[Official] Kim Woo-bin to become high school baseball team coach.. Confirmed appearance in tvN's 'Gift'

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Actor Kim Woo-bin will appear in a new baseball drama titled "Gift."

tvN's new drama "Gift" (script by Min Jeong, Ha-ju, Seong-eun; directed by Kim Gyu-tae and Ham Seung-hoon) tells the story of a former professional baseball pitching coach who gains special abilities after an unexpected accident and is appointed as the coach of a high school baseball team ranked last nationwide. This growth sports drama explores endless questions as it seeks answers between talent and effort, reaching out to viewers. The series is based on a popular webtoon of the same name by author Jeong I-ri-i-ri, serialized with great success on Kakao Webtoon.

Among these developments, actor Kim Woo-bin has confirmed his appearance in tvN's new drama "Gift." In the series, Kim Woo-bin will play the role of "Jung Min-yong," a former professional baseball pitching coach. Jung Min-yong is a character who gains the special ability to instantly recognize people's baseball talents. After leaving the professional stage, he is appointed as the coach of a high school baseball team ranked last nationwide and sets out on new challenges by transforming the team in his own unique way.

Kim Woo-bin is expected to vividly portray Jung Min-yong's growth and changes through his signature deep emotional acting and substantial presence. In particular, there is great anticipation for his convincing depiction of Jung Min-yong's transformation as he constantly reflects on the balance between talent and effort while growing alongside the players.

Meanwhile, "Gift" is scheduled to premiere in the second half of 2026.

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