Twinkling Watermelon actor Ryeoun is all set to appear in his next venture, Weak Hero Class 2. Recently, the actor confirmed that the filming of his upcoming series has been completed and that it may premiere next year.
The first installment of Weak Hero Class aired in 2022 and became an instant hit. It starred Park Ji-Hoon and Choi Hyun-Wook in lead roles. In the second season, Ji-Hoon will return, while Hyun-Wook’s on-screen son from Twinkling Watermelon, Ryeoun, will replace him as the main lead.
The new youth drama will also star Bae Na-Ra, Lee Min-Jae, Lee Jun-Young, and Choi Min-Young. You Su-Min returns as the screenwriter of the series and is also directing season 2. Park Dhan-Hee helmed the first season.
Twinkling Watermelon star Ryeoun confirms Weak Hero Class 2 premiere
In a recent event, Ryeoun confirmed the release month of Weak Hero Class 2. While interacting with the media at a Hong Kong event, he mentioned that he had wrapped up the filming of the second season. He further stated that the cast had a wrap-up celebration and that the series is set to premiere in January 2025.
Based on a webtoon, the series revolves around how a student fights against bullies in school. He makes two best friends, and their techniques help them survive at school. Although the storyline looks similar to many K-dramas, the characters are well-written, and thus season 1 became quite popular.
In the upcoming season, Ji-Hoon as Yeon Shi-Eun will transfer to a new school with Ryeoun as Park Hu-Min. They will face a violent and notorious group of kids named Alliance. Na-Ra and Jun-Young as Na Baek-Jin and Kaum Seong-Je, respectively, will play the school bullies of this group.
With new faces and an interesting plot, Weak Hero Class 2 is all set to air next year in January on Netflix.
