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Actor Byun Woo-seok is making waves as the "ending hotspot" of the MBC Friday-Saturday drama "21st Century Grand Duchess" (script by Yoo Ji-won, directed by Park Jun-hwa, Bae Hee-young, planned by Kang Dae-seon, produced by MBC and Kakao Entertainment), drawing the attention of viewers to the screen every episode. TT
◆ "Prepare to become the Princess" Ending Announcement
The official beginning of the relationship between Prince Lee An and Seong Hee-ju (played by IU). Previously, Seong Hee-ju had proposed marriage to Prince Lee An to elevate her social status. Prince Lee An, who initially rejected the proposal, eventually summoned Seong Hee-ju, who had been dragged into a scandal because of him. After much deliberation, promising to grant her wishes, Prince Lee An declared, "Prepare to become the Princess." Through a contract marriage, he became entangled with Seong Hee-ju, shifting their relationship to a new phase and raising expectations for Prince Lee An's future actions. Furthermore, the shocking ending announcement, expressed through Byun Woo-seok's resolute and dignified tone, achieved double-digit viewership in just two episodes, instantly capturing the attention of viewers and driving the topic into the spotlight.
◆ "Trauma → Protection" Savior Ending
A major accident was imminent when the brakes of the car carrying Seong Hee-ju and her young nephew, the Prince, failed. Prince Lee An quickly stopped the speeding car by blocking Seong Hee-ju's vehicle and then positioned his car horizontally, appearing like a savior. Recalling the memory of losing his mother in an accident during his childhood and the fear of losing Seong Hee-ju, Prince Lee An gazed at Seong Hee-ju with eyes showing no hesitation despite the sudden accident, ultimately sacrificing himself to prevent a greater tragedy. Just before the accident, Byun Woo-seok's gaze, filled with complex trauma and Prince Lee An's determination, allowed viewers to understand the lonely life of Prince Lee An and evoked a tender desire to embrace him. This left a strong impression on viewers, completing the "savior ending."
◆ "Do whatever you want" Romance Tension Igniting Straightforward Ending
And in the recent broadcast, Byun Woo-seok once again added heat to the romance with Seong Hee-ju, ending the episode with a kiss that made viewers' hearts race. Previously, during a three-way meeting between Seong Hee-ju and Yoon I-rang (played by Gong Seung-yeon), who dug into his trauma, Prince Lee An took Seong Hee-ju on a yacht to the sea to indulge in a moment of rebellion. Today, in response to Seong Hee-ju's words to "do whatever you want," Prince Lee An kissed Seong Hee-ju, saying, "Do whatever you want," instantly raising the excitement level of viewers to the peak and turning the screen pink. Byun Woo-seok, with his signature eye acting, instantly led the romance tension, sparking a hot response from viewers while hinting at a full-blown mutual romance, further building anticipation for the plot's development.
As such, Byun Woo-seok, as the protagonist of "21st Century Grand Duchess," is leading the romance between Prince Lee An and Seong Hee-ju with depth. In addition to the elegance and dignity of the character, he is implementing the changing relationship with Seong Hee-ju and the complex narrative in a three-dimensional manner, driving the immersion of the work. Especially, Byun Woo-seok, who leaves a strong aftertaste with each episode's ending, induces viewers to rewatch the endings, sustaining their aftertaste and excitement. Viewers are deeply captivated by Byun Woo-seok, who has completed the charm of Prince Lee An, who, as the character description states, "must be loved by all citizens."
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