Heo Nam-jun Melts Hearts as the 'Perfect Older Brother' in 'A Hundred Memories'

Actor Heo Nam-jun is currently captivating audiences with his portrayal of the 'ideal older brother' in the JTBC weekend drama 'A Hundred Memories'.

Premiering on the 13th, 'A Hundred Memories' is a retro youth melodrama set in the 1980s, exploring the brilliant friendship between bus conductresses Yeong-rye (Kim Da-mi) and Jong-hee (Shin Ye-eun), and their fated first love, Jae-pil (Heo Nam-jun).

As Han Jae-pil, Heo Nam-jun has swiftly become an icon of 'first love from that era,' winning over viewers' hearts. His meticulous and sweet demeanor, exclusively shown to his younger sister, highlights his multifaceted charm.

Jae-pil, born into a wealthy family, harbors inner wounds from conflict with his authoritarian father. However, he displays a completely different side to his youngest sister, Han Se-ri (Oh Eun-seo). Instead of getting angry when she visits his room unexpectedly, he tenderly embraces her, makes paper dolls together, and even sings her lullabies. These scenes, maximizing the appeal of the 'sister-fool' Jae-pil, have sparked excitement among viewers.

Furthermore, Heo Nam-jun's 'sibling chemistry' shone in his previous work. In the drama 'Your Honor,' where he made his mark with his intense gaze and atmosphere as Kim Sang-hyuk, he left a powerful impression with his affection for his half-sister Kim Eun (Park Se-hyun). Particularly, the scene at the funeral, where his warm comfort contrasted with his cold gaze, and the moment he gently hugged his sister after court, were deeply imprinted in viewers' minds.

Through these multi-dimensional characters, oscillating between coldness and tenderness, from 'Your Honor' to 'A Hundred Memories,' Heo Nam-jun is realizing the ideal of an 'imperfectly perfect brother'—a figure rarely found in reality. With his strong presence, he is injecting a unique sense of excitement and immersion into the small screen, drawing keen attention to his continued activities in 'A Hundred Memories'.

Meanwhile, JTBC's 'A Hundred Memories,' starring Heo Nam-jun, airs every Saturday at 10:40 PM and Sunday at 10:30 PM.

Heo Nam-jun made his acting debut in the 2017 play 'Perhaps It's the Last Time.' He began gaining attention for his warm visuals and stable acting skills. Since his debut, he has consistently built his filmography through continuous acting projects.