Ji Hyun-woo Returns to Musical Stage After 11 Years, Reveals Passionate Routine on 'The Manager'

Actor Ji Hyun-woo is making a comeback to the musical stage after 11 years, and his passionate day will be revealed on 'The Manager'.

On the 372nd episode of MBC's variety show 'Point of Omniscient Interfere' airing today (8th) at 11:10 PM, Ji Hyun-woo's pre-performance routine will be showcased. He arrives at the venue five hours before the show to prepare for a perfect stage, demonstrating his dedication as a 'passion artisan' in the musical 'Red Book'.

After finishing his meal, Ji Hyun-woo parts ways with his manager and takes the subway alone to a zoo near the theater. While watching a doting monkey couple, he was asked by the panelists about his desire to marry. He responded with a cryptic remark, 'Seeing children these days just makes me happy. As for marriage plans...', which stirred the studio.

The episode will also offer a behind-the-scenes look at the highly anticipated musical 'Red Book', boasting a star-studded cast including Ok Joo-hyun, Ivy, and Min Kyung-ah. Ji Hyun-woo, who plays the role of Brown, a gentleman and lawyer, surprises everyone with his extraordinary diligence by arriving five hours before the performance begins.

Fellow actors Min Kyung-ah and Song Won-geun, who performed in the earlier show, expressed their admiration, saying, 'Your performance is still five hours away, why did you come so early?' and 'As expected from Ji Hyun-woo.' His manager of 22 years, Kim Byung-sung, testified to his unique thoroughness, stating, 'Hyun-woo always arrives at the venue first for every project, reads the script, and fully immerses himself in the character.'

Upon arriving at the dressing room, Ji Hyun-woo begins his 'pre-performance ritual.' He meticulously practices meditation, yoga, and tearful acting to heighten his concentration. His unique preparation methods, such as a distinctive breathing technique using water and a straw, and practicing musical numbers in a handstand pose, are expected to provide fresh laughter and touching moments for viewers.

Korean netizens reacted enthusiastically, with comments like 'Ji Hyun-woo is such a pro.. His passion hasn't faded even after 11 years!' and 'I really want to go see the musical Red Book.. Looking forward to Ji Hyun-woo's acting!' Others chimed in about his personal life, saying, 'Children make him happy first before marriage plans.. Such a cute answer lol', showing anticipation for his return and the broadcast content.