The reception of the Netflix Korean series "Into Your Time," a much-anticipated remake of the Taiwanese drama "Someday or One Day," has sparked a diverse array of opinions from its local audience.

On August 11th, Netflix Korea unveiled the tantalizing teaser trailer for "Into Your Time" through its social networking service channel, igniting excitement among fans.

The teaser featured scenes that bore a striking resemblance to the beloved moments from "Someday or One Day," including cassette tape nostalgia and school uniform-clad characters cruising on motorcycles, evoking a strong sense of sentimental longing.

However, the casting choice of actor Ahn Hyo Seop as the lead character Nam Si Hyun led to disappointment among Taiwanese netizens.

On August 14th, international news outlet '8world' reported that certain netizens voiced their observations after watching "Into Your Time," with some commenting, "The male lead has gained weight." A comparison between the original actor He Huang Han (32) and Ahn Hyo Seop highlighted Ahn Hyo Seop's relatively fuller appearance, making him appear less like a teenage boy.

He Huang Han, the actor who portrayed the original character, stands at a height of 178cm and weighs 69kg. In contrast, Ahn Hyo Seop boasts a taller stature at 188cm with a slender build.

The scrutiny of Ahn Hyo Seop's close-up shots seems to have led to some unintended misconceptions.

Contrary to these observations, the majority of netizens were quick to dismiss the notion that Ahn Hyo Seop had gained weight. Among the comments were sentiments such as "Ahn Hyo Seop gained weight? Really?" "Ahn Hyo Seop's taller, so it's natural for him to have a higher weight," and "Both Ahn Hyo Seop and He Huang Han have such charming smiles. The male lead's casting fits perfectly," reflecting an overwhelmingly positive perspective.

Shifting focus, Ahn Hyo Seop's previous performances have garnered notable acclaim. His portrayal of the male lead Seo Woo-jin in the 2020 SBS drama "Dr. Romantic 2" captivated audiences with his distinct style, earning him an Excellence Award at the prestigious SBS Drama Awards. Subsequently, in 2022, he took on the role of protagonist Kang Tae-moo in the SBS drama "The Office Blind Date," expanding his dedicated fan base and garnering international recognition as a talented actor.

Anticipation now surrounds the impending release of the Netflix drama "Into Your Time," starring Ahn Hyo Seop, scheduled to premiere on September 8th. The spotlight is fixated on whether the series has the potential to surpass the legacy of the original "Someday or One Day."

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Choi Si Hoon, known from Single’s Inferno and newlywed husband of singer Ailee, is facing backlash after being linked to a controversy from Wavve’s queer reality show ToGetHer.

Fans discovered that Choi is allegedly the CEO of the influencer agency representing Ri Won, a cast member now at the center of a growing scandal.

The situation started when castmate Han Gyeol spoke up, claiming Ri Won once suggested an overseas trip that felt more like a shady meeting than a casual hangout.

“I thought it was a fun vacation invite at first,” Han Gyeol said, “but when they started talking about meals and date-like things, I realized something was wrong. It felt like an inappropriate setup.”
Han Gyeol added, “Using someone’s sexuality as a shield for suspicious actions is not okay in this industry.”

Ri Won responded by saying it was all a misunderstanding and that the trip was mentioned casually during a conversation about food. “We joked about going to that country after talking about food,” Ri Won said.

However, things got more intense when Ri Won admitted to having a past as a 'beotbang' (adult streaming) BJ. “I know I’m not trustworthy right now, and I appeared on TV while hiding my past. That’s why I shared some proof—I was desperate,” Ri Won explained.

Ri Won also shared a blurred message from another cast member that accused them of fake dating and lying about knowing someone from Billboard. “You said you’d introduce me to a Billboard contact. Then give me their name and title,” the message read. “You just keep switching your targets.”

Ri Won replied, “He’s the team leader at Billboard Korea and also my influencer agency CEO.”
This comment led online users to dig deeper—and some claimed the CEO Ri Won mentioned is none other than Choi Si Hoon, Ailee’s husband.

Currently on his honeymoon with Ailee, Choi is now getting unwanted attention. Some netizens brought up his alleged past as an adult BJ and now, his possible involvement in this controversy.

On Ailee’s Instagram post from April 30, one fan wrote, “Unnie, sorry to bother you during your honeymoon, but please search Choi Si Hoon’s name. A female BJ said she’s signed to his company, and he supposedly arranged a meeting for her with a just-turned 19-year-old girl.”

As the issue grew, Ri Won spoke out again on May 1 to calm things down. “The person I mentioned in the messages was just someone who gave me advice,” Ri Won clarified. “He’s not my agency CEO, like some people assumed. I thought he could help with music, but he never made any business offer.”

Ri Won ended by saying, “I’m sorry for causing any confusion and discomfort to others with my personal remarks.”

So far, Choi Si Hoon and Ailee have not made public statements about the situation.

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