translator. 

Highlight of the show: The “Ramyeon” scene. 

 

 

 

 

 

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11 Inspiring Sports-Themed K-Dramas To Watch

 

 

There is nothing that beats a good sports drama, whether it is football, baseball, soccer, badminton, or swimming, the list is endless. You don’t have to be a sportsperson or even be into sports to enjoy a sports drama. The line between reel and real gets blurred, and as the momentum builds up, there’s a feeling of an adrenaline rush in anticipation of the final strike, bout, or the winning goal. So let’s game, set, and read about 11 sports-themed K-dramas that will make you laugh, cry, cheer, and learn some valuable life lessons on the way.

 

 

 “Run On”

 

 

“Of all the things I have loved, why have I never loved myself,” says Ki Seon Gyeom (Im Siwan), a champion sprinter.

Seon Gyeom, a self righteous young man, is not one to bask in his achievements. He takes down bullies in the team and stands up against the discrepancies even at the risk of getting disqualified. He takes to training with his focus being to hone the talent of those who lack resources. He meets Oh Mi Joo (Shin Se Kyung), a hardworking and passionate film translator who has battled sexism at the workplace but stands up for herself. After meeting Mi Joo, Seon Gyeom realizes it is okay to vent out all his pent-up feelings. Not happy being a sprinter, he takes to being an agent, a job he enjoys more. There’s also Seo Dan Ah (Sooyoung), the brusque CEO of a sports management company.

Having given up her dream to play soccer, she craves true love and friendship. Lee Young Hwa (Kang Tae Oh), an optimistic and sensitive art student, befriends Seon Gyeom and Dan Ah.

As these four individuals traverse the road to self discovery, they learn valuable lessons in self-love and self-belief.

 

“Run On” is about taking charge of your destiny, articulating what you feel, and being free of the shackles one tends to bind oneself with. It also addresses several issues of toxic parenting and performance pressure as well as bullying, class divide, and same sex love.

 

 

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credit : soompi news

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Siwan at the 59th Baeksang Arts Awards 

 

 

 

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Acc. to StarNews, JungHaein and YimSiwan depart today to Scotland for JTBC's new traveling variety "Actors On Trip: 88z Trip is Your First Time, Right?". The same-aged friends are expected to visit famous whiskey brewery for the show

 

 

 

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Jung Haein and Yim Siwan filming in Edinburgh

 

 

 

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SIWAN is in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland 

 

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