Choi Hyun Wook Update 2023: Breakout Star Confirmed For Big Projects

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After building his name from scratch, Choi Hyun Wook is now one of the successful rising stars courted for more big projects. As he has proven his potential, it is safe to say that the young star has a bright career ahead.

This 2023, let's know what's in store for the celebrity.

Choi Hyun Wook Receives Trophies on The Year of His Debut

Starting from his short yet noteworthy performance in the 2021 drama "Taxi Driver," Choi Hyun Wook was able to book another project in the same year through SBS' "Racket Boys."

Amazingly, with his first two acting works, the rookie actor immediately bagged the Best New Actor Award, marking his early success.

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In the same year, he made a special cameo in tvN's adventure series "Jirisan," led by legendary stars Ju Ji Hoon, Jun Ji Hyun, Oh Sung Je, and Sung Dong Il.

Choi Hyun Wook Star in 'Twenty Five, Twenty One' & 'Weak Hero Class 1'

Choi Hyun Wook welcomed 2022 with a bang as he participated in the Netflix drama "Twenty Five, Twenty One." He played the character of Moon Ji Woong, a high school student loyal to his first love Ko Yu Rim (Bona).

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In this drama, he starred alongside Nam Joo Hyuk, Kim Tae Ri, Lee Joo Myung, and idol-actress Bona. Through this work, the 20-year-old actor rose to stardom and his acting skills were commended.

With his notable acting credentials, Choi Hyun Wook is challenged for more exciting and bigger roles.

ALSO READ: Did You Know? Most of Choi Hyun Wook's Scenes in 'Weak Hero Class 1' Were Ad-Libs

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Choi Hyun Wook

In the last quarter of 2022, he made a small screen return in Wavve's "Weak Hero Class 1." It is the drama adaptation of the famous webtoon of the same name. Though he played the character of a high school student, Hyun Wook broke the stereotype of his previous role.

What's Next For Choi Hyun Wook This 2023

Following his back-to-back works, Choi Hyun Wook is booked for more projects. 

The rookie is confirmed to join Jung Hae In and Koo Kyo Hwan in the much-awaited second sequel of Netflix's "D.P." He is said to play the role of Shin A Whi.

Choi Hyun Wook is also rumored to headline the fantasy thriller series "Hi Cookie." It features the story of a high school elite student who gets swallowed up by dangerous cookies that make people's dreams come true. He might team up for the first time with "Little Women" actress Nam Ji Hyun in this drama once the casting is confirmed.

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