10 Things We Love About Korean Heartthrob Hwang In-Youp

He loves the Philippines—how can we not love him back? In fact, he's even coming back to Manila this September!

Janelle Roa Cabrera-Paraiso

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0a06d3a5-0d62-4554-a8ff-9b34c3f2f385_176546156_2898319507092458_4714996613760057231_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Hwang In-yeop"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Hwang In-youp<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Photo from @hi_high_hiy  </em></span></span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><p>In case you missed it, Korean actor <strong>Hwang In-youp</strong> is scheduled to hold a fan meeting in Manila this September 24 at the New Frontier Theater. And this is a unique opportunity for his fans to get to know him better—up close and personal—while getting the chance to see (and hear) him showcase his talent in singing.</p><div><br/></div><p>Hwang In-youp rose to fame through his “bad boy” image for his character Han Seo-jun in the 2020 K-drama <em><strong>True Beauty</strong></em>. He’s been stealing hearts since, as he starred in two more series after: <em><strong>The Sound of Magic</strong></em> and <em><strong>Why Her</strong></em>.</p><div><br/></div><p>He may have started his career only in 2018 with the web series <em><strong>Why</strong></em>, but his popularity is proof of the remarkable quality of his work.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>In the gallery below, we listed down 10 things we love about Hwang In-youp. Scroll through the gallery below:</strong><br/></div><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/4656c026-aaa0-4024-82c4-3b96d79ef1a8_hiy gallery cover.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/84d09201-e0d7-4e81-9aae-bc600f102c15_130093553_696059901276024_1994507452612492158_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a9b590b8-56ae-4cc3-98f1-6304d929bc31_279490192_149809354226545_7278150614445736763_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/e3aaf325-8cd9-4628-a9f2-c984d1fce139_287572092_731829078063581_6296081115737512547_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/adadaae4-51a2-402d-baf5-873f22db8761_290360639_422737296429356_4076958043290439019_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/25351cf0-4e0b-4948-be72-b7748511f1f4_131988461_106872074651085_1388016033003446462_n.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5fd81663-40ae-46ee-980c-d95ab0df541a_117844761_293669145270052_8481591144341343683_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a99567b8-55bf-48c6-960d-f81a07914063_145819846_1929532973851361_2458529429936094392_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/92cfe4b1-d8a3-4182-b69c-4891707c232c_94697246_649477785907834_5252422525233929285_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5974b4ee-e2e6-4c00-af68-5865d06485ae_144726150_340620993739013_7207834629235128140_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/8dc9374f-3795-480e-adc0-354e43c011b5_288796659_547242250391995_5948231844472822942_n.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He is a versatile actor. - Hwang In Youp has indeed many facets as an actor. His ability to switch from a bad boy image to an ultimately sweet guy is perhaps one of the factors behind his immense popularity and stardom. His take on his character Han Seo-jun on “True Beauty” is testament to his raw talent, and the depth of his acting chops was also showcased in “Why Her.” He can snag the viewers’ hearts in a blink with a smile that always extends to his eyes. <cite>@hi_high_hiy</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He has a cool sense of style. - With all his wardrobe choices, it is crystal-clear that Hwang In Youp’s sense of style doesn’t disappoint. Prior to his acting career, he also mentioned that he is into fashion and wanted to be part of the industry. He even took Fashion Design in college way back, and dresses in stylish outfits religiously—be it in casual or formal attire. With his background in modeling, it’s no wonder, too, that brands, like French luxury fashion house Dior, have tapped him as their ambassador.<cite>@hi_high_hiy</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He is the reserved type, and that’s one of the charming things about him. - While his role on “True Beauty” showed otherwise, Hwang In-youp is actually an introvert by nature. In real life, he is quite shy and quiet, but also confident and self-aware all the same. Fans find charm in the way he behaves in interviews and interacts with the public. In one of his interviews, he revealed that one of the reasons he didn’t want to be in entertainment was because he prefers to keep things in private as much as he could.