"More handsome than Jo In-sung": 'So-ton' (drunk face) suspect missing... Hwang Jung-min, extreme visual shock [Star Issue]

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Actor Hwang Jung-min (56) is making headlines by shedding his 'So-ton' image and showcasing the beauty of a "flowering middle-aged man."

Recently, an interview video featuring Hwang Jung-min, Jo In-sung, and Jung Ho-yeon, the leads of the film "Hope" (directed by Na Hong-jin), was posted on Elle Korea's official YouTube channel.

In particular, Hwang Jung-min in the video revealed a surprisingly youthful appearance, drawing intense attention from netizens. Moreover, his trademark 'So-ton' and flushed complexion disappeared, replaced by clear skin that left viewers stunned. Additionally, thanks to successful weight loss, he displayed sharp facial features.

The secret behind his record-breaking beauty is attributed to quitting smoking and drinking. Hwang Jung-min previously stated in various variety shows such as the web series "Jjanhan-hyeong Shin Dong-yup," "Pinggego," and MBC's "Good Day" that at age 50, he decided to quit either alcohol or cigarettes as a gift to himself. He quit smoking first but ended up drinking more, which led to memory decline and frequent mistakes, prompting him to also stop drinking. After successfully quitting alcohol, he remarked, "I realized I could become fairer too. Even I was surprised."

Hwang Jung-min, who once had such a severe 'So-ton' that even he was shocked, shared an anecdote: "In the past, when drunk driving tests were conducted using paper cups, my face turned red and I was immediately caught. Although there was no smell of alcohol on the cup, my flushed face meant I was ordered out of the car without question."

Furthermore, Hwang Jung-min is known for a legendary 'So-ton' meme involving his trip with Cho Seung-woo and Ji Jin-hee, dubbed "Hwang Jo Ji" (a play on their surnames). This explains why netizens' reactions have been explosive. As the old 'So-ton' memes resurface, Hwang Jung-min's extreme visual transformation has garnered intense interest.

Netizens expressed their astonishment with comments such as: "Wow, Hwang Jung-min is so handsome now," "He suddenly looks about 10 years younger," "I was truly surprised. Even next to Jo In-sung, he looks more handsome," "Why is he this handsome?", "He quit drinking and lost weight, achieving record-breaking beauty. He's rejuvenated," "His self-care is truly amazing," "I thought he was a new rookie actor. I didn't expect Jo In-sung to be overshadowed," "Is it really possible just with dieting and quitting alcohol? What have you been doing?", "He looks refreshed, like he's in the midst of rejuvenation," "Hwang Jung-min has become a model," "The older he gets, the more handsome he becomes," and "His 'So-ton' is completely gone."

Meanwhile, "Hope" is scheduled to be released on the 15th.

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