Chu Young-woo and Jo Yi-hyun Spark Chemistry Ahead of 'Gyeonwoo and Jiknyeo' Premiere

Actors Chu Young-woo and Jo Yi-hyun, stars of the upcoming drama Gyeonwoo and Jiknyeo, captivated fans at KCON JAPAN 2025, showcasing the strong anticipation for their on-screen chemistry.

The drama, produced by Studio Dragon and set to premiere on tvN this June, follows a boy destined to die and a young shaman determined to save him, weaving a tale of fearless first love and salvation among 18-year-olds. The series will be available on tvN, TVING, and Amazon Prime Video, reaching audiences worldwide.

From May 9 to 11, Chu Young-woo and Jo Yi-hyun attended KCON JAPAN 2025 at Makuhari Messe, Chiba Prefecture, where they were met with enthusiastic support from local fans. The event aimed to bridge K-drama and K-POP fandoms, expanding the global reach of Korean content. Despite the drama not yet airing, the actors' every move drew passionate reactions from the audience, proving the high level of interest in the series.



On May 10, the second day of the event, Chu and Jo took part in the "Drama Showcase," where they introduced Gyeonwoo and Jiknyeo for the first time. Jo Yi-hyun expressed her excitement, saying, "I'm thrilled to introduce Gyeonwoo and Jiknyeo in front of so many fans." The showcase featured the first teaser of the drama, character introductions, and a game corner highlighting the chemistry between the two leads, raising expectations for the series.

At the end of the showcase, Chu Young-woo expressed his gratitude in Japanese, saying, "It was a pleasure to share Gyeonwoo and Jiknyeo with the fans today. Please show lots of love for the drama." His words were met with applause and cheers from the audience.

Subsequently, the two actors also took to the M Countdown stage to greet global fans. Jo Yi-hyun, experiencing KCON for the first time, shared, "It’s my first time at KCON, and it’s amazing to see how music brings people together." Chu Young-woo added, "For us, acting is always about encountering new characters and worlds. Through KCON, I realized once again the powerful language of music." Their words left a strong impression on the crowd.

Moreover, the actors used the opportunity to address the importance of improving educational environments for young girls worldwide, delivering a meaningful message to the thousands of fans gathered at the event.

Original Korean article by Lee Yejin, Xportsnews reporter
Photo Credit: KCON JAPAN 2025

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This article is a translated version of the original Korean article published by Xportsnews. AI was used to support the translation process, and while efforts have been made to ensure accuracy, some expressions may differ slightly from the original.

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