<cite>@keyeast_official</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He is a total gentleman. - Many of Hwang In-youp&#x27;s fellow celebrities would always put in a good word for the actor. In fact, his &#x27;True Beauty&#x27; co-star, Moon Ga-young, revealed in an interview that In Youp would usually cover her in his clothes whenever she would trip or fall. Ga Young often wore short skirts during tapings, and In Youp always came to the rescue in case of any wardrobe malfunctions in the set. Awww!<cite>@keyeast_official</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He is sporty (and he looks so good in a basketball jersey). - Another adorable fact about Hwang In-youp is his being sporty. He loves basketball, and even posted a snap of himself dribbling on his ’gram. <cite>tvN</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He goes over and beyond what is required of him for his roles. - He acquired a driving license to do justice to his character Han Seo-jun on “True Beauty.” He even practiced on big bikes for the show! Talk about dedication for his craft! Who else thinks that he is nothing short of perfect whenever he would ride the motorcycle and be the handsome rough rider that he already is? <cite>@hi_high_hiy</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He can effortlessly pull off a mullet haircut. - The mullet is making a comeback in today’s era and as one of Asia’s beauty centers, South Korea is no stranger to the fashion statement. Not everybody can sport one, though, but Hwang In-youp looks good in every angle with this hairstyle. His crowning glory also complements his small yet edgy face, making him look more swoon-worthy.<cite>@keyeast_official</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He is a big Pokémon fan! - He’s gotta catch ’em all, fellas! You may have not heard of it before, but this oppa is a huge admirer of the 90s Japanese anime franchise. He even named several characters in one of his interviews and posted a Pikachu stuffed toy on his Instagram. In his post, the doll was seated in a vehicle with the seat belt buckled up around it. What a glimpse of his playful side!<cite>@hi_high_hiy</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He has a good speaking and singing voice.  - More than his good looks, Hwang In-youp also has an impressive diction and a deep voice that can soothe one’s ears. Apart from his knack for acting, he can also lull us down to sleep with his singing. We heard him sing on “18 Again” and “True Beauty,” and his performances on both series are proof that he can sing well. (Hey, go attend his fan meeting in Manila, and see him perform live on stage!)<cite>@hi_high_hiy</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>He loves the Philippines. - Hwang In-youp lived in the Philippines for about four years, when he was studying and taking up Bachelor of Fine Arts in the Philippines, majoring in Fashion Design years back. He spent his academic life at the Philippine Nikkei Jin Kai International School in Davao and graduated in 2012. He has a special connection with the Philippines, that’s why Filipinos love him back. And thankfully, he’s coming back to Manila to create more fun memories with his dearest fans. <cite>@hi_high_hiy</cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><br/></div><p>For his 2022 HWANG IN YOUP 1st Fan Meeting in Manila, fans can expect a memorable night as the actor will sing songs, have exclusive up-close interaction with him and lucky winners will even have the chance to get hold of his autograph during the fan meeting.</p><div><br/></div><p>Proudly presented by KEYEAST, APPLEWOOD and OVATION PRODUCTIONS, tickets to the fan meeting are now on sale at all ticketnet outlets and <a href="https://www.ticketnet.com.ph/Events/detail/Hwang-In-Youp-In-Manila-FAN-MEET" target="_blank">ticketnet.com.ph</a>. </p><div><br/></div><div><strong>For more details on Hwang In-youp&#x27;s upcoming fan meeting in Manila, see the posters below:</strong></div><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/6aa96ade-db28-4909-8e9f-941d0322f8c3_299762915_1094434821476653_4343989311795309785_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Hwang In Youp 2022 1st Fan Meeting in Manila"/></span></span></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0936ecf5-931e-41f9-8f7f-50e5af59e99f_300187278_1442936752848645_7322633949036637306_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Hwang In Youp 2022 1st Fan Meeting in Manila"/></span></span></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/909683f6-ed3d-4732-b552-6c23d6ce1fb8_299594725_1475398436265397_5888855166478356851_n.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Hwang In Youp 2022 1st Fan Meeting in Manila"/></span></span></div>

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