Hyun Bin’s Shockingly Dramatic Body Transformation Goes Viral

Actor Hyun Bin is returning to the drama scene after a six-year hiatus with the upcoming Disney+ original series, Made in Korea. As he takes on this new role, he expressed his hopes for a similar success to his previous work, Crash Landing on You.

On December 15, the press conference for the series was held in Gangnam, where he explained his drastic physical transformation.

I gained about 13-14 kg for the role of Baek Ki Tae, the head of the KCIA’s Intelligence Division. I wanted the character to reflect the intimidating presence of the KCIA as one of the most powerful agencies.

— Hyun Bin

He also added that this was the heaviest he had been since the start of his acting career, revealing the immense effort he had made for the character.

I bulked up and worked out to build muscle. Out of all the characters I’ve played, this is the largest physique I’ve had.

— Hyun Bin

He also mentioned the dramatic contrast between his previous role in the film Harbin.

For ‘Harbin,’ the director said it would be better if I didn’t have any muscle, so I didn’t exercise at all and lost muscle. I’ve gained about 13-14 kg since then.

— Hyun Bin

He also expressed his anticipation for the series, citing the success of Crash Landing on You, in which he co-starred with his wife, Son Ye Jin.

I shouldn’t be too greedy. I hope this new series becomes as popular as ‘Crash Landing on You.’

— Hyun Bin

Meanwhile, the six-part series will release the first two episodes on December 24. Two more episodes will follow on December 31, one on January 7, and the final episode on January 14.