3 reasons why Viu Original ‘Family By Choice’ hits close to home

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We never forget our childhood friends. Years may go by, we sometimes feel sentimental about the friends we used to play and hang out with. We may have lost contact with them, but there’s still space in our hearts for those fun memories, especially if you’ve created a bond that feels close to home.

A new K-drama that perfectly encapsulates the feeling of reminiscing and reconnecting with childhood friends is the Viu Original Family By Choice, starring Hwang In-Youp, Jung Chae-Yeon, and Bae Hyeon-Seong. The show revolves around three friends who bond over their shared family experiences as kids but are separated due to different circumstances. Years later, the trio reunites and reignites their friendship as adults.

If you’re looking for a heartwarming K-drama to binge-watch, here are three reasons why you should tune in to Viu Original Family By Choice.

A stellar cast

Many K-drama fans know Hwang In-Youp as Han Seo-Jun in the hit romcom True Beauty and as Gong Chan in Viu Original Why Her?. He also held a successful fanmeet tour in Southeast Asia back in 2022. This time, he plays Kim San-Ha in The Viu Original Family By Choice, who is the son of a single dad and befriends Yoon Ju-Won (played Jung Chae-Yeon) and Kang Hae-Jun (Bae Hyeon-Song).

Jung Chae-Yeon is best known for her leading role in To Jenny, which earned her a Best New Actress recognition at the 31st Grimae Awards. She also received a nomination from the KBS Drama Awards for her portrayal in The King’s Affection. Bae Hyeon-Seong is a rising star who became popular for his roles in the drama series Love Playlist and Hospital Playlist.

All three actors bring charisma and versatility to Viu Original Family By Choice that will make viewers fall in love with their characters.

The beautiful sights of Haedong

The series is set in the port city of Haedong, known for its historical landmarks like the Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and breathtaking scenery. Viewers will be able to marvel at the picturesque sights of Haedong while following the trio’s story in every episode.

Relatable themes of love, family, and friendship

Family and friendship often evoke strong emotions, and Viu Original Family By Choice is a relatable show that tackles the characters’ friendship and how they create an unconventional family born out of their individual circumstances. Their story is sure to tug at many people’s heartstrings as it portrays different types of love and the concept of having a chosen family. You should also ready your tissues because some scenes do get emotional.

#TeamGoodBoy: Globe welcomes Kim Seon Ho to the family via e-fan meet

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It was a truly kilig Sunday for PH Seonhohadas as they were taken on a reinvented (virtual) date to officially welcome #TeamGoodBoy Kim Seon Ho to the Globe family, on the Kmmunity PH Facebook group last March 21!

 

The e-fan meet was filled with references from the K-Drama Start-Up, Filipino games that Seon Ho eagerly played (like the traditional sipa), and fun treats given away to fans. Seon Ho gamely worked on several Filipino phrases like “sana mapanaginipan mo ako” (hope you dream of me) or “ang ganda ganda mo” (you are so beautiful), and made serious effort to guess Filipino translations of English phrases such as his on-screen moniker “Dimple Prince” which in Filipino is “Prinsipe ng Biloy” -- which he did quite well much to the delight of his fans.

Seonhohadas were also able to ask him questions -- from his favorite vacation spot, his favorite song, to his favorite daily routine. He mentioned that he wanted to go back to Cebu, where he had fond memories from his last visit and that these days, he starts his day having breakfast with his family. If his kindness to indulge fans on their requests (like a five-second staring game, oh my!) weren't enough, luckier were those who were able to join him onscreen for some games and those who were able to join for a virtual group photo.

“I truly am here because you guys are there. And I am feeling all the support and gratitude. I want to be able to give back all the love that I’ve received from the fans,”Seon Ho shared during the event.

The actor’s debut to stardom began when he played the character of Han Ji Pyeong ‘Good Boy’ in Start-Up -- becoming one of the most loved in the series with his charming smile and light demeanor.

 

Prior to Start-Up, Kim Seon Ho has also starred in Welcome to Waikiki 2, Two Cops, 100 Days My Prince and Strongest Deliveryman, which won him the best new actor award at the 36th MBC Drama Awards.

 

On being part of Globe’s family, he said,

"I am very pleased to be the newest part of Globe's family and I am looking forward to all our projects. While we are having this virtual fan meet now, when this is all over, I hope I can visit you guys."

Since the early days of the country’s Korean wave, Globe has been supporting K-fans and communities through exciting events and communities such as Kmmunity PH on Facebook.  Through creating a community wherein fans can share their love for their favorite K-Pop and K-Drama stars and interact with their kin, Globe further empowers its customers to reinvent and pursue their passion for K-Culture while being updated with the latest news and exclusive events.

 

“We are pleased to welcome Kim Seon Ho to the Globe family, with the same spirit of reinvention we have established with BLACKPINK. We continue to bring world-class connectivity and exciting digital experiences to our customers as a way to enable them to transform into the best version of themselves while enjoying the things they love from home,” said KD Dizon, Globe’s Head of Consumer Mobile Business.

 

The event was co-presented by Fudgee Barr, Nescafe Cafe Creations & Nescafe Creamy latte, with special thanks to Robinsons Malls, Klean Kanteen, and Seoul White Korea.

 

Stay tuned for more exclusive K-events and exciting promos from Globe by following its Facebook page and joining the Kmmunity PH Facebook group.

 

To know more about Globe, visit www.globe.com.ph.