Certified heartthrob, model and actor Byeon Woo-seok is officially crossing into the world of K‑Pop. The Lovely Runner star has been confirmed as a presenter at this year's K‑World Dream Awards, one of South Korea's most anticipated music events.
The awards ceremony, set to take place in Seoul this August 21, is known for bringing together the biggest names in K‑Pop, and now, K‑Drama's leading men.
Byun Woo‑seok soft-spoken charm and swoon-worthy visuals have made him a fan favorite not just in South Korea, but across Asia and the rest of the world, making him perfect to host the K-World Dream Awards.
His appearance as a presenter marks the first time he'll take the stage in a music-centric event of this magnitude. Industry watchers see it as a strategic move for the actor, signaling a broader entertainment profile that could include endorsements, MC work, or even collaborations with idols.
Fans are already buzzing about his appearance, and speculating which K‑Pop groups he might interact with onstage. Some hope for a reunion with his Record of Youth co-star Park Bo‑gum, who is also rumored to attend.
According to local media outlet K‑En News, organizers selected Byun for his "positive image and overwhelming popularity with Gen Z viewers." With over 3 million followers on Instagram and fan clubs sprouting in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Japan, he's one of the most bankable faces of his generation.
The K‑World Dream Awards, which honor top K‑Pop acts based on global popularity and chart success, are set to be broadcast live across multiple platforms, including TikTok Live and V Live. Past presenters have included Lee Jun‑ho, Han So‑hee, and BTS's Jin before his military enlistment.
Byun's participation adds a dash of drama-world glamor to the already star-studded music event, bridging the ever-blurring line between Korea's music and screen industries. And if the red carpet history of these events tells us anything, fans can expect swoon-worthy fashion, viral fancams, and maybe—just maybe—a surprise stage interaction.
With his career in full bloom, Byun Woo‑seok seems ready to own every stage—drama set or music award podium.
