'He was no joke!' - Hwang Min-hyun's transition from K-pop sensation to Study Group drama lead

    K-pop star Hwang Min-hyun gears up for a lead role in tvN's 'Study Group', a drama based on a popular webtoon. Journeying from NU'EST to the big screen, he's a force to reckon with.

    Hwang Min-hyun (Source: LatestLY)

    Hwang Min-hyun (Source: LatestLY)

    The K-pop Prodigy: Hwang Min-hyun's Dramatic Pivot

    Picture this: NU'EST's dynamic Hwang Min-hyun, the man who's been creating ripples in the K-pop ocean, is about to stir the drama waters. Pledis Entertainment recently made waves with their announcement. Hwang Min-hyun, their crown jewel, has snagged the role of Yoon Ga Min in 'Study Group', set to be shot later this year. The drama, as reported by Pinkvilla, is a rendition of a webtoon. Yoon Ga Min, a seemingly stellar student, has a knack for brawls rather than books. The paradox? He's at the 'worst school on earth', Yuseong Technical High School.

    The Light & Shadow of Hwang Min-hyun

    On the surface, Yoon Ga Min exudes innocence: flawless skin, horn-rimmed glasses, and an aura of sheer diligence. But there's a twist - he's nothing short of unpredictable, toting grades that linger at the class's abyss. It's not the first time Hwang Min-hyun is immersing himself in the drama world. With stints in tvN dramas like 'Alchemy Of Souls' and 'My Lovely Liar' post his debut in 'Live On', Hwang Min-hyun is proving himself a versatile sensation.

    Hwang Min-hyun (Source: Nameste Hallyu)

    But there's more to the tale of Hwang Min-hyun than meets the eye. A recent interaction with BTS' SUGA on BANGTANTV unveiled some candid details. Recalling his initiation into Pledis Entertainment, Hwang reminisces, "I'm from Busan, and I was casted in the street outside the school." But what caught our attention was his anecdote about his trainee days. Believe it or not, consuming 1.2L of milk daily was his Achilles' heel. Why? To boost his height! "That was harder than training," he chuckles, reminiscing how finishing his milk quota was a prelude to his rigorous sessions.

    All in all, as we eagerly await Hwang Min-hyun's portrayal of Yoon Ga Min, one thing is crystal clear: his journey from the bustling streets of Busan to the shimmering galaxy of K-pop and drama is truly awe-inspiring.

    (Several parts of the text in this article, including the title, were generated with the help of an AI tool.)